$312,000
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 672 sqft (on 0.93 acres)
8334 Bear Rd, Babbitt, MN 55706
Est. Refi. Payment $1,965/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold May 9, 2024 for $279,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$312KSince last month
Decreased$3K (-0.9%)Since last year
Increased$4K (+1.4%)Since last sale
Increased$34K (+12.3%)Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.
Trulia Estimate
The of this home's value increased by +41% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $313K |
| August 2026 | $312K |
| July 2026 | $316K |
| June 2026 | $316K |
| May 2026 | $312K |
| April 2026 | $309K |
| March 2026 | $306K |
| February 2026 | $302K |
| January 2026 | $297K |
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Comparable sales
These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.93 | Single-Family Home | $187,000 | 07/28/26 | 2 | 1 | 656 | |
0.95 | Single-Family Home | $192,500 | 07/01/26 | 1 | 1 | 1,008 | |
1.77 | Single-Family Home | $160,000 | 11/03/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,120 | |
1.98 | Single-Family Home | $108,000 | 06/22/26 | 2 | 1.5 | 768 | |
1.88 | Single-Family Home | $171,500 | 08/28/26 | 2 | 2 | 1,920 | |
1.80 | Single-Family Home | $169,500 | 04/15/26 | 2 | 2 | 2,720 | |
1.94 | Single-Family Home | $230,000 | 07/30/26 | 2 | 2 | 2,039 | |
1.81 | Single-Family Home | $122,500 | 10/03/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,920 |
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 |
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0.28 | $234,800 | 1 | 1 | 597 | Off Market | |
0.51 | $261,100 | 2 | 1 | 960 | Off Market | |
0.51 | - | - | - | - | Off Market | |
0.75 | $468,200 | 4 | 2 | 2,080 | Off Market | |
0.93 | $187,000 | 2 | 1 | 656 | Recently Sold | |
0.95 | $192,500 | 1 | 1 | 1,008 | Recently Sold | |
0.96 | $241,000 | 2 | 0.5 | 534 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1945
0.93 acre lot
672 sqft
$464/sqft
About this House
Exceptional top quality three season Birch Lake cabin located approximately 1 mile from Babbitt on a phenomenal parcel. Property also includes a 2nd multi-use cabin. Both cabins are nestled onto the hillside amidst towering red and white pines, and have panoramic big water views of Birch Lake! At nearly 20 miles long, Birch lake is the longest lake in the entire Ely-Babbitt area, has fantastic fishing, and is bordered largely by federal land. The parcel consists of .93 acres of leased USDA Forest Service land. The main cabin boasts two bedrooms, one bathroom, a combined kitchen and dining area, and a cozy living room with a wood burning fireplace and large windows affording you great lake views. Don’t forget a screened porch also with views of the lake! The cabin comes fully-furnished with quality furnishings such as Lazy Boy recliners, beds, a dining table, kitchen appliances, and much more. You will enjoy the Marvin windows, beautiful wood laminate floors, and vaulted cedar tongue and groove ceilings! The bonus multi-use building includes a rec area, laundry room, bathroom with shower, as well as a fully equipped workshop. Both buildings have electric baseboard heating and 20-gallon water heaters. The lake water system utilizes a Seagull water purifier. Stay connected with fiber optic high speed internet and Wi-Fi. Great place to work on line from the lake!! Included with the sale is a newly acquired 52' Floe dock and 3600# boat lift with 24' canopy, an electric log splitter, and Snapper battery powered lawn mower. This property is truly ready to step into with everything you need! There is also a convenient and fun paved bike trail to Babbitt and to the public beach and boat launch! This lease property is part of the “Recreation Residence Program” which was established by Congress in 1915 to facilitate recreation experiences in National Forests. This property is the perfect 3-season get-away location on the lake!
8334 Bear Rd, Babbitt, MN 55706 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 672 sqft single-family home built in 1945. It last sold for the $279,000 asking price on May 9, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $312,000, with a rent estimate of $1,266/month.
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Jeff Hway, (218) 349-0906
Bear Island Realty LLC
Zachary Hway, (651) 341-0383
Bear Island Realty LLC
Bought with: Jeff Hway, (218) 349-0906, Bear Island Realty LLC
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6112750

Home Details for 8334 Bear Rd
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Interior Details Basement: N/ANumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Other, Three Season Porch |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 672 Square FeetFoundation Area: 672 |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Fiber OpticAppliances: Water Filtration System, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDryerLaundry: Main Level,Dryer Hook-Ups,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Baseboard,Fireplace(s),WoodHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood BurningHas a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: Lake Country Power |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Wood Frames |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Number of Stories: 1 |
View Has a ViewView: Inland Lake, Panoramic |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Asphalt ShingleVegetation: Heavily WoodedOther Structures: Storage Shed, Workshop, Guest HouseExterior: DockFoundation: Wood |
Parking & Garage No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Gravel,None |
Frontage WaterfrontWaterfront: Inland Lake, Waterfront Access(Private), Shoreline Characteristics(Rocky)Road Frontage: Private Road, Forest ServiceOn Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Private SewerWater Body: Birch |
Farm & Range Frontage Length: 197 |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 672 Square Feet |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 2 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1945 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional |
Building Construction Materials: Wood, Frame/Wood |
Property Information Condition: Previously OwnedParcel Number: 610000009202 |
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Price List Price: $279,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Mar 22 2024Possession Timing: Immediate |
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MLS Status: SOLD |
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Direction & Address City: Babbitt |
School Information High School District: St. Louis County #2142 |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 0.93 acres |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional |
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Land Lease Amt: $3,704 |
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Mls Number: 6112750Water ViewWater View: LakeAttribution Contact: ***Above Grade Unfinished Area: 672 |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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May 9, 2024 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6112750 | Sold | $279,000 |
Mar 22, 2024 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6112750 | Pending | $279,000 |
Mar 20, 2024 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6112750 | Listed For Sale | $279,000 |
May 26, 2023 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6107874 | Sold | $260,000 |
May 9, 2023 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6107874 | Pending | $259,000 |
May 5, 2023 Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6107874 | Listed For Sale | $259,000 |
Aug 7, 2020 Source: N/A | Sold | $200,000 |
Jul 2, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $229,000 |
Apr 15, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $229,000 |
Market trends in Babbitt
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What Locals Say about Babbitt
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100 % Say parking is easy
100 % Say yards are well-kept
86 % Say car is needed
86 % Say it's dog friendly
86 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
83 % Say there's wildlife
80 % Say people would walk alone at night
75 % Say there are sidewalks
67 % Say streets are well-lit
63 % Say there's holiday spirit
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
50 % Say it's quiet
50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
29 % Say kids play outside
25 % Say there are community events
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Frequently asked questions about 8334 Bear Rd
- What is 8334 Bear Rd estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 8334 Bear Rd in Babbitt, MN is $312,000.
- What is the price history for 8334 Bear Rd?8334 Bear Rd in Babbitt, MN last sold for $279,000 in May 2024.
- Is Babbitt a buyer's or seller's market?Babbitt is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What are the closest schools to 8334 Bear Rd?The closest schools to 8334 Bear Rd in Babbitt, MN are Babbitt Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 5/10), Northeast Range Secondary (Middle/High, rated 6/10).
- Does 8334 Bear Rd have air conditioning?Yes, 8334 Bear Rd in Babbitt, MN has air conditioning.
- Does 8334 Bear Rd have laundry facilities?Yes, 8334 Bear Rd in Babbitt, MN has in-unit laundry.

