1217 John Ave, Superior, WI 54880
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SOLD
DEC 23, 2025

1217 John Ave
Superior, WI 54880

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,936 sqft (on 0.32 acres)

$48,000

Last Sold: Dec 23, 2025
2% below list $49K
$25/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $372/mo*
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$48,000

Last Sold: Dec 23, 2025
2% below list $49K
$25/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $372/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,936 sqft
(on 0.32 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Investor Special. This shell of a home sits on 0.32 acres. The property is going to require extensive repairs and remodeling to include electrical, heating system, plumbing, windows, and all cosmetic updates. Poured basement is solid. 2 garages are located at the back of the property and the side yard is impressive. This is the perfect winter project! Cash buyers only. This property will not finance on the secondary market.
1217 John Ave, Superior, WI 54880 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,936 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $48,000 on Dec 23, 2025 (2% below the $49,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $49,200, with a rent estimate of $1,984/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$25/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1217 John Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Garage
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1936 Square FeetFoundation Area: 968
Heating & Cooling
Heating: NoneNo Heating
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: SWL&P
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 2
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 5Number of Covered Spaces: 5No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 5Parking: Detached,Multiple
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1936 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 13

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Wood, Frame/Wood
Property Information
Condition: Previously OwnedParcel Number: 068060042900

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $49,000Price Per Sqft: $25/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Dec 08 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: SOLD

Location

Direction & Address
City: Superior
School Information
High School District: Superior (WI) #5663

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.32 acres

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 6123027Attribution Contact: ***Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1936
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Megan Wilson, (218) 428-7528
RE/MAX Results
Bought with: Megan Wilson, (218) 428-7528, RE/MAX Results
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6123027

Price History for 1217 John Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/23/2025$48,000Sold
Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6123027
12/09/2025$49,000PendingWIREX MLS #6123027
11/25/2025$49,000Listed For SaleWIREX MLS #6123027

Market trends in Superior

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$214K
$167MoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.6%
1.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$157
$5MoM
Available listings
68
5MoM
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What Locals Say about Superior

At least 226 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say there's wildlife

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 54 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 51 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 44 % Say it's quiet

  • 41 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 27 % Say there are community events

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  • Madison B.
    "My commute is about 30 mins up the highway. Never really that busy of a commute. I love right next to the bridge so it doesn’t feel like a long commute"
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  • Deanna1687
    "Friendly neighbors, public park is close, right near the elementary school, high school, and colleges. We are in the center of it all. Nothing is more than 15 minutes away. "
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  • Julie K.
    "Good school district at all ages. Great community to live in. Active churches. Great options for healthcare."
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  • Kirk S.
    "I drive a long way to work, I don’t work here in superior. I drive to and from cloquet everyday. Have to live over here so I can see my boy. The commute is very easy and fast. "
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  • Michael C.
    "lots of dogs and lots of good areas to walk. also close the lake. it's near a good long trail in the woods"
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  • Kallie N.
    "Parks party and barbecue stuff. Thank you. Irk what to say so I’m just going to ramble about nothing good neighborhood an nice friendly people in this town. Lots of kids around. Just wish they had wading pools or splash pads for kids they need more"
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  • Kate
    "I grew up in the Central Park area. All the neighborhood kids would play together. A very safe atmosphere even after dark"
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  • Jonnybuchman
    "people have dogs everywhere. most are good at picking up after there dog also. there is dog parks within 10 miles. "
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  • Bbmcclure14
    "Stay this side of town Make sure to check for bad drugs and hookers at night before you buy a home anywhere "
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  • Disciple017
    "Comfortable, quiet, Walkable. Transportation on main roads. A few close by fast-food restaurants nearby wherever you live. There is just enough options. Schools are decent. Little crime as far as I can tell."
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  • Erikarunstrom
    "I enjoy walking my dog on the new side walking around Central Park neighborhood and long walks to Barkers Island and millennium trail. "
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  • Casey W.
    "It’s a nice place to live especially if you have kids. I loved growing up in Superior! I knew almost everyone by name in my graduating class and there’s so many different opportunities in Superior for all ages "
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  • Emily R.
    "I used to work within a few blocks but now I work in downtown Duluth. Obviously the former was preferable, but even so the commute wasn’t awful because hwy 2 isn’t horrible."
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  • Emily R.
    "I see a lot of kids in the area and they all seem to be safe and happy and having fun. I am not concerned with my children’s safety more in this neighborhood than in past neighborhoods. I feel this is safer."
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  • Samantha L. K.
    "it's safe for kids. most neighbors keep to themselves but we help each other out too. street is noisy right by highway. lived here 8 years never had any instance of crime like robbery or vehicle theft in the area. "
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  • Joan S.
    "On the edge of the city. You can see the night stars its beautiful. Lake Superior is in an amazing adventure. The season can change on a dime. "
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  • Kirstenheikkila1
    "We have a nice park near by and everyone allows the kids to play in each others yard. All the parents keep an eye out for each other’s kids. "
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  • Kerrisa K.
    "Our neighborhood is peaceful. I grew up here and everyone is friendly. We have everything we need like a grocery store and parks within walking distance."
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  • Jmreimer20
    "It is very family friendly and most yards are spacious compared to other areas in this town. Lots of mature maples and pines give streets and yards ample shade."
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  • Nicholasmurray369
    "Every one keeps to them self so no one buys in your personal life unless you know them and talk with them on a weekly basis which does not happen often and times have changed no goes out and talks with their neighbor now a days"
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  • Kassandra H.
    "It’s a small town and the people are friendly. It’s a great place to raise a family. There is countless businesses and activities within a 30 mile radius."
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  • Chefkevincousins
    "Nice area, right across the street from Barkers Island with bike trails, the lake, boating, fishing, playground, etc. Other than the traffic, pretty quiet, nice neighborhood. "
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