521 N 12 1/2 Ave E, Duluth, MN 55805
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521 N 12 1/2 Ave E
Duluth, MN 55805

East Hillside
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 840 sqft

$181,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,138/mo*
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$181,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 7, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,138/mo*
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3 Beds
1 Bath
840 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Completely remodeled single family home
Lease available starting June 1, 2022 (a longer lease is a possibility)
3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom ($500 per room)
Rooms include: front entry, living room, kitchen, 3 bedrooms on main floor, bathroom, back entryway/porch, full basement (washer/dryer included), and small 1 stall attached garage
Located on a quiet half street with no traffic, 1 block from Chester creek
On street parking in front and with additional space in the back of house to park
New carpeting, tile flooring, and refinished hardwood floors
Spacious eat in kitchen with peninsula seating with new kitchen cabinets, countertops, sink, garbage disposal, and fridge.
Lots of natural light
New high efficiency furnace and hot water heater

Tenants are responsible to pay for utilities
Landlord pays for garbage
No pets allowed
Must pass background check, No past eviction history, Minimum credit score of 650, Income of 3x monthly rent (parents of tenants can co-sign), Requirements must be met for all rental applicants
Deposit of $1,500
521 N 12 1/2 Ave E, Duluth, MN 55805 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 840 sqft single-family home in East Hillside, built in 1903. It last sold for $55,555 on May 17, 2019. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $181,100, with a rent estimate of $1,607/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 521 N 12 1/2 Ave E

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1903
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Metal
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached, Off Street

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2178 sqft

Price History for 521 N 12 1/2 Ave E

DatePriceEventSource
05/17/2019$55,555Sold
Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6082040
09/11/2018$50,400Sold
N/A
08/29/2013$92,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
05/30/2013$92,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/11/2006$92,900Sold
N/A

Market trends in Duluth

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$282K
$4.21KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.4%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$189
$7MoM
Available listings
254
71MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$2,228
Assessment$180,200
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 521 N 12 1/2 Ave E

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Distance
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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
510 N 12th Ave E, Duluth, MN
0.02
Single-Family Home
$115,200
11/24/25
3
1
1,120
830 N 9th Ave E, Duluth, MN
0.36
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$165,000
10/20/25
3
1
1,218
1208 E 9th St, Duluth, MN
0.22
Single-Family Home
$170,000
10/17/25
3
1
1,186
1327 E 9th St, Duluth, MN
0.27
Single-Family Home
$170,000
09/11/25
3
1.5
942
901 E 9th St, Duluth, MN
0.38
Single-Family Home
$216,000
11/17/25
3
1
1,242
1317 E 9th St, Duluth, MN
0.27
Single-Family Home
$205,000
12/16/25
3
1
1,237
619 N 6th Ave E, Duluth, MN
0.58
Single-Family Home
$127,300
01/07/26
3
1
936
612 E 8th St, Duluth, MN
0.55
Single-Family Home
$115,000
10/29/25
3
1
1,143
117 Parkland Ave, Duluth, MN
0.45
Single-Family Home
$254,108
11/04/25
3
1
1,070
710 E 6th St, Duluth, MN
0.45
Single-Family Home
$115,000
11/25/25
2
1
1,106

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

East Hillside
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What Locals Say about East Hillside

At least 68 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 77 % Say there's wildlife

  • 70 % Say car is needed

  • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 65 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 58 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 56 % Say parking is easy

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 44 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 38 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 27 % Say there are community events

  • 26 % Say it's quiet

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  • dghergich
    "The main streets near my neighborhood are always plowed by around 10 am but the side streets and ally ways can sometimes not be plowed until a few days into the snow storm "
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  • Trulia User
    "Walking distance to downtown and hospital. Sidewalk being upgraded is a plus. Several restaurants and Whole Foods within a few blocks"
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  • Pinktransam
    "Lots of crime. Hypodermic needles thrown in front yard as well as empty alcohol bottles. Cars been broken into more times than I can count. Gas station is frequently robbed. Can’t walk dogs as there are many dogs in the neighborhood that aren’t in a fence or leash. "
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  • Sobaka
    "It's quiet, family friendly, and dog friendly. Many good walking opportunities including the Chester Creek trails. Good food options and not too far from the grocery store."
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  • Emily.hush
    "it can be hard walking your dog with all of the hills but it's great exercise and it's a pretty dog friendly neighborhood with different parks to go to "
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  • Erin W.
    "This is an area that you have easy access to buses and taxis. There’s a grocery store in walking distance too!"
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  • Tal L.
    "Dogs bark all the time. But there are trails right down the road where owners will hike with their dogs a lot, or just around the neighborhood."
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  • Jane.hovland
    "I don’t commute, but I am within 10 minutes of important places—art district, colleges, downtown, and stores."
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  • Shryberg716
    "there are many students in this area. we have been robbed when we missed locking a window one night, we were in the house and it was very scary to realize. "
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  • Karin M.
    "I have lived here 2 years. Everyone is nice and friendly and willing to help their neighbors. The view of the lake is amazing."
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  • Mabelgalvin
    "There are walking trails and Lower Chester Park area for walking dogs. Most people pick up after their dogs."
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  • Randi
    "We have block parties every summer and other community events throughout the year. I enjoy going to the farmers market in the spring- fall as well. "
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  • Ms.msaiki
    "This neighborhood has access to public transport that taken me anywhere I need to go within the city. "
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  • Nzafft
    "Mix of homeowners and college rentals. Drug crime is encroaching. Hospital helicopter approach can be overhead."
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  • Jenandersen
    "Fantastic location. Walking distance to Chester Bowl. "
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