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FOR SALE

0.64 ACRES

1530 N 20th Ave E
Ely, MN 55731

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,863 sqft (on 0.64 acres)

$185,000

$194,500

Est. Mortgage $1,174/mo*

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$185,000

$194,500

Est. Mortgage $1,174/mo*

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3 Beds

1 Bath

1,863 sqft

(on 0.64 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Rustic Charm Meets Opportunity on 10 (yes, ten!) City Lots

Explore this rare find nestled between Miners Lake and Shagawa Lake—a vintage 2+ Bedroom, 1 Bath home brimming with character, ripe for renovation. The sprawling property spans 10 city lots, offering flexibility for gardens, RV storage, potential expansion—or just a generous buffer from neighbors. This home is located on a corner lot on a dead end street.

The value-packed parcel includes:
A brand-new, 30×40 insulated garage workshop — perfect for crafts, hobbies, business use or even a
retreat space.

A second 30×40 insulated 2 plus stall garage, complete with a wood stove and work space, storage and benches—ideal for four-season projects.

A two-car garage, in need of TLC—ready to be revived or reimagined.

This is more than a dwelling—it’s potential: for multi-use living, creative enterprise, or just "up-north" living in beautiful Ely, home to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, Superior National Forest, state parks and hundreds of lakes. Priced at $199,500, it's an especially compelling opportunity in Ely’s eclectic real-estate landscape.

Home Highlights

Parking

Garage

Outdoor

Porch, Deck

A/C

Heating & Cooling

HOA

None

Price/Sqft

$99

Listed

70 days ago

Home Details for 1530 N 20th Ave E

Active Status
MLS Status: Active

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: Block,Crawl Space,Partial,Concrete,Sump Pump,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 14Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bathroom, Deck, Flex Room, Foyer, Garage, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Patio, Unfinished
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1863 Square FeetFoundation Area: 1373
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Disposal, Electric Water Heater, MicrowaveDisposalLaundry: Electric Dryer Hookup,Laundry Room,Washer HookupMicrowave
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers, Power Company: City of ElyGas: Oil
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: Grab Bars In Bathroom
View No View

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: Age Over 8 Years Age 8 Years Or Less Asphalt MetalPatio / Porch: Covered, Deck, PorchFencing: NoneOther Structures: Garage(s), Pole BuildingNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 6Number of Covered Spaces: 6Other Parking: Garage Dimensions (40x30 40.5x30.5 36.5x24.5)No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Detached Garage,Garage,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Insulated Garage,Multiple Garages
Pool Pool: None
Frontage Road Frontage: City Street, No Outlet/Dead EndResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: City Sewer/Connected, City Sewer - In Street
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1373 Square Feet

Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market: 181Days on Market: 70

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family
Building Construction Materials: Block, Post and Beam, Concrete, FrameNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information Parcel Number: 030029000080

Price & Status
Price List Price: $185,000Price Per Sqft: $99

Location
Direction & Address City: ElyCommunity: Town Of Spalding Ely
School Information High School District: Ely

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 7035397

Building
Building Area Building Area: 1863 Square Feet

HOA
No HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.64 acres

Offer
Contingencies: None

Miscellaneous
BasementMls Number: 7035397Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1373

Last check for updates: about 14 hours ago

Listing courtesy of Debbie L Decker, (763) 482-4322

Keller Williams Classic Rlty NW

Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#7035397

Also Listed on NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Price History for 1530 N 20th Ave E

Date	Price	Event	Source
05/11/2026	$185,000	PriceChange	NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7035397
Price Change $9,500 (-5%)
04/13/2026	$194,500	PriceChange	NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7035397
Price Change $5,000 (-3%)
03/11/2026	$199,500	Listed For Sale	NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7035397

03/07/2026	$199,500	ListingRemoved	NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6785310

09/09/2025	$199,500	Listed For Sale	NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6785310

11/24/2014	$70,000	Sold	Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #2148314
Recording Date 11/24/2014 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A

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Assigned Schools

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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

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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
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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
7y 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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Debbie L Decker, Keller Williams Classic Rlty NW

Agent Phone: (763) 482-4322

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1530 N 20th Ave E, Ely, MN 55731 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,863 sqft single-family home built in 1920. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Mar 11, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 7035397.

1530 N 20th Ave E
Ely, MN 55731

$185,000

$185,000

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