518 Sparrow Ln, Ely, MN 55731
FOR SALE
FOR SALE BY OWNER
2.4 ACRES

518 Sparrow Ln
Ely, MN 55731

  • 1 Bed
  • 650 sqft (on 2.40 acres)

$449,000

Original price: $489,000
Est. Mortgage $2,741/mo*
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$449,000

Original price: $489,000
Est. Mortgage $2,741/mo*
Get Pre-Qualified
1 Bed
650 sqft
(on 2.40 acres)

Local Information

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Description

1920's log cabin on Fall Lake. 2.23 surveyed acres with 300 feet of shoreline. West facing point with natural sand beach. Sauna building and square log shed. 10 minutes from Ely on the Fernberg Trail road. New driveway from a well maintained, year round private road. Fall Lake is a boundary waters lake and property is a mile from entering BWCA. The log cabin is used as summer retreat but can support cooler weather because of its 60 amp electric service and composting toilet. The property will support new construction with a well and new septic system. All inquiries must be made thru the e-mail system.

Open House

Wednesday, June 03
1:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Home Highlights

Parking
No Info
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$691
Listed
92 days ago

Home Details for 518 Sparrow Ln

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, ElectricHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Softwood, Linoleum Vinyl
Interior Details
Additional StorageIn-law unitNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Family RoomStorage
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Wood

Days on Market

Days on Market: 92 days on Trulia

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $691

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.40 acres

Building

Pool
Sauna

Price History for 518 Sparrow Ln

DatePriceEventSource
05/21/2026$449,000PriceChange
N/A
04/19/2026$489,000Listed For SaleN/A
04/03/2026ListingRemovedN/A
03/06/2026$484,500PriceChange
N/A
02/18/2026$479,000Listed For SaleN/A
12/02/2025ListingRemovedN/A
11/22/2025$479,000PriceChange
N/A
11/12/2025$474,000PriceChange
N/A
11/02/2025$469,000PriceChange
N/A
10/02/2025$459,000Listed For SaleN/A
09/12/2025$450,000ListingRemovedNorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6746790
06/30/2025$450,000Listed For SaleRange AOR #148627
08/02/2024ListingRemovedN/A
05/04/2024$399,999Listed For SaleN/A
08/18/2023ListingRemovedRange AOR #144049
08/18/2022$473,716Listed For SaleRange AOR #144049
08/01/2022ListingRemovedLake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6098432
03/28/2022$524,500PendingToActiveRange AOR #141916
03/15/2022$524,500PendingLake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6098432
03/15/2022$524,500ContingentRange AOR #141916
07/17/2021$524,500Listed For SaleLake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6098432

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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,121
Assessment$310,600
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Ely

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  • 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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518 Sparrow Ln, Ely, MN 55731 is a 1 bedroom, 650 sqft single-family home built in 1925. This property is currently available for sale and was listed on Feb 18, 2026.