This northwoods two bedroom, one bath, cabin with drilled well and compliant septic can be enjoyed year round! Open floor plan with natural woodwork throughout, woodstove in the living room, main floor bedroom and bathroom with an open sleeping loft above. This cabin sits on 5.75 acres, overlooking a scenic pond and includes a parcel on Fall Lake, affording direct access to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. A wonderful, private, up north retreat to enjoy all the northwoods of Minnesota has to offer!!
Oversized parcel in Elyâ??s newest development! Property has city services available â?? including water, sewer, and electric! This nicely treed parcel is near the end of a cul-de-sac giving it the upmost privacy and convenience to town. Direct access to the Trezona walking trail â?? offering 4 miles of scenic trail around Miners Lake â?? perfect for walking/biking in the summer and skiing in the winter. Make this your new home or cabin site today.
Well known restaurant and fishing resort on Shagawa Lake in Ely, Mn! Located on aprox 1.7 acres with 258 feet of level sandy shoreline on this fantastic fishing lake! This well established year around business features a popular restaurant with bar service, and 4 log cabins that are rented throughout the 4 seasons! The entire property has a true north woods atmosphere with big pine trees and great lake views. The full service restaurant has 2 gorgeous dining rooms (1 with a stone fireplace) for indoor seating, lots of awesome outdoor seating with stunning views of Shagawa, and a commercial kitchen. Upstairs is office space &/or living quarters. Also, RV sites with electric service, tent camping sites, 4 large docks, and a bait shop. City water and sewer. Comes fully equipped and ready to go. What a setting and opportunity! All information regarding the property must go through the real estate office-please do not contact the business directly as they are busy running their business!
This is an awesome 4 season cabin for you to use and rent with a beautiful view of Garden Lake from the lakeside deck and living area. In 2021 cabin was stained and new seamless gutter installed. Cabin comes completely furnished! There is professional maintenance and property management to take care of the unit for you and renters. Taxes are very low due to the shared shoreline. A dock space is provided as well as access to all resort amenities. The White Iron Chain of lakes is well known for excellent fishing, recreation and access to the BWCAW. You must see this unit and the gorgeous setting.
This is an awesome 4 season cabin for you to use and rent with a beautiful view of Garden Lake from the lakeside deck, living area as well as the upstairs lakeside bedroom. In 2021 cabin was stained, new roof and new seamless gutter installed. Prior to closing deck will be freshly stained and new hot water tank. There is professional maintenance and property management to take care of the unit for you and renters. Taxes are very low due to the shared shoreline. A dock space is provided as well as access to all resort amenities. The White Iron Chain of lakes is well known for excellent fishing, recreation and access to the BWCAW. You must see this unit and the gorgeous setting.
For those with imagination and not afraid of elbow grease and hard work, here's an opportunity for you! 4 Bedroom two story home, on a corner double lot! Priced below it's tax value, you are walking distance to downtown and the park, enjoy all that Ely has to offer! Great potential in this home. Hardwood floors, double entry to basement from inside the house. Eat in kitchen, sunny dining room, living room that opens to the dining room. Large rear and front entry ways with ample coat shoe and boot storage. Super sized 26x28 2 car garage with an attached 9x10 3 season screened in porch and little 6x10 enclosed (with heat) office or craft area.
Nestled approximately 12 miles south of Ely, this 3BR/3BA Birch Lake home sits on a 3-acre point, offering unparalleled views of Birch Lake from three sides. With 675 feet of accessible, user-friendly shoreline, with sandy beach. Huge living/dining room with a cozy wood-burning brick fireplace, lakeside room with vaulted ceilings and panoramic lake views, en-suite primary bedroom, main floor laundry, knotty pine cabin feel throughout for full Up North Cabin feels. Lower level has a roomy rec room and two other rooms used as bedrooms (non-egress) but great for a library, den, exercise room, etc. Outdoor bliss with large front deck, firepit, dock in a quite bay (great fishing shhh) and end of the road privacy. You'll love the sites, sounds, and fresh forest smells of this hidden retreat. Don't miss out!
This 3 bedroom, 1 bath home is ready for you to renovate to your liking. There is a kitchen, dining room, large living room, bedroom and ¾ bath on the main floor and 2 bedrooms on the second floor. Enclosed front porch. Basement accessed from inside the home and also has an outside entrance. Large lot with mature pines and a garden area. Storage shed. Great location backed up to the woods on the north side. Priced to consider the needed repairs. Vacant and easy to view on short notice.
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.
Spacious and sunny 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath home situated on a beautifully wooded corner lot on a quiet in-town street. The lot is comprised of 4 south and west facing city lots, there is plenty of room for all of your outdoor fun. The main level is an open concept with generously sized living room, a free standing pellet stove, new carpeting, and tiled entry floor. The updated kitchen is functional and tastefully finished with darker wood cabinets, and stainless appliances. With patio doors leading to a large private deck surrounded by trees and established gardens, the dining area is a perfect extension of the kitchen. Also located on the main level is the laundry room with walls of windows that could be transformed into a 4 season sunroom. Finishing off the main level is a conveniently located half bath. Access the upstairs via dual staircases with classic banisters and new carpeting located on the west and east sides of the living room. The primary ensuite bedroom has a 8 x 8 walk in closet, and 3/4 bath while the additional three bedrooms share a full bath. All of the bedrooms feature new carpeting and there is new paint throughout. The entire house has large windows that capture the natural light and gorgeous features of the uniquely large yard. Open unfinished basement with taller ceilings and a dry electric sauna. Outside features include a charming 8 x 29 front porch, mature trees, perennials, and a 4-stall detached garage with 2 sets of double automatic doors and additional single manual door on the back side.
Escape to your very own log home, nestled on the picturesque narrows of Garden Lake in Ely, MN. This charming property offers easy access to the stunning Chain of Lakes, including White Iron and Farm Lake. Imagine hopping into your boat from your brand-new dock to catch your limit of walleyeâ??this is lakeside living at its finest. Trappers' cabin at the water's edge, perfect for an artist's studio, reading nook, or She Shed all on a deep lot with 157 feet of shoreline. Experience the timeless charm of Log Cabin living while surrounding yourself with the beauty of Minnesota's Lakes and forests. create lifelong memories with loved ones or simply need a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, this lakeside retreat offers it all.
This is an awesome 4 season cabin for you to use and rent with a beautiful view of Garden Lake from the lakeside deck and living area. In 2021 cabin was stained, new roof and new seamless gutter installed. Cabin comes completely furnished! There is professional maintenance and property management to take care of the unit for you and renters. Taxes are very low due to the shared shoreline. A dock space is provided as well as access to all resort amenities. The White Iron Chain of lakes is well known for excellent fishing, recreation and access to the BWCAW. You must see this unit and the gorgeous setting.
Lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath, cedar sided, year around country home on 3.45 acres just a few miles NW of Ely on a private road off Grant McMahan Blvd. Gorgeous parcel with many huge pine trees, and a very scenic yard around the house. This well cared for one owner home is a split-level home that features a large living room, nice dining area, and the kitchen on the main floor all with nice views of the acreage. Lots of counter space, dishwasher, and high-end cabinets in the kitchen! Main level also has 2 large bedrooms and a full bath. Vaulted ceilings throughout the main level! The lower level has a large family room with lots of windows and a walkout door to the yard, a 3rd large bedroom, a 3/4 bath, and a large utility/laundry room, plus a storage room. There is a spacious 26x40 two stall detached garage, plus a large storage building that has another stall, and a wood shed. Propane hot water heat, and a backup wood system with its own chimney. Large deck overlooking the yard. This very pleasant and comfortable home is just 6 minutes from Ely on good roads, has great privacy, and is on a very scenic parcel of land!
PRICE REDUCED !! Move right in! 2 bed 2 bath charmer. All the work has been done for you! Vinyl plank flooring in living room, quiet wall a/c unit. Spacious main floor bathroom/laundry room. Eat in kitchen with updated stainless steel appliances, with ceramic tile countertops and floors. In floor heating for those cold winter nights. New propane furnace and electric water heater. Entire upstairs freshly painted. The upstairs bath has been updated with new vanity and wall tiles. Master bedroom has upgraded ceiling fan. Both bedrooms very spacious. Finished basement has Sauna with electric stove to enjoy. Utility room with new propane furnace and plenty of room for storage. Head out on to your 11x14 deck and enjoy grilling or just chillinâ??. Or head into the nicely landscaped backyard and enjoy some sâ??moreâ??s on the new fire pit. Privacy fence for your own personal enjoyment of your backyard. New insulated garage door with openers and outside door code. Lots of storage in garage and above in attic. Compliant sewer line. Stop by and check this one out. Bring all Offers! Seller Motivated!!
This charming bungalow, situated on a private corner lot, offers the perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and style. Whether you're looking to enjoy a short walk to the local school or indulge in downtown shopping and dining. This home boasts a lovely main floor where you can enjoy a newly redone full bath, a cozy kitchen with beautiful butcher block counters, a dining area, and a spacious living room. You'll also find an office complete with built-in desk and cabinets—perfect for working from home. Head upstairs to discover three charming bedrooms, each featuring stunning hardwood floors. two of the three bedrooms have skylights that flood the rooms with natural light, and one includes a built-in dresser, & closet. Outside, the property continues to impress with an 18x20 garage and a delightful assortment of fruit trees, including a Honeycrisp apple tree, a cherry tree, and crab apple trees. With new roofs on both the home and garage, this bungalow is ready for you to move right in.
Located on the pristine shores of White Iron Lake, your dream home is waiting for you. This 4+bedroom/4 bath home offers breathtaking views and a serene lifestyle. Whether you love boating, fishing, snowmobiling, ATVing or simply relaxing by the water, this home has it all. The multiple decks offer panoramic views of White Iron Lake, making it an ideal spot for gatherings or quiet reflection. With top-notch amenities like a sauna, granite countertops, eat in kitchen with newer appliances, 3 fireplaces, large rec room on walk out level, this home perfectly balances comfort and peacefulness. Lakeside you have a 24x24 boathouse and dock system. Dual heating options are easy on the pocket books. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of paradise and start experiencing the charm of lakeside living!
Burntside Private Island Retreat With Mainland Lot! Gorgeous Sunrise To Sunset Vistas Of Treasured Burntside Lake. Waters Island Retreat features two parcels with a total of 20.9 acres of towering Norway pines & 1,897 ft southwest facing shoreline offering island studded views all the way across the main body of the lake, 5 cabins, 4 yurts, short boat ride across calm water to mainland lot. Mainland lot features 4.8 acres & 400 ft shoreline w/dock & swimming area in protected cove, just 7 paved miles south of Ely, & 1 paved mile past the public landing. Burntside is a 126 ft deep, exceptionally clear trout lake of 7314 acres & over 100 islands, stocked w/walleye & known for exceptional fishing & as the source of Elyâ??s drinking water. This is a rare property not often seen for sale on Burntside; a private island retreat with a mainland lot on the south shore of the main body of the lake!
All of Ely's Charm wrapped up in this 2 bedroom 2 bath dovetail tamarack 1800's log cabin with meticulous updates and care. This property boosts of the Northwoods with towering pine and a corner lot located within walking distance to the shops, coffee, art and more. Minutes from all recreational activities that you can enjoy including the Ely Golf Course directly across the road. The home has been restored and renovated for modern comforts but generates its rustic charm. Sauna for rest and relaxation. Patio to sit back and take in the your surroundings. Detached garage with paved driveway. This property has a fantastic VRBO rental history and has been accommodating guests for the past 4 years.
Ready to make this dream estate your legacy? Burntside Lake Home on Outlet Bay in Ely is now available. Whether watching trout swim upstream, observing eagles dive for fish, or enjoying the serenity of the woodland surroundings, you'll find countless reasons to stay and call Greystone home. Unparalleled living experience in Ely, MN. This one-of-a-kind custom home 5BR/6BA home is being offered for the very first time. Nestled on a sprawling 20-acre estate, this property boasts 1155 ft of pristine shoreline along Burntside Lake's Outlet Bay and the Burntside River. Surrounded by the beauty of nature, this estate is designed for those who seek both luxury and adventure. Greystone offers many features, too many to list, but include: 2 double sided Tulikivi green soapstone fireplaces (one with a pizza oven), two laundry rooms (main floor and 2nd flr), elevator, secret underground passage to the garage and guest rooms, outdoor kitchen, boathouse with patio, walking paths, pole bldg, She Shed /Potting Shed, reclaimed hardwood floors, wood paneled walls, Creston Security System, Folding Marvin Windows with electronic screens, real stone facade, Fir Douglas flooring, knotty alder custom cabinets, and the list keeps going!
Ely Country Bear Island River Home This beautiful 3BR/2BA home is nestled on nearly 6 acres of pristine land, with over 475 feet of Bear Island River frontage. Enjoy the tranquility of nature while being just minutes away from Ely and Babbitt. Fieldstone Fireplace, new kitchen cabinets with butcher block counter, patio door from living room to backyard. A river side oasis offering seamless indoor-outdoor living and so much more. New giant cement firepit, two detattached garages (26x36 and 24x24), and cute little enclosed building facing the river. Great for an artist studio, she shed, playhouse - whatever you'd like. All situated in a convenient location, this property offers the best of both worldsâ??seclusion and accessibility. You'll be minutes away from the amenities of Ely and Babbitt while enjoying the peace and beauty of the Bear Island River.
+-10 densely wooded acres in the heart of the Superior National Forest on the Fernberg Road. Very nice acreage situated about a mile from the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness at Lake One and +-3 miles from Snowbank Lake. Also, easy access to the Moose Lake chain (and Basswood Lake), Tofte Lake, Fall Lake and Garden Lake chain, back towards Ely. Excellent location for your Northwoods home or cabin. About 20 miles east of Ely (25 minute drive) featuring mostly high ground, easy road access, and prime location. Parcel is surrounded on 3 sides by Federal Land.
If your looking for the perfect location, then look no further, less than a mile from Ely!! This Newly built 50x60x18 shop would be the perfect set up for running a business or used as storage for all your toys, could fit an RV!! The shop has been spray foamed and has a commercial heater with pallet racking and forklift! Massive pad for parking equipment, currently used for excavating business! This property is adjacent to thousands of acres of state land with primo hunting!! Hundreds of miles of paved biking trails connected to the front driveway leading to Superior National Forest, less than 2 miles away!! Lake Shawgawa right across the street!! Lake Vermillion also very close. Live in the 2017 3 bed, 2 bath house or build your dream house on the hill with a beautiful view!!
Nicely wooded 10 acre parcel located approx. 8 miles east of Ely out the Fernberg Road! Mature tree cover of all the normal northwoods tree species. Mostly high ground with a small area of low ground in the NE corner and the SW corner, but otherwise all high ground! Property is surveyed, and has an easement for power from the powerline a few hundred feet away on the other side of the Fernberg Road. Property directly adjoins thousands of acres of County, State, and Federal lands to the south all the way to the BWCAW approx. 1.25 miles away. Great place for a year around home or up north getaway cabin!
Picturesque acreage near the BWCA with stunning views of Snowbank Lake. This 40-acre parcel is located off the Snowbank Lake Rd. which is within close proximity to several BWCA entry points. Featuring mature forest, high ground and ledge rock ledges, this property is a unique find. Very private and remote, this land is accessed by a series of easements off the Snowbank Lake Rd. and provides direct access to the Kekekabic Trail, often known as the â??Kek,â?? which runs from Snowbank Lake in Ely all the way to the Gunflint Trail near Grand Marais. Truly a beautiful â??end of the roadâ?? opportunity!
Stunning peninsula property, completely private & serene. Conveniently located 5 miles from town, on a wooded peninsula with 28+/- acres of majestic pine and 2800 +/- Ft of southwest facing Shagawa lakeshore. Nestled in the pines is a custom built 3 bedroom, 2 bath year round home with quality finishings and thoughtful design. The main level features living room with vaulted ceiling, propane fireplace, 2 skylights, and windows that capture the view of the lake. Some of the kitchen features are: granite countertops, tile backsplash, an island that seats 2, and patio doors leading to a large lakeside deck. The dining room has wood floor, a bay window with both south and east views of the lake, and is open to the kitchen. A combination laundry/sewing room with storage and work counter space, wood, and tile floor is located off the kitchen. There is a 3/4 bath that includes a shower room with walls of cedar and wired for a future electric sauna stove. All three bedrooms are located on the upper level, they have oak floors, and ceiling fans/lights. The primary bedroom has sliding doors to a lakeside private deck. The upper level includes a full bath with a shower and jetted tub, tile surround, glass block features, and tile floor. The lower level; an expansive open room that features a den/family room with custom built-ins, carpet, and a propane freestanding fireplace. The house has seamless steel siding, a drilled well and recently inspected septic. The garage is a 36 x 40 three stall with steel siding. Outdoor amenities include a large wrap around deck, generous area for trails, and classic northern lake shore; both level areas of sandy/gravel shoreline and elevated rock ridges gorgeous panaramic views. Spectacular opportunity to own this much lakeshore, acreage and a year round home so close to Ely.
The median home value in Ely, MN is $265,000. 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 $265,000. 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.