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 1596 Saari Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 1596 Saari Rd in Ely, MN is $288,700 .

What is the price history for 1596 Saari Rd?

1596 Saari Rd in Ely, MN last sold for $142,000 in October 2015.

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 .

How big is the lot at 1596 Saari Rd?

The lot at 1596 Saari Rd in Ely, MN is about 2 acres .

Does 1596 Saari Rd have a garage?

Yes, 1596 Saari Rd in Ely, MN has a garage.

OFF MARKET

1596 Saari Rd
Ely, MN 55731

Studio
500 sqft (on 2 acres)

$288,700

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 22, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,809/mo*

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$288,700

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 22, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $1,809/mo*

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Studio

500 sqft

(on 2 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$289K

Since last month

$300 (-0.1%)

Since last year

$24K (+8.9%)

Since last sale

$148K (+104%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +76% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$290K
July 2026	$290K
June 2026	$290K
May 2026	$288K
April 2026	$270K
March 2026	$263K
February 2026	$249K
January 2026	$238K
2025
December 2025	$257K
November 2025	$248K
October 2025	$265K
July 2025	$266K
June 2025	$252K
May 2025	$246K
April 2025	$245K
March 2025	$228K
February 2025	$221K
January 2025	$216K
2024
December 2024	$221K
November 2024	$233K
October 2024	$229K
September 2024	$236K
August 2024	$225K
July 2024	$247K
June 2024	$242K
May 2024	$231K
April 2024	$231K
March 2024	$222K
February 2024	$211K
January 2024	$211K
2023
December 2023	$220K
November 2023	$222K
October 2023	$232K
September 2023	$227K
August 2023	$235K
July 2023	$230K
June 2023	$222K
May 2023	$199K
April 2023	$193K
March 2023	$186K
February 2023	$171K
January 2023	$173K
2022
December 2022	$178K
November 2022	$185K
October 2022	$191K
September 2022	$185K
August 2022	$184K
July 2022	$186K
June 2022	$184K
May 2022	$177K
April 2022	$175K
March 2022	$184K
February 2022	$201K
January 2022	$202K
2021
December 2021	$204K
November 2021	$206K
October 2021	$206K
September 2021	$204K
August 2021	$204K
July 2021	$202K
June 2021	$175K
May 2021	$138K
April 2021	$134K
March 2021	$124K
February 2021	$126K
January 2021	$128K
2020
December 2020	$124K
November 2020	$122K
October 2020	$120K
September 2020	$122K
August 2020	$122K
July 2020	$120K
June 2020	$119K
May 2020	$119K
April 2020	$123K
March 2020	$121K
February 2020	$118K
January 2020	$118K
2019
November 2019	$120K
October 2019	$120K
September 2019	$123K
August 2019	$132K
July 2019	$133K
June 2019	$130K
May 2019	$127K
April 2019	$132K
March 2019	$124K
February 2019	$126K
January 2019	$125K
2018
December 2018	$128K
November 2018	$129K
October 2018	$130K
September 2018	$129K
August 2018	$125K
July 2018	$123K
June 2018	$131K
May 2018	$127K
April 2018	$127K
March 2018	$124K
February 2018	$119K
January 2018	$123K
2017
December 2017	$121K
November 2017	$120K
October 2017	$117K
September 2017	$102K
August 2017	$111K
July 2017	$148K
June 2017	$122K
May 2017	$138K
April 2017	$131K
March 2017	$131K
February 2017	$126K
January 2017	$132K
2016
December 2016	$149K
November 2016	$141K
October 2016	$150K
September 2016	$151K
August 2016	$165K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
1480 Maijala Rd, Ely, MN	1.69	Single-Family Home	$265,000	06/10/26	3	1.5	1,408
xxxxx White Iron Lake, Ely, MN	2.19	Single-Family Home	$285,000	03/06/26	3	-	1,072
1493 Inspiration Road, Ely, MN	2.45	Single-Family Home	$439,000	06/30/26	3	2	2,085
2137 Deer Ridge Rd, Ely, MN	2.83	Single-Family Home	$420,000	11/14/25	1	1	1,440
297 S Kawishiwi Summer Homes Rd, Ely, MN	3.60	Single-Family Home	$280,000	09/30/25	1	-	459
118 Sunset Rd, Ely, MN	2.51	Single-Family Home	$285,000	03/10/26	1	-	-
3206 Shadyrest, Ely, MN	3.38	Single-Family Home	$710,200	08/29/25	2	2	918
3206 Shady Rest, Ely, MN	3.37	Single-Family Home	$710,200	08/29/25	2	2	1,768
12338 Endless Waters Rd, Ely, MN	4.60	Single-Family Home	$166,251	10/16/25	2	-	576
377 Sunset Rd, Ely, MN	4.05	Single-Family Home	$747,000	07/06/26	3	3	3,175

Nearby home prices

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Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
XXX Saari Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.23	-	-	-	-	Off Market
XXX Southwest Shores Tr, Ely, MN 55731	0.64	-	-	-	-	Off Market
1356 Southwest Shores Tr, Ely, MN 55731	0.66	-	-	-	-	Off Market
xxx Southwest Shores Tr, Ely, MN 55731	0.69	-	-	-	-	Off Market
1543 Highway 1, Ely, MN 55731	0.68	$378,700	2	1	1,392	Off Market
1359 Southwest Shores Tr, Ely, MN 55731	0.75	$480,000	1	1	1,080	For Sale
xxx Southwest Shores Tr, Ely, MN 55731	0.75	-	-	-	-	Off Market
XXX Southwest Shores Tr, Ely, MN 55731	0.77	-	-	-	-	Off Market
XXX Southwest Shores Tr, Ely, MN 55731	0.80	-	-	-	-	Off Market
TBD Souja Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.85	-	-	-	-	Off Market
XXX Southwest Shores Tr, Ely, MN 55731	0.90	-	-	-	-	Off Market
TBD Souja Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.93	-	-	-	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type

Single-Family Home

Year Built

1930

Lot Size

2 acres

Living Area

500 sqft

Price/Sqft

$577

Parking

Garage

About this House

White Iron Lake seasonal cabin just minutes from Ely on a paved road. There are two nice size lots that total 190 ft. of shoreline and the cabin sits just 6 ft. from the shore. The property is such that there is plenty of area to park an RV for the summer as well. In addition to the 500 sq. ft. cabin, there is a bunk house, separate sauna building, and an 18 x 24 garage. Beautiful grounds with mature pines. Access to Farm Lake, South Farm Lake, Garden Lake and the Kawishiwi River and the BWCA from this property.

1596 Saari Rd, Ely, MN 55731 is a studio, 500 sqft single-family home built in 1930. It last sold for $142,000 on Oct 8, 2015. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $288,700, with a rent estimate of $1,419/month.

Home Details for 1596 Saari Rd

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementIn-law unit
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 2.00 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 8, 2015 Source: N/A	Sold	$142,000
Aug 14, 2015 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$175,000
Oct 17, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$180,000
Aug 10, 2014 Source: Agent Provided	PriceChange	$180,000 Price decreased by 27%
Oct 20, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$248,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2024	$1,160	$186,900

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Market trends in Ely

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Around this home

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
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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.
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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.
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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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Frequently asked questions about 1596 Saari Rd

What is 1596 Saari Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 1596 Saari Rd in Ely, MN is $288,700.
What is the price history for 1596 Saari Rd?
1596 Saari Rd in Ely, MN last sold for $142,000 in October 2015.
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.
How big is the lot at 1596 Saari Rd?
The lot at 1596 Saari Rd in Ely, MN is about 2 acres.
Does 1596 Saari Rd have a garage?
Yes, 1596 Saari Rd in Ely, MN has a garage.

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SOLD
JUN 10, 2026
$265,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
1,408 sqft
1480 Maijala Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Wendy S Johnson, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
SOLD
MAR 10, 2026
$285,000
1 bd
118 Sunset Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
SOLD
MAR 6, 2026
$285,000
3 bd
1,072 sqft
xxxxx White Iron Lake,
Ely, MN 55731
Chris Eilrich, Wildwoods Land Company
SOLD
NOV 17, 2025
$364,000
3 bd
2 ba
2,520 sqft
236 Ahola Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Andrea Zupancich, Z' Up North Realty
SOLD
NOV 14, 2025
$420,000
1 bd
1 ba
1,440 sqft
2137 Deer Ridge Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Chris Eilrich, Wildwoods Land Company
SOLD
NOV 12, 2025
$198,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,920 sqft
36 E Beacon Hill Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Andrea Zupancich, Z' Up North Realty
SOLD
OCT 23, 2025
$315,000
3216 Shady Rest,
Ely, MN 55731
Anna Yahnke, Bear Island Realty LLC
OFF MARKET
1356 Southwest Shores Tr,
Ely, MN 55731
Lisa Janisch, Janisch Realty Inc.
OFF MARKET
Est. $286,600
1 bd
459 sqft
297 S Kawishiwi Summer Homes Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Andrea Zupancich, Z' Up North Realty
OFF MARKET
Est. $378,600
3 bd
1.5 ba
2,400 sqft
1317 N Hwy 21,
Ely, MN 55731
Andrea Zupancich, Z' Up North Realty
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2.45 ACRES
$480,000
1 bd
1 ba
1,080 sqft
1359 Southwest Shores Tr,
Ely, MN 55731
Jeff Hway, Bear Island Realty LLC
62 ACRES
$525,000
3 bd
1.5 ba
3,240 sqft
1365 S White Iron Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Kate Davies, Bear Island Realty LLC
4 ACRES
$554,900
4 bd
2.5 ba
1,825 sqft
12957 West Ridge Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Julian Rasmusson, Z' Up North Realty
1.8 ACRES
$445,000
1 bd
1.5 ba
1,890 sqft
1717 Pine Street Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Julian Rasmusson, Z' Up North Realty
7.1 ACRES
$439,000
2 bd
3 ba
2,579 sqft
1247 Wolf Den Dr,
Ely, MN 55731
Beth A Ohlhauser, Bear Island Realty LLC
4.6 ACRES
$329,000
1 bd
1 ba
800 sqft
1728 Maple St,
Ely, MN 55731
Taylor Glynn, eXp Realty, LLC- MN
8.03 ACRES
$839,000
3 bd
2.5 ba
2,344 sqft
1819 Pine Street Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Keller Williams Classic Rlty NW
1.5 ACRES
$625,000
2 bd
2 ba
2,079 sqft
359 Sunset Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Lori Schulze, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
11 ACRES
$449,000
2 bd
2 ba
1,389 sqft
1772 HWY 120,
Ely, MN 55731
Patricia Bulinski, Bear Island Realty LLC
10.19 ACRES
$215,000
1 bd
1 ba
720 sqft
578 Kawishiwi Tr,
Ely, MN 55731
Anna Yahnke, Bear Island Realty LLC
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