Why pay rent when you can own! This home qualifies for Minnesota Housing Finance Agency down payment assistance to qualified buyers. Open House Tuesday March 31 from 4:30-5:30 2 Bedroom, (lower level non conforming egress) 1 full bath and 2 car This beautifully refreshed home offers an ideal blend of comfort, privacy, and access to Duluth’s premier outdoor lifestyle. Thoughtfully updated, the home features fresh paint, new plush bedroom carpeting, and tasteful kitchen improvements including a new refrigerator, sink & faucet. Stainless Steel gas stove and microwave. Roof was new is 2020 and furnace 2017. A charming drop-down dining table enhances the efficient kitchen layout while maintaining warmth and character. The home lives larger than expected with sun-filled porch spaces and inviting decks that seamlessly extend living and entertaining outdoors — perfect for morning coffee, evening relaxation, or hosting guests. The lower-level den or office provides flexible living potential, easily adaptable into a second bedroom with future egress installation. Space for a gaming room, home workout or recreation area. A spacious 22 x 22 two-stall garage adds year-round convenience and storage, built in 1975 and is great for our winters. Nestled on a quiet non-through street below iconic Skyline Parkway, this location offers exceptional privacy with immediate access to recreation. Trails begin at the end of the road, with nearby connections to the Superior Hiking Trail, Haines Road Trailhead, and Lollygagger Path. A neighborhood park is just a short walk away. Enjoy the rare combination access to recreational areas close by and city convenience, located only 15 minutes from UMD, the Miller Hill shopping and airport district, Spirit Mountain skiing and biking, Co-op Foods, and Super One. Remarkably affordable ownership: • Property taxes approx. $1,878/year • Average utilities: MN Power $50/mo | Water $49/mo | Sewer $49/mo | Natural Gas $34/mo • Window air conditioning An exceptional opportunity to enjoy refined simplicity, natural beauty, and effortless living. Call today to set up your showing
Sold for $228,000
$228,000
838 Charles Ave, Duluth, MN 55807
2beds
1,137sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$230,200 Zestimate®
$201/sqft
$1,642 Estimated rent
Home value
$230,200
Estimated sales range
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Sun-filled porch spacesNew plush bedroom carpetingLower-level den or officeNew refrigeratorTasteful kitchen improvementsWindow air conditioningCharming drop-down dining table
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Listed by:
Tracey Tellor 218-390-3851,
Tellor Realty LLC
Bought with:
Tommy Archer, MN 40509394
Coldwell Banker Realty - Duluth
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6124033
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Description: NEW carpet North facing newer window Ceiling fan
- Level: Main
- Area: 162.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 16.9
Bedroom
- Description: Ceramic Tile Floor, wood walls, Window needs egress for 2nd Bedroom
- Level: Lower
- Area: 143.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 12.9
Kitchen
- Description: Luxury Vinyl plank floor, laminate counter top, Gas Stainless range and microwave NEW fridge, New sink and Faucet
- Level: Main
- Area: 123.17 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.9 x 11.3
Laundry
- Description: Basement mostly finished, ceiling is not complete, laundry room and storage
- Level: Lower
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Description: Hardwood Floors 2 newer large Windows
- Level: Main
- Area: 194.03 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.11 x 14.8
Heating
- Natural Gas
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Family/Rec Room,Utility Room,Washer Hook-Ups,Dryer Hook-Ups
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,137 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,017
- Finished area below ground: 120
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Electrical Service
- Garage spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Dimensions: 35 x 132
Details
- Foundation area: 572
- Parcel number: 010084001010
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl, Frame/Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Minnesota Power
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Compost
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Duluth
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,MHFA/WHEDA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/5/2026 | Sold | $228,000+1.3%$201/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6124033 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2026 | Pending sale | $225,000$198/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6124033 Report a problem | ||
| 3/29/2026 | Price change | $225,000-2.2%$198/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6124033 Report a problem | ||
| 3/14/2026 | Listed for sale | $230,000+35.3%$202/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6124033 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2023 | Sold | $170,000+79.9%$150/sqft |
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6110279 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2017 | Sold | $94,500-3.1%$83/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2017 | Pending sale | $97,500$86/sqft |
Source: Market Point Real Estate #6030739 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2017 | Price change | $97,500-2.4%$86/sqft |
Source: Market Point Real Estate #6030739 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2017 | Listed for sale | $99,900-10.4%$88/sqft |
Source: Market Point Real Estate #6030739 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2012 | Listing removed | $111,500$98/sqft |
Source: Real Estate Services #160706 Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2011 | Listed for sale | $111,500-2.6%$98/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX 1 #160466 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2011 | Listing removed | $114,500$101/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX 1 #150950 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2010 | Listed for sale | $114,500+6%$101/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX 1 #150950 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2008 | Sold | $108,000+0.9%$95/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2005 | Sold | $107,000+32.9%$94/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2004 | Sold | $80,500$71/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,798 -9.6% | $163,800 +11.1% |
| 2023 | $1,990 +12.8% | $147,400 +12% |
| 2022 | $1,764 +7% | $131,600 +24.3% |
| 2021 | $1,648 | $105,900 +8% |
| 2020 | $1,648 | $98,100 |
| 2019 | $1,648 +71.3% | $98,100 +60.8% |
| 2018 | $962 -36% | $61,000 |
| 2017 | $1,502 +56.1% | $61,000 -41.2% |
| 2016 | $962 +0.2% | $103,700 +70% |
| 2015 | $960 +2.3% | $61,000 |
| 2014 | $938 +0.7% | $61,000 |
| 2013 | $931 +57.7% | $61,000 +59.7% |
| 2012 | $591 +3.9% | $38,200 -42.6% |
| 2011 | $569 +1.1% | $66,600 -5% |
| 2010 | $563 | $70,100 |
| 2009 | $563 -36% | $70,100 -2.9% |
| 2008 | $879 +9.2% | $72,200 +3% |
| 2007 | $805 +54.8% | $70,100 |
| 2006 | $520 +4.2% | $70,100 +30.3% |
| 2004 | $499 +9.6% | $53,800 +12.1% |
| 2003 | $455 +2.3% | $48,000 +10.1% |
| 2002 | $445 -8.4% | $43,600 +8.5% |
| 2001 | $486 +5.3% | $40,200 +5.5% |
| 2000 | $462 | $38,100 |
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Neighborhood: Cody
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- 2/10Laura Macarthur Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 4/10Lincoln Park Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Denfeld Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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