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 2736 Bear Island River Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 2736 Bear Island River Rd in Ely, MN is $586,700 .

What is the price history for 2736 Bear Island River Rd?

2736 Bear Island River Rd in Ely, MN last sold for $287,500 in June 2017.

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 .

Does 2736 Bear Island River Rd have air conditioning?

Yes, 2736 Bear Island River Rd in Ely, MN has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 2736 Bear Island River Rd?

The lot at 2736 Bear Island River Rd in Ely, MN is about 1.2 acres .

OFF MARKET

2736 Bear Island River Rd
Ely, MN 55731

2 Beds
1 Bath
624 sqft (on 1.20 acres)

$586,700

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 25, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $3,596/mo*

Refinance Your Home

$586,700

Trulia Estimate

as of Aug 25, 2026

Est. Refi. Payment $3,596/mo*

Refinance Your Home

2 Beds

1 Bath

624 sqft

(on 1.20 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$587K

Since last month

$2K (-0.3%)

Since last year

$14K (+2.5%)

Since last sale

$299K (+104.1%)

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 +104% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$587K
July 2026	$589K
June 2026	$585K
May 2026	$573K
April 2026	$558K
March 2026	$552K
February 2026	$547K
January 2026	$547K
2025
December 2025	$546K
November 2025	$547K
October 2025	$560K
September 2025	$563K
August 2025	$573K
July 2025	$584K
June 2025	$569K
May 2025	$557K
April 2025	$555K
March 2025	$540K
February 2025	$489K
January 2025	$489K
2024
December 2024	$500K
November 2024	$503K
October 2024	$501K
September 2024	$509K
August 2024	$509K
July 2024	$511K
June 2024	$518K
May 2024	$512K
April 2024	$498K
March 2024	$496K
February 2024	$475K
January 2024	$481K
2023
December 2023	$482K
November 2023	$481K
October 2023	$493K
September 2023	$489K
August 2023	$495K
July 2023	$498K
June 2023	$495K
May 2023	$461K
April 2023	$459K
March 2023	$449K
February 2023	$432K
January 2023	$448K
2022
December 2022	$452K
November 2022	$465K
October 2022	$471K
September 2022	$462K
August 2022	$465K
July 2022	$474K
June 2022	$474K
May 2022	$471K
April 2022	$465K
March 2022	$460K
February 2022	$463K
January 2022	$458K
2021
December 2021	$453K
November 2021	$448K
October 2021	$440K
September 2021	$422K
August 2021	$417K
July 2021	$417K
June 2021	$377K
May 2021	$327K
April 2021	$310K
March 2021	$323K
February 2021	$317K
January 2021	$311K
2020
December 2020	$303K
November 2020	$302K
October 2020	$299K
September 2020	$291K
August 2020	$330K
July 2020	$326K
June 2020	$319K
May 2020	$317K
April 2020	$316K
March 2020	$323K
February 2020	$323K
January 2020	$314K
2019
December 2019	$311K
November 2019	$311K
October 2019	$310K
September 2019	$307K
August 2019	$307K
July 2019	$305K
June 2019	$303K
May 2019	$303K
April 2019	$298K
March 2019	$293K
February 2019	$288K
January 2019	$288K
2018
December 2018	$285K
November 2018	$286K
October 2018	$291K
September 2018	$289K
August 2018	$290K
July 2018	$291K
June 2018	$292K
May 2018	$285K
April 2018	$291K
March 2018	$292K
February 2018	$296K
January 2018	$295K
2017
December 2017	$299K
November 2017	$299K
October 2017	$295K
September 2017	$293K
August 2017	$291K
July 2017	$289K
June 2017	$275K
May 2017	$275K
April 2017	$288K
March 2017	$277K
February 2017	$273K
January 2017	$270K
2016
December 2016	$274K
November 2016	$266K
October 2016	$282K
September 2016	$280K
August 2016	$287K

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
9362 Vandelay Dr, Ely, MN	1.35	Single-Family Home	$265,000	05/15/26	2	1	976
8702 Sock Lake Road, Babbitt, MN	2.86	Single-Family Home	$285,000	12/08/25	3	2	1,292
8433 Timber Bay Rd, Babbitt, MN	4.69	Single-Family Home	$187,000	07/28/26	2	1	656
1317 N Hwy 21, Ely, MN	4.27	Single-Family Home	$350,000	09/05/25	3	1.5	2,400
12 Basswood Cir, Babbitt, MN	4.92	Single-Family Home	$143,000	12/19/25	2	1	2,024
8431 Timber Bay Rd, Babbitt, MN	4.68	Single-Family Home	$192,500	07/01/26	1	1	1,008
20 Ivy Blvd, Babbitt, MN	4.86	Single-Family Home	$179,000	09/30/25	3	2	1,872
21 Glen Cr, Babbitt, MN	5.08	Single-Family Home	$135,000	04/24/26	3	1	2,004
24 Hemlock Cir, Babbitt, MN	5.18	Single-Family Home	$125,000	12/09/25	2	1	1,074

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
2734 Bear Island River Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.04	$475,000	2	1.5	1,172	For Sale
2688 Bear Island River Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.32	$126,500	3	2	1,260	Off Market
xxx Bear Island Lake, Ely, MN 55731	0.80	-	-	-	-	Off Market
TBD Bear Island Cabin Dr, Babbitt, MN 55706	0.86	-	-	-	-	Off Market
- Bear Island Lake, Ely, MN 55731	0.91	-	-	-	-	Off Market
9405 Runn Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.95	$1,108,200	3	2	2,575	Off Market
2528 Verbick Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.99	$547,200	2	1.5	1,680	Off Market
xxx Bear Island River Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.08	-	-	-	-	Off Market
2519 Bear Island River Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.09	-	-	-	-	Off Market
TBD Bear Island River Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.14	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Bear Island Resort Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.21	-	-	-	-	Off Market
Bear Island Resort Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.27	-	-	-	-	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

1985

Lot Size

1.2 acres

Living Area

624 sqft

Price/Sqft

$940

Parking

Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 2736 Bear Island River Rd, Ely, MN. 2736 Bear Island River Rd is in Ely, MN and in ZIP code 55731. This property has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and approximately 624 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 1.20 acres and was built in 1985.

2736 Bear Island River Rd, Ely, MN 55731 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 624 sqft single-family home built in 1985. It last sold for $287,500 on Jun 30, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $586,700, with a rent estimate of $1,357/month.

Home Details for 2736 Bear Island River Rd

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementIn-law unit
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1985
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features DeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1.20 acres

Building
Pool Sauna

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Jun 30, 2017 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6028289	Sold	$287,500
May 23, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Pending	$299,000
Apr 22, 2017 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$299,000
Aug 8, 2008 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1496331	Sold	$315,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2024	$3,740	$531,500

Additional Cost

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
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.
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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
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
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 2736 Bear Island River Rd

What is 2736 Bear Island River Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 2736 Bear Island River Rd in Ely, MN is $586,700.
What is the price history for 2736 Bear Island River Rd?
2736 Bear Island River Rd in Ely, MN last sold for $287,500 in June 2017.
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.
Does 2736 Bear Island River Rd have air conditioning?
Yes, 2736 Bear Island River Rd in Ely, MN has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 2736 Bear Island River Rd?
The lot at 2736 Bear Island River Rd in Ely, MN is about 1.2 acres.

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Est. $381,800
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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0.75 ACRES
$475,000
2 bd
1.5 ba
1,172 sqft
2734 Bear Island River Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Andrea Zupancich, Z' Up North Realty
7.25 ACRES
$499,000
2 bd
672 sqft
2941 Makkyla Tr,
Babbitt, MN 55706
Janet Erchul, Ely Realty
2.74 ACRES
$250,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,248 sqft
8557 Highway 21 N,
Babbitt, MN 55706
Keller Williams Classic Rlty NW
0.27 ACRES
$134,000
2 bd
1 ba
912 sqft
14 Balsam Cr,
Babbitt, MN 55706
Wendy S Johnson, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
17.7 ACRES
$450,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,556 sqft
3420 Dewees Road,
Babbitt, MN 55706
Wendy S Johnson, 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
2.6 ACRES
$649,000
2 bd
3 ba
2,920 sqft
1804 North Bay Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Andrea Zupancich, Z' Up North Realty
$119,900
3 bd
1 ba
884 sqft
14 Hemlock Cir,
Babbitt, MN 55706
10,000 Homes LLC
0.25 ACRES
$160,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,168 sqft
44 Locust Dr,
Babbitt, MN 55706
Connie Coughlin, Bear Island Realty LLC
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
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Ely, MN 55731

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