$449,000
5262 Ely Island S Tower, MN 55790 - Vermilion
For Sale MLS# 6780806
2 beds 624 sq ft Single Family
Details for 5262 Ely Island S
MLS# 6780806
Description for 5262 Ely Island S, Tower, MN, 55790 - Vermilion
Welcome to your Lake Vermilion Tranquil Island retreat. This charming rustic 2 bedroom log cabin situated on 39.25 acres with 3225 total feet of shoreline on both sides of Ely Island offers the ultimate privacy. The log cabin exudes timeless charm of a bygone era. The warm, inviting interior features a vaulted ceiling, stone wood- burning fireplace and wood floors. Enjoy breathtaking, panoramic views of the pristine waters. Island life provides endless opportunities for boating, fishing, kayaking, hiking and relaxing by the water's edge. Accessible only by boat, this log cabin is a gateway to a lifestyle of peace and adventure. Escape the crowds and immerse yourself in the natural beauty and quietude of beautiful Northern Minnesota!
Listing Information
Property Type: Residential, Single Family, Cabin
Status: Active
Bedrooms: 2
Lot Size: 39.25 Acres
Square Feet: 624 sq ft
Year Built: 1950
Foundation: 624 sq ft
Stories: 1 Story
County: St. Louis
Days On Market: 186
Construction Status: Previously Owned
School Information
District: 2142 - St. Louis County
Room Information
Main Floor
Bedroom 1: 9.9x9.2
Bedroom 2: 9.9x7.1
Kitchen: 9.9x8.6
Living Room: 18.11x13.5
Additonal Room Information
Dining: Living/Dining Room
Bath Description: Other
Interior Features
Square Footage above: 624 sq ft
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Fireplaces: 1, Wood Burning, Wood Stove
Additional Interior Features: All Living Facilities on One Level, Main Floor Bedroom
Utilities
Sewer: Outhouse
Heating: Wood, Wood Stove
Exterior / Lot Features
Exterior: Log
Roof: Asphalt Shingles
Lot View: Bay,Lake,North,South
Lot Dimensions: 1476x1700
Zoning: Residential-Single Family,Shoreline
Additional Exterior/Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Waterfront Details
Standard Water Body: Vermilion
DNR Lake ID: 69037800
Water Front Features: Lake Front
Water Frontage Length: 3,225 Ft.
Lake Acres: 39,272
Lake Depth: 76 Ft.
Lake Bottom: Rocky,Undeveloped
Driving Directions
Via boat from any public boat launch. From Stuntz Bay public launch to South side of Ely Island approximately 1.65 miles.
Financial Considerations
Other Annual Tax: $85
Tax/Property ID: 270002001350
Tax Amount: 4599
Tax Year: 2025
HomeStead Description: Non-Homesteaded
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Sales History & Tax Summary for 5262 Ely Island S
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