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 the price history for 3085 Van Vac Rd?

3085 Van Vac Rd in Ely, MN last sold for $755,000 in August 2013.

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 .

What are the closest schools to 3085 Van Vac Rd?

The closest schools to 3085 Van Vac Rd in Ely, MN are Memorial Middle School (rated 7/10), Memorial Secondary (High, rated 9/10), Washington Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10).

Does 3085 Van Vac Rd have air conditioning?

Yes, 3085 Van Vac Rd in Ely, MN has air conditioning.

OFF MARKET

$755,000

Last sold price

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,290 sqft (on 1 acre)

3085 Van Vac Rd, Ely, MN 55731

Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 22, 2013 for $755,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
2375 Visti Point Rd, Ely, MN	1.13	Single-Family Home	$900,000	04/24/26	3	2	1,488
2375 Viste Point Rd, Ely, MN	1.13	Single-Family Home	$900,000	04/01/26	3	2	2,706
3297 NW Burntside Lake, Ely, MN	1.51	Single-Family Home	$615,000	09/18/26	1	1	800
2796 Clayton Rd, Ely, MN	3.07	Single-Family Home	$665,000	01/30/26	3	2	1,296
2102 Twin Lakes Rd, Ely, MN	3.28	Single-Family Home	$109,864	12/29/25	3	2	2,172
1859 Bobence Rd, Ely, MN	4.20	Single-Family Home	$420,000	06/22/26	3	3	1,532
2445 Reed Rd, Ely, MN	3.79	Single-Family Home	$770,000	09/25/26	4	3	4,872
2263 Longstorff Rd, Ely, MN	4.22	Single-Family Home	$510,000	10/06/25	3	2	1,581
3003 Burntside Ridge Rd, Ely, MN	4.63	Single-Family Home	$850,000	09/25/26	3	1	1,560
3009 Burntside Ridge Rd, Ely, MN	4.66	Single-Family Home	$729,000	09/18/26	2	1	773

Nearby home prices

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Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
Parcel A Van Vac Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.16	-	-	-	-	Off Market
3055 Van Vac Rd, Ely, MN 55731	0.24	$799,000	2	2	2,688	For Sale
TBD Burntside Lake Island, Ely, MN 55731	0.92	-	-	-	-	Off Market
2969 Van Vac Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.03	-	-	-	-	Off Market
2375 Viste Point Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.13	$900,000	3	2	2,706	Recently Sold
TBD Burntside Lake Island, Ely, MN 55731	1.22	$175,000	-	-	-	Recently Sold
3231 Wolf Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.22	$3,590,000	5	5	5,250	Off Market
xxx Wolf Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.23	-	-	-	-	Off Market
- BURNTSIDE LAKE, Ely, MN 55731	1.31	-	-	-	-	Off Market
XXX Wolf Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.33	-	-	-	-	Off Market
TBD Wolf Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.40	-	-	-	-	Off Market
xxx Wolf Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731	1.41	-	-	-	-	Off Market

Local Information

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Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Built in 1990

1 acre lot

1,290 sqft

Garage

About this House

null Brokered And Advertised By: Bear Island Land Co., Inc Listing Agent: Kate Davies

3085 Van Vac Rd, Ely, MN 55731 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,290 sqft unknown built in 1990. It last sold for $755,000 on Aug 22, 2013. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.

Home Details for 3085 Van Vac Rd

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Heating & Cooling Air ConditioningCooling System: Central

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1990
Property Type / Style Property Type: UnknownArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features DeckExterior: Stone, WoodFoundation Type: Slab
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached, Garage Detached

Community
Units in Building: 1

Lot Information
Lot Area: 1 acre

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Aug 22, 2013 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #2038422	Sold	$755,000
May 12, 2013 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$799,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$6,540	$774,800

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Market trends in Ely

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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
8y 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 3085 Van Vac Rd

What is the price history for 3085 Van Vac Rd?
3085 Van Vac Rd in Ely, MN last sold for $755,000 in August 2013.
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.
What are the closest schools to 3085 Van Vac Rd?
The closest schools to 3085 Van Vac Rd in Ely, MN are Memorial Middle School (rated 7/10), Memorial Secondary (High, rated 9/10), Washington Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 6/10).
Does 3085 Van Vac Rd have air conditioning?
Yes, 3085 Van Vac Rd in Ely, MN has air conditioning.

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Off Market Homes Near 3085 Van Vac Rd

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SOLD
SEP 25, 2026
$770,000
4 bd
3 ba
4,872 sqft
2445 Reed Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Lori Schulze, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
SOLD
SEP 18, 2026
$615,000
1 bd
1 ba
800 sqft
3297 NW Burntside Lake,
Ely, MN 55731
Lisa Janisch, Janisch Realty Inc.
SOLD
JUN 22, 2026
$420,000
3 bd
3 ba
1,532 sqft
1859 Bobence Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Anna Yahnke, Bear Island Realty LLC
SOLD
JUN 18, 2026
$175,000
TBD Burntside Lake Island,
Ely, MN 55731
Lori Schulze, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
SOLD
APR 24, 2026
$900,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,488 sqft
2375 Visti Point Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
SOLD
APR 1, 2026
$900,000
3 bd
2 ba
2,706 sqft
2375 Viste Point Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Riley Lind, eXp Realty, LLC- MN
SOLD
APR 1, 2026
$100,000
TBD Moose Creek Tr,
Ely, MN 55731
Patricia Bulinski, Bear Island Realty LLC
SOLD
JAN 30, 2026
$665,000
3 bd
2 ba
1,296 sqft
2796 Clayton Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Chris Eilrich, Wildwoods Land Company
SOLD
DEC 29, 2025
$109,864
3 bd
2 ba
2,172 sqft
2102 Twin Lakes Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
SOLD
DEC 15, 2025
$34,000
TBD Highway 169,
Ely, MN 55731
Lori Schulze, Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
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0.68 ACRES
$799,000
2 bd
2 ba
2,688 sqft
3055 Van Vac Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Jerry Fink, Canoe Capital Realty, LLC
15.6 ACRES
$1,585,000
6 bd
3.5 ba
2,146 sqft
X Waters Island,
Ely, MN 55731
Lisa Janisch, Janisch Realty Inc.
2.83 ACRES
$224,000
3 bd
1 ba
560 sqft
3297 Aspen Ln,
Ely, MN 55731
Jerry Fink, Canoe Capital Realty, LLC
20.9 ACRES
$2,450,000
6 bd
3.5 ba
2,146 sqft
2928 Waters Island,
Ely, MN 55731
Lisa Janisch, Janisch Realty Inc.
12.2 ACRES
$1,490,000
3 bd
1 ba
1,122 sqft
2763 Van Vac Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Andrea Zupancich, Z' Up North Realty
200 ACRES
$779,000
2 bd
1 ba
900 sqft
2538 Martilla Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Patricia Bulinski, Bear Island Realty LLC
0.44 ACRES
$799,000
2 bd
1 ba
988 sqft
2811 Schaeffer Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Jerry Fink, Canoe Capital Realty, LLC
1.95 ACRES
$529,000
2 bd
837 sqft
2854 Blueberry Island,
Ely, MN 55731
Patricia Bulinski, Bear Island Realty LLC
19.7 ACRES
$1,985,500
3 bd
3 ba
3,710 sqft
2713 Burntside Lake,
Ely, MN 55731
Lisa Janisch, Janisch Realty Inc.
1.3 ACRES
$749,000
1 bd
352 sqft
2815 Schaeffer Rd,
Ely, MN 55731
Jerry Fink, Canoe Capital Realty, LLC
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