Is there wildlife in Ely, MN?

As of early 2026, 93% of users say there's wildlife

Do kids play outside in Ely, MN?

As of early 2026, 90% of users say kids play outside

Is a car needed in Ely, MN?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say car is needed

Is parking easy in Ely, MN?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say parking is easy

As of early 2026, 86% of users say it's quiet

Are yards well-kept in Ely, MN?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say yards are well-kept

Is Ely, MN dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 83% of users say it's dog friendly

Does Ely, MN show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Ely, MN?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is Ely, MN walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Does Ely, MN have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 75% of users say there are sidewalks

Are the streets well-lit in Ely, MN?

As of early 2026, 73% of users say streets are well-lit

Are neighbors friendly in Ely, MN?

As of early 2026, 72% of users say neighbors are friendly

Is Ely, MN walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 69% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Are there community events in Ely, MN?

As of early 2026, 45% of users say there are community events

Do residents of Ely, MN plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

What is the price history for 135 N 5th Ave E?

135 N 5th Ave E in Ely, MN last sold for $140,000 in June 2016.

Is Ely a buyer's or seller's market?

Ely is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Ely?

Residents describe Ely, MN as easy to park in, quiet, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Ely, MN .

What are the closest schools to 135 N 5th Ave E?

The closest schools to 135 N 5th Ave E in Ely, MN are Memorial Middle School (rated 7/10), Memorial Secondary (High, rated 9/10), Washington Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10).

Does 135 N 5th Ave E have air conditioning?

Yes, 135 N 5th Ave E in Ely, MN has air conditioning.

OFF MARKET

$140,000

Last sold price

5 Beds
4 Baths
1,200 sqft

135 N 5th Ave E, Ely, MN 55731

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 17, 2016 for $140,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
336 E Camp St, Ely, MN	0.08	Apartment	$36,500	11/14/25	4	2	1,070

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Nearby home prices

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Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
416 E Camp St, Ely, MN 55731	0.04	$200,000	2	1.5	1,550	Recently Sold
403 E Camp St, Ely, MN 55731	0.06	$159,000	2	1	1,222	For Sale
xxx Point Dr, Ely, MN 55731	0.08	-	-	-	-	Off Market
xxx Wolf Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.08	$167,700	1	-	420	Off Market
xx W SHAGAWA RD, Ely, MN 55731	0.08	$488,400	3	1	2,370	Off Market
xx Southwest Shores Tr, Ely, MN 55731	0.08	$311,400	3	1	1,512	Off Market
TBD Twin Lakes Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.08	$404,200	3	2	2,630	Off Market
- Jackpine Tr, Ely, MN 55731	0.08	$389,900	2	1	418	Off Market
xx Kempton Lake, Ely, MN 55731	0.08	$437,200	3	-	808	Off Market
TBD Meander Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.08	-	-	-	-	Off Market
xxx White St, Ely, MN 55731	0.08	-	-	-	-	Off Market
xxx Wolf Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.08	-	-	-	-	Off Market

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Home Highlights

Apartment

Built in 1905

1,200 sqft

About this House

This apartment is located at 135 N 5th Ave E, Ely, MN. 135 N 5th Ave E is in Ely, MN and in ZIP code 55731. This property has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms and approximately 1,200 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 3049 sqft and was built in 1905.

135 N 5th Ave E, Ely, MN 55731 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 1,200 sqft apartment built in 1905. It last sold for $140,000 on Jun 17, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,610/month.

Home Details for 135 N 5th Ave E

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementAdditional StorageStorage
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment

Community
Units in Building: 1

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 17, 2016 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6020337	Sold	$140,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$4,978	$260,100

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Market trends in Ely

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Washington Elementary School
PK-5
Public
201 Students
Ely Public School District
6/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
Excellent community involvement and it's a great school for K-1. It gets spotty after that. The district has had a revolving door of superintendents for a number of years. Major problems with a few staff and the school board. The test scores reflect such.
Parent Review
11y ago
20 Reviews

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What Locals Say about Ely

At least 8 Trulia users voted on each feature.

93 % Say there's wildlife
90 % Say kids play outside
89 % Say car is needed
88 % Say parking is easy
86 % Say it's quiet
83 % Say yards are well-kept
83 % Say it's dog friendly
80 % Say there's holiday spirit
78 % Say people would walk alone at night
77 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
75 % Say there are sidewalks
73 % Say streets are well-lit
72 % Say neighbors are friendly
69 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
45 % Say there are community events
36 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Mavericksells
Resident
1y ago
"Ely is surrounded by forests and it’s a lovely, peaceful place to reside. There are wonderful restaurants, shops, a great movie theater and a variety of outdoor activities to choose from year round. "
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Derek H.
Resident
6y ago
"Ely is located at the end of the road. No roads go to much further north due to the boundary waters canoe area which strictly prohibits dwellings or any man made structures. Ely can seem like a long way from anywhere at times and the community recognizes this and most willing are willing to help whoever and whenever the need may arise. We take care of our own and then some . "
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Jennifer P.
Resident
6y ago
"Don't move here if you don't like being out in the woods. ppl on this town take care of each other. even if you're new. as long as you show you want to be part of Ely. "
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Jennifer P.
Resident
6y ago
"as a new comer to ely try to get into activities around town, especially if you have younger children who are not school age. jobs are not always easy to find and though the cost of living is fairly low you do money can get tight quickly. ely is a nice town but it's hard on you too. more work for less. your kids are safe here but still know who you're talking to before hand."
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Rvhall
Resident
6y ago
"There is no public transport in this neighborhood , but Arrowhead transport does run in town for a nominal fee and there are weekly trips to Virginia Mn."
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Lora L.
Resident
8y ago
"We have cab service and in town bus service. It’s a 25 block walk from first place in town to last. Generally, the city park,police,fire,library dot,and shopping district are within 8 blocks from anywhere."
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Frequently asked questions about 135 N 5th Ave E

What is the price history for 135 N 5th Ave E?
135 N 5th Ave E in Ely, MN last sold for $140,000 in June 2016.
Is Ely a buyer's or seller's market?
Ely is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Ely?
Residents describe Ely, MN as easy to park in, quiet, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Ely, MN.
What are the closest schools to 135 N 5th Ave E?
The closest schools to 135 N 5th Ave E in Ely, MN are Memorial Middle School (rated 7/10), Memorial Secondary (High, rated 9/10), Washington Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10).
Does 135 N 5th Ave E have air conditioning?
Yes, 135 N 5th Ave E in Ely, MN has air conditioning.

Apartments for Rent

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INCOME RESTRICTED
$1,319/mo
3 bd
1 ba
1421 E Camp St #22,
Ely, MN 55731
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Off Market Homes Near 135 N 5th Ave E

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SOLD
SEP 25, 2026
$770,000
4 bd
3 ba
4,872 sqft
2445 Reed Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Lori Schulze, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
SOLD
SEP 25, 2026
$850,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,560 sqft
3003 Burntside Ridge Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Patricia Bulinski, Bear Island Realty LLC
SOLD
SEP 21, 2026
$140,000
4 bd
1 ba
1,011 sqft
24 N Pioneer Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Lori Schulze, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
SOLD
SEP 18, 2026
$729,000
2 bd
1 ba
773 sqft
3009 Burntside Ridge Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Jeff Hway, Bear Island Realty LLC
SOLD
SEP 18, 2026
$370,000
TBD Garden Lake Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Jeff Hway, Bear Island Realty LLC
SOLD
SEP 17, 2026
$150,000
4 bd
2 ba
1,450 sqft
954 E Camp St,
Ely, MN 55731
Jodi Nyman, Z' Up North Realty
SOLD
SEP 15, 2026
$375,000
4 bd
2 ba
2,457 sqft
2581 Hallmark Dr,
Ely, MN 55731
BIC Realty
SOLD
SEP 10, 2026
$745,000
4 bd
2.5 ba
2,371 sqft
1280 S White Iron Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Janet Erchul, Ely Realty
SOLD
SEP 9, 2026
$10,000
326 N 14th Ave E,
Ely, MN 55731
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