Incredible investment opportunity by unlocking this historic 2.75 story homeâ??s potential! Much of original character is retained - 26 ft covered front porch, 9 ft ceilings, large windows, original interior doors & woodwork, hardwood floors & some vintage fixtures. Third level attic offers even more potential living space with 7â?? ceilings in 3 large rooms! Recent updates include roof, siding, main level windows, electrical service, plumbing, etc. 4 city lots, off-street parking, fully fenced yard, ideally located in heart of Ely. Originally built as Sec 30 hospital, moved to this site by horses, converted to a triplex & later, main level housed a childâ??s day care.
This property has received meticulous upkeep over the years. Home was used as a family home and then later as a duplex with a nice front entrance into a 4 season porch which can lead you upstairs to a comfortable living room, eat in kitchen, 2 bedroom-one with outdoor deck, full bath and plenty of storage. The main floor accents hardwood in living room, dining with built-ins, kitchen, 2 bedrooms with great closet space, full bath and side entrance. Patio area and beautiful perennials in the back yard along with a large storage shed and the yard is partially fenced. The 2 car garage has a nice work bench. Concrete driveway.
Situated in the heart of Ely, MN — often hailed as one of the "Coolest Small Towns" and a gateway to the BWCA (Boundary Waters Canoe Area) you have an incredible investment opportunity! Perfect for short-term or long-term rentals the existing duplex with updated units is already generating steady income. Each unit has 2 BR/1BA and offers beautifully updated interiors, an attached garage, and laundry facilities. The roof was installed in 2019. Each unit is 748 sq. ft. The main house offers versatile opportunities — from creating a unique living space to setting up multiple rental units, Bed & Breakfast, or live in it yourself! It is gutted and ready for your imagination. Its former use was a 4-unit rental. Ely, MN is not just a small town; it’s a destination. With its historic charm, strong community, and influx of visitors year-round, investing in Ely means tapping into a market with consistent rental demand.
The median home value in Ely, MN is $255,000. This is higher than the county median home value of $153,000. The national median home value is $219,700. The average price of homes sold in Ely, MN is $255,000. Approximately 55.49% of Ely homes are owned, compared to 27.87% rented, while 16.64% are vacant. Ely real estate listings include condos, townhomes, and single family homes for sale. Commercial properties are also available. If you see a property you’re interested in, contact a Ely real estate agent to arrange a tour today!
Ely, Minnesota has a population of 3,425. Ely is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 19.43% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 26.75%.
The median household income in Ely, Minnesota is $36,179. The median household income for the surrounding county is $50,936 compared to the national median of $57,652. The median age of people living in Ely is 46.8 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.7 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of -5 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 28.9 inches per year, with 64.6 inches of snow per year.