5248 S Ely Island, Tower, MN 55790
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5.19 ACRES

$195,000

    5248 S Ely Island, Tower, MN 55790

    Est. Mortgage $1,305/mo*
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    Home Highlights

    Lot/Land
    5.19 acre lot

    Local Information

    • Map ViewExplore the area around 5248 S Ely Island.
    • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    About this House

    5.19 acres with an impressive 495’ of south-facing lakeshore offering excellent sun exposure and beautiful water views. This exceptional parcel features electricity on site, dock already in place, and a compliant outhouse. Minutes from the nearest public access, the property provides both privacy and convenience. A truly great building site with good elevation and scenic vistas — ideal for your future lake retreat.
    Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
    Listing courtesy of Barb Hegg, (218) 742-2369
    Vermilion Land Office, Inc
    Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6123691
    Also Listed on NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID, Range AOR, Range AOR.

    Home Details for 5248 S Ely Island

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Electricity Available
    Gas & Electric
    Electric: Lake Country PowerHas Electric on Property
    View
    Has a ViewView: Inland Lake, Bay

    Exterior Features

    Exterior Home Features
    Other Structures: Other
    Parking & Garage
    Parking: None
    Frontage
    WaterfrontWaterfront: Inland Lake, Waterfront Access(Private), Shoreline Characteristics(Undeveloped, Shore-Accessible)Road Frontage: NoneResponsible for Road Maintenance: NoneOn Waterfront
    Water & Sewer
    Water Body: Vermilion
    Farm & Range
    Frontage Length: 495

    Days on Market

    Cumulative Days on Market: 191Days on Market: 180+

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Property Information
    Condition: Raw LandParcel Number: 270002001360

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $195,000
    Status Change & Dates
    Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

    Active Status

    MLS Status: ACTIVE

    Media

    Location

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

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 6123691

    HOA

    No HOA

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 5.19 Acres

    Offer

    Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 6123691Water ViewWater View: Lake, BayAttribution Contact: ***

    Around this home

    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
      "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.
      "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.
      "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.
      "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
      "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.
      "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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    Market trends in Ely

    Last updated August 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
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    Sale-to-List Price
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    Price per sq ft
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    Available listings
    103
    5    MoM

    Home Value

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    Comparable sales

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    Address
    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    6 Lake Ave S, Tower, MN
    3.74
    Lot/Land
    $43,000
    08/28/26
    -
    -
    TBD Lake Vermilion North, Tower, MN
    4.53
    Lot/Land
    $115,000
    03/27/26
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    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
    5262 S Ely Island, Tower, MN 55790
    0.16
    $320,000
    2
    -
    624
    Recently Sold
    5322 S Ely Island, Tower, MN 55790
    0.33
    $194,200
    1
    -
    434
    Off Market
    5368 S Ely Island, Tower, MN 55790
    0.66
    $343,200
    2
    0.5
    862
    Off Market
    5372 S Ely Island, Tower, MN 55790
    0.67
    $210,000
    2
    -
    647
    Recently Sold
    5167 Lake Vermilion Island, Soudan, MN 55782
    0.80
    $536,400
    2
    -
    624
    Off Market
    5397 N Ely Island, Tower, MN 55790
    0.82
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    5228 Soderberg Ln, Tower, MN 55790
    0.93
    $1,319,500
    3
    2
    2,552
    Off Market
    TBD JB Island, Tower, MN 55790
    0.99
    -
    -
    -
    -
    Off Market
    5298 Long Island, Tower, MN 55790
    1.03
    $275,000
    2
    -
    426
    For Sale
    5441 N Ely Island, Tower, MN 55790
    1.07
    $359,000
    Studio
    -
    240
    For Sale

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Feb 16, 2026
    Source: Range AOR #149520
    		Listed For Sale
    $195,000

    LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

    Barb Hegg, Vermilion Land Office, Inc
    Agent Phone: (218) 742-2369
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    Frequently asked questions about 5248 S Ely Island

    • How big is 5248 S Ely Island?
      5248 S Ely Island in Tower, MN is about 5.2 acres.
    • What is the price per acre for 5248 S Ely Island?
      5248 S Ely Island in Tower, MN is listed at $195,000, or about $40K per acre.
    • What do residents say about Tower?
      Residents describe Tower, MN as easy to park in, quiet, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Tower, MN.
    • What are the closest schools to 5248 S Ely Island?
      The closest schools to 5248 S Ely Island in Tower, MN are Northeast Range Secondary (Middle/High, rated 6/10), Tower-Soudan Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10).
    5248 S Ely Island, Tower, MN 55790 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID on Feb 17, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 6123691.