2001 Shilhon Rd, Duluth, MN 55804
FOR SALE
1 ACRE

2001 Shilhon Rd
Duluth, MN 55804

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,790 sqft (on 1 acre)

$279,900

Original price: $289,900
Est. Mortgage $1,705/mo*
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$279,900

Original price: $289,900
Est. Mortgage $1,705/mo*
Get Pre-Qualified
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,790 sqft
(on 1 acre)

Local Information

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Description

Step into a unique piece of French River history! Once said to be the home of the original French River Store, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom property is full of character, opportunity, and potential. Situated on approximately 1 acre near the Big Sucker River, this home offers a peaceful North Shore setting with easy access to outdoor recreation, Korkki Nordic trails, and North Shore Community School. Inside, you’ll find vaulted ceilings, fresh paint throughout, new flooring, and new appliances. Recent improvements include a high-efficiency propane combi-boiler providing both heat and domestic hot water, a new 2,000-gallon holding tank, and a new rubber roof on the rear portion of the home. The spacious main floor bath offers room to customize and make it your own. Outside, enjoy open space, privacy, and a detached 1-stall garage. A rare opportunity to own a property rich in local history with endless potential along the North Shore corridor.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$156
Listed
38 days ago

Home Details for 2001 Shilhon Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (quarter): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1790 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Boiler,Fireplace(s),PropaneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Boiler
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: GasHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Minnesota Power
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood Floors
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood Floors
View
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt Shingle RubberPatio / Porch: DeckFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Holding Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1790 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 29Days on Market: 38

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Wood, Frame/Wood, Log Home
Property Information
Condition: Previously OwnedParcel Number: 315002004820

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $279,900Price Per Sqft: $156

Active Status

MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location

Direction & Address
City: Duluth
School Information
High School District: Lake Superior #381

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 6125238

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1 Acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 6125238Attribution Contact: ***Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1790
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Jessie Erickson, (612) 636-0507
Messina & Associates Real Estate
Deanna Bennett, (218) 343-8444
Messina & Associates Real Estate
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6125238
Also Listed on Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID.

Market trends in Duluth

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$282K
$4.21KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.4%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$189
$7MoM
Available listings
254
71MoM

Price History for 2001 Shilhon Rd

DatePriceEventSource
06/10/2026$279,900PriceChange
Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6125238
05/14/2026$289,900Listed For SaleLake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6125238
12/03/2025$90,950Sold
N/A
08/15/2025$70,950Sold
NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6749367
03/20/2024$103,466Sold
N/A
02/03/2012$82,000Sold
N/A
07/15/2010$84,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/16/2010$84,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/07/2010$94,500Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$1,074
Assessment$217,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2001 Shilhon Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2156 Paul Rd, Duluth, MN
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1,700
1838 Shilhon Rd, Duluth, MN
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$599,900
05/15/26
4
3
2,352
2218 E Pioneer Rd, Duluth, MN
1.29
Single-Family Home
$335,000
08/29/25
3
1
1,404
1954 Lismore Rd, Duluth, MN
1.32
Single-Family Home
$460,000
12/12/25
3
2
1,980
1903 Old North Shore Rd, Duluth, MN
2.33
Single-Family Home
$457,500
10/20/25
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2
2,078

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What Locals Say about Duluth

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  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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Jessie Erickson, Messina & Associates Real Estate
Agent Phone: (612) 636-0507
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-06-21 15:32:09 PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Click here for more information
2001 Shilhon Rd, Duluth, MN 55804 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,790 sqft single-family home built in 1915. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID on May 14, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 6125238.