5427 McDonnell Rd, Duluth, MN 55804
OFF MARKET

5427 McDonnell Rd
Duluth, MN 55804

  • 3 Beds
  • 4 Baths
  • 2,500 sqft (on 2 acres)

$1,003,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,935/mo*
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$1,003,800

Trulia Estimate
as of May 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,935/mo*
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3 Beds
4 Baths
2,500 sqft
(on 2 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Situated literally on the bank of the Talmadge River with a deck overlooking the flowing water below, this stunning lodge home built in 1915 and extensively remodeled in 2000 is a one-in-a-million property. Featuring giant timbers, natural wood ceilings, maple floors, a handsome stone fireplace, all new windows, granite counters, and decks and pavers around the entire exterior, this 3 bdrm, 3.5 bath home also boasts a spacious master suite with sitting room & large tiled shower in the bath, and a lower level family room. The expansive 3 car garage is attached to a 2 story storage space with sauna, too. Sitting on 7.5 acres at the end of the McDonnell Rd, the home affords incredible serenity and privacy--akin to a jewel that is could be passed down from generation to generation.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
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Home Details for 5427 McDonnell Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.7000000476837158
Interior Details
Additional StorageStorage
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915Year Updated: 1983
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Log Cabin/Rustic

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
DeckExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.00 acres

Price History for 5427 McDonnell Rd

DatePriceEventSource
03/06/2009$626,000Sold
Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #144438
01/18/2009$639,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
05/04/2007$600,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$7,078
Assessment$610,800
Home facts updated by county records

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5290 Lakewood Rd, Duluth, MN
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1,096
5346 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN
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$409,000
07/08/25
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2,280
5531 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN
1.57
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2
2,383
2871 Lakewood Junction Rd, Duluth, MN
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$350,000
07/25/25
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2,600
5102 McDonnell Rd, Duluth, MN
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$400,000
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4
2
1,695
5483 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN
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$295,000
03/13/26
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2
1,668
2814 Roberg Rd, Duluth, MN
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$459,500
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2
2,160
5676 McQuade Rd, Duluth, MN
2.08
Single-Family Home
$565,000
09/09/25
3
2
2,372
2863 Lakewood Junction Rd, Duluth, MN
1.95
Single-Family Home
$350,000
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1,384

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What Locals Say about Duluth

At least 617 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say there's wildlife

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 52 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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  • Cgarner
    "The Lakewalk, the people are friendly. Good amount of green space to take your dogs. Duluth is dog friendly."
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  • Jennylovesbb
    "People of all ages live here. Also wealthy people and low income people live here. I would love to see it more diverse though"
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  • Brad Edgerton
    "Natural beauty. Lake Superior. Safe streets. Great hiking, biking trails, many good restaurants. Easy to travel From/to here"
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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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  • LincolnParker3910
    "Lots of families around. The playground at Lincoln Park is full of kids and families from sun up to sun down. I’d say every other house has a family in it. Lots of chalk drawings on the sidewalk. "
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  • Lisa Sturm
    "Lots of dog walking in Duluth. There are also dog parks. Trails to walk on, lakes to swim in. My neighborhood nearly every house has a dog."
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  • Stacy M.
    "Access to public transportation if needed, feels a lot more like a neighborhood and not part of the larger city. Plenty of access to the lake, hiking and biking trails, parks. Excellent place to live regardless of what stage of life you are in. "
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  • dghergich
    "The sidewalks are well maintained and you will see people out walking dogs most times of the day. It is a friendly neighborhood where most people clean up after their pets and don’t leave messes. "
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  • Brad Edgerton
    "No schools. Kids will be bused across the bridge. It’s is a great place for kids with the public ice rink, tennis court, beach and bike lane on Minnesota for five Miles"
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  • Trulia User
    "Sketchy area. Be aware of your surroundings if you're there. There is a lot of crime, drugs and violence in this area. If you buy here please be very very careful. "
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  • Trulia User
    "UMD is just down the street. Many various sporting events, performing arts events and many more activities. "
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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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  • Trulia User
    "Not an objectively safe area to walk after dark due to the proximity of the Duluth bus station. Housing is nice."
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  • Trulia User
    "A very active, social bunch here on Park Point. It feels like island life, but in Minnesota! From the Park Point rummage, to the Art Fair to the 5K- there’s always something going on in the summer!"
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  • Trulia User
    "You do see people with dogs often. Some routes are steep though, and the winters are cold. There are parks in the city including a dog park."
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  • Trulia User
    "every one is nice and friendly I haven't had no issues the kids made lots of friends nice place for family "
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  • Trulia User
    "Very safe area. Family friendly, a lot of kids running around all the time and great nature around. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Live on a quiet dead end, have a wonderful view of the lake and aside from a few bumps, overall have had a pleasant neighbor experience. "
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  • Trulia User
    "No crime or anything bad has happened in the two years I have lived in the kenwood area. Everyone is nice and friendly. No complaints. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Access to public transit and easily get to anywhere in town by vehicle. I just moved here and it feels very well organized and snow is not a problem as the city handles everything very efficiently. "
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  • Trulia User
    "The Halloween trick or treating experience was picture perfect for our little ones. So many houses were decked out and giving out treats. It was also a very safe and walkable neighborhood to be out in the dark."
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  • Trulia User
    "There are a lot of dogs per Capita here. take that as you will. the lakewalk goes through lakeside which is prefect for walking dogs."
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  • Mel
    "We’ve lived in the neighborhood 10 years- it’s close to everything. Before having kids we would regularly walk to downtown and canal park. It’s also close to hiking and biking trails. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Dog owners would really like this neighborhood. There are a lot of areas here to walk a dog, and a lot of other dogs already here."
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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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  • Trulia User
    "Tons of trails. Lots of dog owners in the neighborhood. People love petting dogs they walk past. 2 Mile walk to the lake."
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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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  • Alison.zentz73
    "No longer commuting due to change to working at home full time. There is easy access to public transportation in this neighborhood if needed to get to work."
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  • Maddielozinski1
    "Easy access to public transportation, when no construction short commute to downtown and mall district and west Duluth"
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  • Alexa H.
    "The commute is very nice being that I am very close to Mesaba Ave. The hills and roads are very rough though and aren’t maintained in a good manner. "
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  • Alison.zentz73
    "We’ve lived here for over 18 years. We feel safe and have friendly neighbors. Good neighborhood to raise a family."
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  • Sbuscher
    "Everyone in the neighborhood is extremely nice and caring. Always checking in to make sure you’re doing alright. The lots are well maintained and it’s in the perfect area. The mall is a few minutes away and there is a qwik trip down the road plus more. "
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  • Kcmccc
    "The proximity to commercial businesses is challenging, but has its upsides. The proximity to the lakewalk is a plus. The streets are often quiet. Many of the neighbors are nice and welcoming. "
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  • Tim.Nelson1967
    "Lots of dog walkers. It’s a Quiet neighborhood that doesn’t appreciate barking or pooping in yards. "
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  • Fludbudd
    "It’s quiet slow pace most of the time. Petty crime mostly. Things like car windows broken. Garage trespassing petty theft in the area but it’s livable "
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  • Steinhilboscar
    "Spirit valley days not much more than that West Duluth has now turned into a very rough end of town most people don’t go out after dark if they’re even elderly or older."
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  • Dan K.
    "Small town feel in the northeast corner of Duluth. All the neighbors wave and help out with snow removal for each other. A great place to live. "
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  • Jama P.
    "Looking to move here from Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Love Lake Superior and all the beautiful views. Going to be taking care of my mom, who is a stroke victim. Duluth has always been a favorite of mine. As kids my brothers and I had gone to Duluth for school shopping, clothes. I love the weather here as well."
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  • Robert K.
    "Waking distance to Denfeld HS is a big plus. I grew up in this neighborhood and it’s still a great place to live- very “neighborhoody” Every one is very friendly and helpful. West Duluth and the West End have made a big comeback. "
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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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5427 McDonnell Rd, Duluth, MN 55804 is a 3 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,500 sqft single-family home built in 1915. This property is not currently available for sale. 5427 McDonnell Rd was last sold on Mar 6, 2009 for $626,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 5427 McDonnell Rd is $1,003,800.