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    • $215,000

    578 Kawishiwi Tr, Ely, MN 55731

    1beds
    720sqft
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    $1,470/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 2003
    10.19 Acres Lot
    $202,900 Zestimate®
    $299/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Large full-length deckComposting toiletAdjoins public landsFire pit areaScreened gazeboSpiral staircaseEnclosed bathroom
    Northwoods off-grid cabin that adjoins public lands! This beautiful Voyageur Log Cabin is located on 10 acres with seasonal road access just south of Ely, MN. Property offers direct access to many trails in the area for the ultimate recreational retreat including snowmobiling, ATV, and skiing opportunities! Enjoy the cabin year-round with easy snowmobile access – parking and trail are located nearby! Cabin offers a great floorplan with an open kitchen, dining, and living room with an enclosed bathroom with a composting toilet on the main floor. A spiral staircase leads you to the half loft sleeping area. The cabin is powered by a solar panel and generator with propane heat. The cabin is set up for very limited water use by using stored water inside that gravity flows to the kitchen sink, bathroom sink, and shower, which all flow to two 5-gallon buckets for dispersal. There is a large full-length deck on the front of the cabin, and a large deck outside with a 13'x11' screened gazebo for enjoying the outdoors, along with a fire pit area, a woodshed, and an additional storage shed. Make memories and get away from it all at your own cabin!
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Anna Yahnke 218-235-3547,

    Bear Island Realty LLC,

    Kate Davies 218-343-9173,

    Bear Island Realty LLC

    Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6121252MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
      Bathroom
      • Description: Composting toilet, vanity, shower stall
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 51 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 6 x 8.5
      Dining room
      • Description: Open-concept, cathedral ceiling
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 132 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 x 12
      Kitchen
      • Description: Great cabinets, center island, propane stove/oven, trash compactor.
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 187 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 x 17
      Living room
      • Description: Gas fireplace
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 138 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11.5 x 12
      Loft
      • Description: Actual loft is 12X24,' but with slanted ceiling, usable area is 12'x12'. Used as the sleeping area.
      • Level: Second
      • Area: 144 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 x 12
      Heating
      • Propane
      Appliances
      • Included: Range, Refrigerator
      Features
      • Has basement: No
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Gas
      Interior area
      • Total interior livable area: 720 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 720
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Gravel, None
      Lot
      • Size: 10.19 Acres
      • Dimensions: 658' x 676'
      • Features: Tree Coverage - Heavy
      Details
      • Foundation area: 576
      • Parcel number: 28621109555

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Log
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Log, Log Home
      Condition
      • Previously Owned
      • Year built: 2003

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: None
      • Sewer: Compost, Outhouse
      • Water: None

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ely

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $299/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $181,600
      • Annual tax amount: $1,201
      • Date on market: 8/11/2025
      • Cumulative days on market: 362 days

        Estimated market value

        $202,900

        $193,000 - $213,000

        $1,321/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/11/2025Listed for sale$215,000+34.4%$299/sqft
        Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6121252 Report a problem
        9/1/2023Sold$160,000-5.3%$222/sqft
        Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6109269 Report a problem
        7/15/2023Pending sale$169,000$235/sqft
        Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6109269 Report a problem
        7/10/2023Listed for sale$169,000+41%$235/sqft
        Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6109269 Report a problem
        7/10/2020Sold$119,900$167/sqft
        Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6089117 Report a problem
        6/9/2020Pending sale$119,900$167/sqft
        Source: Bear Island Land Co., Inc #6089117 Report a problem
        4/3/2020Listed for sale$119,900$167/sqft
        Source: Bear Island Land Co., Inc #6089117 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,201 -3.2%$181,600 +1.1%
        2024$1,241 +6.9%$179,600 -4.2%
        2023$1,161 +19.9%$187,400 +78.8%
        2022$969 +3.2%$104,800
        2021$939 -0.9%$104,800
        2020$948 -12.9%$104,800 -5.8%
        2018$1,088 +1.2%$111,200 -0.5%
        2017$1,075 -0.9%$111,800 -0.8%
        2016$1,085 -0.4%$112,700 -1.2%
        2015$1,089 $114,100
        2014$1,089 +6.2%--
        2013$1,025 -2.3%--
        2012$1,050 --
        2011-- --
        2010$1,145 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 55731

        Getting around

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        16 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

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