Welcome to your dream lakefront retreat on beautiful Dowling Lake—where crystal-clear waters, breathtaking sunsets, and nearly 200 feet of pristine sandy shoreline create the ultimate Northwoods escape. Whether you're searching for the perfect weekend getaway, a seasonal retreat, or a peaceful year-round residence, this exceptional property offers the best of Wisconsin lake living. Set on over an acre spanning both sides of Dowling Lake Road, this meticulously maintained, low-maintenance 2-bedroom, 2-bath cabin is designed for effortless enjoyment. Just 30 feet from your door, a level walk leads to one of the area's finest lake lots with sandy beaches, a gradual, crystal-clear entry—ideal for swimming, relaxing, and creating unforgettable memories with family and friends. Enjoy panoramic west-facing views and spectacular sunsets from your own private shoreline. The open, level lot provides plenty of room for outdoor entertaining, lawn games, campfires, and future possibilities, while the included 52-foot Floe aluminum dock makes it easy to spend your days boating, fishing, or simply soaking in the peaceful surroundings. Anglers will appreciate outstanding fishing right from the property, with musky, walleye, northern pike, largemouth bass, crappie, and panfish all found in beautiful Dowling Lake. Conveniently located just 20 minutes from Superior and approximately 2½ hours from the Twin Cities, you'll enjoy easy access while feeling worlds away from the hustle and bustle. Property Features: 2 spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms- over one acre with nearly 200 feet of private lake frontage- Crystal-clear sandy beach with gradual, family-friendly entry-spectacular west-facing sunset views- open, level lot with exceptional usability- 52-foot Floe aluminum dock included- Excellent boating, swimming, kayaking, fishing, and year-round recreation- Kitchen appliances included (refrigerator and stove)- New 8' × 10' Tuff Shed plus an additional 8' × 8' storage shed- 95' parking pad across the road with 50-amp electrical service—perfect for an RV, campers, guests, or additional recreational storage. Properties with this combination of level lake access, expansive sandy frontage, crystal-clear water, and unbeatable sunset views are increasingly rare.
For sale
Price cut: $20K (8/21)
$250,000
7981 S Dowling Lake Rd, Superior, WI 54880
2beds
1,216sqft
Mobile Home
Built in 1995
1.2 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$206/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Panoramic west-facing viewsBreathtaking sunsetsCrystal-clear waters
- 144 days
- 2,578
- 105
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Tom Nooyen 218-590-1056,
Adolphson Real Estate - Cloquet
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6124947
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 11
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 8
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 8
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13 x 14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 18
Heating
- Wood, Propane
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat In Kitchen
- Has basement: Yes
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,216 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,216
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, None
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Inland Lake
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake
- Waterfront features: Inland Lake, Waterfront Access(Deeded Access), Shoreline Characteristics(Sand, Shore-Accessible, Elevation-Low, Shore-Beach)
- Body of water: Dowling
- Frontage length: 195
Lot
- Size: 1.2 Acres
- Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot, Level
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1216
- Parcel number: OA0220025800
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Mobile Home
Materials
- Vinyl, Manufactured (Post-6/'76)
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 1995
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: SWL&P
- Sewer: Holding Tank
- Water: Sand Point
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Superior
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $206/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $134,400
- Annual tax amount: $1,671
- Date on market: 5/4/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 74 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
- Road surface type: Paved
- Body type: Single Wide
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $250,000$206/sqft |
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| 8/22/2026 | Pending sale | $250,000$206/sqft |
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| 8/21/2026 | Price change | $250,000-7.4%$206/sqft |
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| 8/13/2026 | Pending sale | $270,000$222/sqft |
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| 7/16/2026 | Contingent | $270,000$222/sqft |
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| 6/30/2026 | Price change | $270,000-3.5%$222/sqft |
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| 6/9/2026 | Price change | $279,900-6.4%$230/sqft |
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| 5/11/2026 | Price change | $299,000-6.6%$246/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $320,000+166.7%$263/sqft |
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| 6/28/2017 | Sold | $120,000$99/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,671 +1.6% | $130,100 +63.4% |
| 2024 | $1,644 +28.4% | $79,600 |
| 2023 | $1,281 +7.4% | $79,600 |
| 2022 | $1,193 -12% | $79,600 |
| 2021 | $1,356 -13.7% | $79,600 |
| 2020 | $1,572 +20.5% | $79,600 |
| 2019 | $1,304 +2.1% | $79,600 |
| 2018 | $1,278 -3.8% | $79,600 |
| 2017 | $1,328 +1222.8% | $79,600 |
| 2016 | $100 +0.4% | $79,600 +151.1% |
| 2015 | $100 -92.3% | $31,700 -60.2% |
| 2014 | $1,299 -20.9% | $79,600 |
| 2013 | $1,642 -6.6% | $79,600 -10.7% |
| 2012 | $1,759 -3.6% | $89,100 |
| 2011 | $1,824 +9.6% | $89,100 |
| 2010 | $1,664 +6.2% | $89,100 |
| 2009 | $1,567 | $89,100 |
| 2008 | -- | $89,100 |
| 2007 | $1,572 +5.4% | $89,100 |
| 2006 | $1,491 +2.5% | $89,100 |
| 2005 | $1,455 -25.9% | $89,100 +25% |
| 2004 | $1,963 -0.9% | $71,300 |
| 2003 | $1,981 +10.9% | $71,300 |
| 2002 | $1,787 -1.7% | $71,300 |
| 2001 | $1,818 +53.5% | $71,300 +49.3% |
| 2000 | $1,185 | $47,750 |
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