$405,900
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 864 sqft (on 40 acres)
3872 Mud Creek Rd, Ely, MN 55731
Est. Refi. Payment $2,511/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Jul 21, 2025 for $400,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$406KSince last month
Decreased$3K (-0.7%)Since last year
Increased$3K (+0.7%)Since last sale
Increased$6K (+1.5%)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 +162% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $406K |
| July 2026 | $409K |
| June 2026 | $416K |
| May 2026 | $412K |
| April 2026 | $426K |
| March 2026 | $423K |
| February 2026 | $416K |
| January 2026 | $419K |
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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 |
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1.97 | Single-Family Home | $250,000 | 07/24/26 | 2 | 1 | 720 | |
1.19 | Single-Family Home | $110,000 | 05/06/26 | 2 | - | 840 | |
1.88 | Single-Family Home | $798,500 | 06/10/26 | 2 | 2.5 | 1,774 | |
2.28 | Single-Family Home | $335,000 | 07/17/26 | 1 | 1 | 1,056 | |
2.30 | Single-Family Home | $780,000 | 08/12/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,916 | |
2.46 | Single-Family Home | $420,000 | 06/22/26 | 3 | 3 | 1,532 | |
2.40 | Single-Family Home | $260,000 | 07/08/26 | 1 | 1 | 694 | |
4.11 | Single-Family Home | $229,000 | 07/24/26 | 2 | - | 1,219 |
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 |
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0.20 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.32 | $158,900 | Studio | - | - | Off Market | |
0.47 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.75 | $589,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,188 | For Sale | |
1.19 | $110,000 | 2 | - | 840 | Recently Sold | |
1.31 | $369,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,450 | For Sale | |
1.44 | $153,600 | 1 | - | 440 | Off Market | |
1.51 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
1.52 | - | - | - | - | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
2006
Lot Size
40 acres
Living Area
864 sqft
Price/Sqft
$470
Parking
Open Parking
About this House
Experience true Northwoods living at Ely Log Cabin, a hand-built log home set on 40 private acres just 15 minutes from downtown Ely and nearby 2 Minnesota state parks. This 864 sq ft off-grid cabin offers modern comforts including a 3/4 indoor bathroom with a flushing toilet and shower (full well and septic), solar power, and WiFi — a rare find for an off-grid property. The main cabin features vaulted ceilings, a Jøtul gas fireplace, an efficient kitchen setup with propane cooktop and fridge, and a sleeping loft with two queen beds overlooking the forest valley. A second structure, the Dovetail Cabin, offers additional sleeping space or studio potential, with its own road access and outhouse. Enjoy peaceful forest views, bird sounds, and miles of private hiking trails right on the property. This is a true retreat surrounded by nature, with easy access to nearby lakes and outdoor recreation. Wolves have been heard howling and grouse, deer, and even bear sightings aren’t uncommon on this incredible land with huge cliff faces and a creek right on the 40 acres.
3872 Mud Creek Rd, Ely, MN 55731 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 864 sqft single-family home built in 2006. It last sold for $400,000 on Jul 21, 2025 (4% above the $384,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $405,900, with a rent estimate of $1,439/month.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Mark Larson, (218) 365-3451
Wildwoods Land Company
Bought with: Nonmember NONMEMBER, Nonmember Office
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6119178

Home Details for 3872 Mud Creek Rd
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Interior Details Basement: N/ANumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Great Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 864 Square FeetFoundation Area: 576 |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Fiber OpticAppliances: Water Heater-Gas, Water Heater-Tankless, Cooktop, RefrigeratorRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Radiant,PropaneNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Radiant |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Free StandingHas a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: None |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Double Glazed |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Number of Stories: 1Accessibility: Accessible Doors, Grip-Accessible Features |
View Has a ViewView: Valley, Panoramic |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: Deck, PatioVegetation: Heavily WoodedWooded Area Size: 1698840Other Structures: Bunkhouse, Other |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Off Street,Gravel,None |
Frontage Road Frontage: County RoadResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: UnimprovedNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Private Sewer, Mound Septic |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 864 Square Feet |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 11 |
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Year Built Year Built: 2006 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Log |
Building Construction Materials: Log, Log Home |
Property Information Parcel Number: 317001001740 |
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Price List Price: $384,900 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue May 20 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Subject To Tenant Rights |
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MLS Status: SOLD |
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Direction & Address City: Ely |
School Information High School District: Ely #696 |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 40 Acres |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA |
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BasementMls Number: 6119178Attribution Contact: ***Above Grade Unfinished Area: 864 |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jul 21, 2025 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6119178 | Sold | $400,000 |
Jun 18, 2025 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6119178 | Pending | $384,900 |
May 21, 2025 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6119178 | Contingent | $384,900 |
May 16, 2025 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6119178 | Listed For Sale | $384,900 |
Sep 9, 2020 Source: N/A | Sold | $125,000 |
Jan 24, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $149,500 |
Oct 24, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $149,500 |
Dec 30, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $149,500 |
Nov 5, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $149,500 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2024 | $1,322 | $118,200 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Ely
Last updated July 2026
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Available listings
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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
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Frequently asked questions about 3872 Mud Creek Rd
- What is 3872 Mud Creek Rd estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 3872 Mud Creek Rd in Ely, MN is $405,900.
- What is the price history for 3872 Mud Creek Rd?3872 Mud Creek Rd in Ely, MN last sold for $400,000 in July 2025.
- 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 3872 Mud Creek Rd?The lot at 3872 Mud Creek Rd in Ely, MN is about 40 acres.
- Does 3872 Mud Creek Rd have parking?Yes, 3872 Mud Creek Rd in Ely, MN has on-site parking.

