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As of early 2026, 86% of users say it's quiet

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FOR SALE

4996 Big Lake Rd
Ely, MN 55731

2 Beds
1 Bath
400 sqft

$219,000

Est. Mortgage $1,601/mo*

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$219,000

Est. Mortgage $1,601/mo*

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2 Beds

1 Bath

400 sqft

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Description

Big Lake Common Interest Community, investment property. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath cabin features an open living, kitchen and dining area with 2 adjacent bedrooms and a ¾ bath. Deck overlooking the lake. Big Lake is a recreational development lake, 1900 acres with a maximum depth of 22 ft. Excellent fishing. For your private use and enjoyment and also requires rentals. Owner can use for 2 specific dates of their choice. Rentals managed by an on-site well established management company. General maintenance taken care of as part of the income split. Includes a newer pontoon boat for you and renters to use. The cabin is completely furnished and well cared for.

Home Highlights

Parking

None

Outdoor

Deck

A/C

Heating only

HOA

$250/Monthly

Price/Sqft

$548

Listed

21 days ago

Home Details for 4996 Big Lake Rd

Interior Features
Interior Details Basement: N/ANumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Living Room
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 400 Square FeetFoundation Area: 396
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Water Heater-Gas, Microwave, Range, RefrigeratorMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling Heating: PropaneNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Propane
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace
Gas & Electric Electric: Other
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Vinyl Windows
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Number of Stories: 1
View Has a ViewView: Inland Lake, Panoramic

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalPatio / Porch: DeckExterior: Dock
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: None
Frontage WaterfrontWaterfront: Inland Lake, Waterfront Access(Private), Shoreline Characteristics(Rocky, Elevation-Medium)Road Frontage: Private RoadOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer Sewer: Shared SepticWater Body: Big Lake
Farm & Range Frontage Length: 1500
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 400 Square Feet

Days on Market
Cumulative Days on Market: 1Days on Market: 21

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Rustic
Building Construction Materials: Wood, Frame/Wood
Property Information Condition: Previously OwnedParcel Number: 629003200040

Price & Status
Price List Price: $219,000Price Per Sqft: $548
Status Change & Dates Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status
MLS Status: ACTIVE

Location
Direction & Address City: Ely
School Information High School District: St. Louis County #2142

Agent Information
Listing Agent Listing ID: 6124548

HOA
HOA Fee Includes: Dock Maintenance, Shared AmenitiesHas an HOAHOA Fee: $3,000/Annually

Lot Information
Lot Area: 7840.8 sqft

Offer
Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Miscellaneous
Mls Number: 6124548Water ViewWater View: LakeAttribution Contact: ***Above Grade Unfinished Area: 400

Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago

Listing courtesy of Lisa Poppenhagen, (218) 235-7836

Ely Realty

Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6124548

Also Listed on Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID, Range AOR, Range AOR.

Price History for 4996 Big Lake Rd

Date	Price	Event	Source
05/07/2026	$222,500	PriceChange	Range AOR #149778
Price Change $3,500 (2%)
04/17/2026	$219,000	Listed For Sale	Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6124548

11/07/2025	$205,000	ListingRemoved	Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6119179

09/19/2025	$205,000	PriceChange	Range AOR #148282
Price Change $17,000 (-8%)
07/05/2025	$222,000	PriceChange	Range AOR #148282
Price Change $10,000 (-4%)
05/08/2025	$232,000	Listed For Sale	Range AOR #148282

04/01/2022	$200,000	Sold	Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6099682
Recording Date 04/01/2022 County Transfer Tax N/A Total Transfer Tax N/A
02/21/2022	$219,000	Pending	Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6099682

12/12/2012	$198,000	ListingRemoved	Agent Provided

03/06/2012	$198,000	Listed For Sale	Agent Provided

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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 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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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.
Resident
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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Lisa Poppenhagen, Ely Realty

Agent Phone: (218) 235-7836

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-05-09 02:37:19 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

4996 Big Lake Rd, Ely, MN 55731 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 400 sqft single-family home built in 1950. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID on Apr 17, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 6124548.

4996 Big Lake Rd
Ely, MN 55731

$219,000

$219,000

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