2928 Waters Is
Ely, MN 55731
6 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,146 sqft (on 20.90 acres)
6 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,146 sqft
(on 20.90 acres)
Local Information
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Description
There is no other property on iconic Burntside Lake like this one! Welcome to Aurora Waters, a one of a kind, landmark home on a spectacular island! This is a magical property: 5 hand crafted cabins and 4 exotic Yurts spread through an enchanted, open forest of 20.9 acres with 2,140 feet of sunny, southern facing shoreline. Towering Norway pines and high granite bluffs offer shimmering island studded views across the vast, main body of the lake to the legendary Boundary Waters Wilderness, world famous for canoe trips. Catch giant lake trout in the 120’ clear, spring fed depths in front of your dock, and sauna and swim under the shimmer of the Northern Lights. Bald eagles and deer abound. Loons call in the still twilight, and the stars are bright and close. Waters Island is the largest, most central island on Burntside and Aurora’s neighboring forest is held in a Land Trust. It’s the ultimate in seclusion and privacy, yet easily accessible via a nearby dock (included). There is a flat, spacious parking area with a level, hundred yard driveway to the Eastern Van Vac Road. Just seven paved miles to the charming frontier town of Ely with its cafes, restaurants, canoe outfitters and shopping. 40 minutes to the Hibbing Airport. Something like this will never come up for sale on Burntside again. Invest in a legacy property and a rare sanctuary in these turbulent times. Visit soon!
Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$1,142
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 2928 Waters Is
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Interior Details Basement: N/ANumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 6Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2146 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Water Heater-Electric, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Baseboard,Wood,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: Lake Country Power |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tiled Floors |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Number of Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood Floors, Tiled Floors |
View Has a ViewView: Inland Lake, Panoramic |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Asphalt ShinglePatio / Porch: DeckOther Structures: Gazebo, Sauna, Storage Shed, BunkhouseExterior: Dock, Rain GuttersFoundation: Rock |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Gravel,None |
Frontage WaterfrontWaterfront: Inland Lake, Waterfront Access(Private), Shoreline Characteristics(Rocky)On Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Private SewerWater Body: Burntside |
Farm & Range Frontage Length: 2140 |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 2146 Square Feet |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 440Days on Market: 180+ |
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Year Built Year Built: 1997 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: Wood, Frame/Wood |
Property Information Condition: Previously OwnedParcel Number: 465004003236, 03238 |
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Price List Price: $2,450,000Price Per Sqft: $1,142 |
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: ACTIVE |
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Direction & Address City: Ely |
School Information High School District: Ely #696 |
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Listing Agent Listing ID: 6114501 |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 20.9 Acres |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional |
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BasementMls Number: 6114501Water ViewWater View: LakeAttribution Contact: ***Above Grade Unfinished Area: 2146 |
Last check for updates: about 20 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Lisa Janisch, (218) 780-6644
Janisch Realty Inc.
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6114501
Price History for 2928 Waters Is
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 06/25/2024 | $2,450,000 | Listed For Sale | Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6114501 |
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $6,918 |
| Assessment | $977,300 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 2928 Waters Is
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2.11 | Single-Family Home | $665,000 | 01/30/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,296 | |
2.74 | Single-Family Home | $3,500,000 | 07/18/25 | 5 | 5 | 5,250 | |
2.64 | Single-Family Home | $900,000 | 04/01/26 | 3 | 2 | 2,706 | |
2.98 | Single-Family Home | $1,075,000 | 02/13/26 | 3 | 2 | 2,862 | |
4.08 | Single-Family Home | $510,000 | 10/06/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,581 | |
4.44 | Single-Family Home | $780,000 | 07/25/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,760 | |
3.73 | Single-Family Home | $149,500 | 07/18/25 | - | 192 |
Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 2928 Waters Is.
- Washington Elementary School
- PK-5
- Public
- 225 Students
5/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageExcellent 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 Review11y ago - Memorial Secondary
- 9-12
- Public
- 168 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageGreat school! 4 of my 5 children have attended these schools on and off since 2006 (we have homes in Ely and Mt. Olympus, UT.) The overall experience here has been equal to or better than any private or charter schools my children have attended. Thank you.Parent Review8y ago - Memorial Middle School
- 6-8
- Public
- 149 Students
6/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating Average
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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 it's walkable to grocery stores
75 % Say there are sidewalks
73 % Say streets are well-lit
72 % Say neighbors are friendly
45 % Say there are community events
36 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
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Agent Phone: (218) 780-6644
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2928 Waters Is, Ely, MN 55731 is a 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,146 sqft single-family home built in 1997. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID on Jun 25, 2024. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 6114501.