838 Charles Ave
Duluth, MN 55807
Cody- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,137 sqft
$228,000
Last Sold: May 5, 2026
1% over list $225K
$201/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,427/mo*
$228,000
Last Sold: May 5, 2026
1% over list $225K
$201/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,427/mo*
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,137 sqft
Local Information
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Description
Why pay rent when you can own! This home qualifies for Minnesota Housing Finance Agency down payment assistance to qualified buyers. Open House Tuesday March 31 from 4:30-5:30 2 Bedroom, (lower level non conforming egress) 1 full bath and 2 car This beautifully refreshed home offers an ideal blend of comfort, privacy, and access to Duluth’s premier outdoor lifestyle. Thoughtfully updated, the home features fresh paint, new plush bedroom carpeting, and tasteful kitchen improvements including a new refrigerator, sink & faucet. Stainless Steel gas stove and microwave. Roof was new is 2020 and furnace 2017. A charming drop-down dining table enhances the efficient kitchen layout while maintaining warmth and character. The home lives larger than expected with sun-filled porch spaces and inviting decks that seamlessly extend living and entertaining outdoors — perfect for morning coffee, evening relaxation, or hosting guests. The lower-level den or office provides flexible living potential, easily adaptable into a second bedroom with future egress installation. Space for a gaming room, home workout or recreation area. A spacious 22 x 22 two-stall garage adds year-round convenience and storage, built in 1975 and is great for our winters. Nestled on a quiet non-through street below iconic Skyline Parkway, this location offers exceptional privacy with immediate access to recreation. Trails begin at the end of the road, with nearby connections to the Superior Hiking Trail, Haines Road Trailhead, and Lollygagger Path. A neighborhood park is just a short walk away. Enjoy the rare combination access to recreational areas close by and city convenience, located only 15 minutes from UMD, the Miller Hill shopping and airport district, Spirit Mountain skiing and biking, Co-op Foods, and Super One. Remarkably affordable ownership: • Property taxes approx. $1,878/year • Average utilities: MN Power $50/mo | Water $49/mo | Sewer $49/mo | Natural Gas $34/mo • Window air conditioning An exceptional opportunity to enjoy refined simplicity, natural beauty, and effortless living. Call today to set up your showing
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. This description is from May 06, 2026
Home Highlights
Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$201/sqft
Listed
89 days ago
Home Details for 838 Charles Ave
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Interior Details Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Family/Rec Room,Utility Room,Washer Hook-Ups,Dryer Hook-UpsNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 2Main Level Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1137 Square FeetFoundation Area: 572 |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural GasHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: Minnesota Power |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Number of Stories: 1 |
View No View |
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Exterior Home Features Foundation: Concrete Perimeter |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached,Electrical Service |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer, Compost |
Finished Area Finished Area (above surface): 1017 Square FeetFinished Area (below surface): 120 Square Feet |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 21 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1925 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional |
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl, Frame/Wood |
Property Information Condition: Previously OwnedParcel Number: 010084001010 |
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Price List Price: $225,000Price Per Sqft: $201/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Apr 03 2026 |
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MLS Status: SOLD |
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Direction & Address City: Duluth |
School Information High School District: Duluth #709 |
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No HOA |
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Lot Area: 4791.6 sqft |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, MHFA/WHEDA, VA Loan |
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BasementMls Number: 6124033Attribution Contact: ***Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1017 |
Last check for updates: 39 minutes ago
Listed by Tracey Tellor, (218) 390-3851
Tellor Realty LLC
Bought with: Tommy Archer, (218) 393-5995, Coldwell Banker Realty - Duluth
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6124033

Price History for 838 Charles Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 05/05/2026 | $228,000 | Sold | Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6124033 |
| 04/04/2026 | $225,000 | Pending | Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6124033 |
| 03/29/2026 | $225,000 | PriceChange | Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6124033 |
| 03/14/2026 | $230,000 | Listed For Sale | Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6124033 |
| 10/13/2023 | $170,000 | Sold | Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #6110279 |
| 11/01/2017 | $94,500 | Sold | N/A |
| 10/02/2017 | $97,500 | Pending | Agent Provided |
| 09/19/2017 | $97,500 | PriceChange | Agent Provided |
| 08/05/2017 | $99,900 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 02/26/2012 | $111,500 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 09/17/2011 | $111,500 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 01/29/2011 | $114,500 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 02/10/2010 | $114,500 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
| 07/09/2008 | $108,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 06/01/2005 | $107,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 05/28/2004 | $80,500 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Duluth
Last updated April 2026
Avg. sale price
$272K $9.08KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.2%
Price per sq ft
$183 $1MoM
Available listings
183 46MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2024 |
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| Tax | $1,798 |
| Assessment | $163,800 |
Home facts updated by county records
Homeowner tools
Estimated monthly rent$1,799/mo
Comparable Sales for 838 Charles Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.10 | Single-Family Home | $192,500 | 06/17/25 | 2 | 1 | 748 | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $115,000 | 01/21/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,290 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $180,000 | 03/30/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,209 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $242,500 | 11/13/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,325 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $245,000 | 01/16/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,312 | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $155,000 | 09/26/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,408 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $209,000 | 08/07/25 | 2 | 1 | 936 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $245,315 | 08/28/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,033 | |
0.36 | Single-Family Home | $233,000 | 07/01/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,144 |
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What Locals Say about Cody
At least 6 Trulia users voted on each feature.
100 % Say parking is easy
92 % Say there are sidewalks
91 % Say it's dog friendly
89 % Say yards are well-kept
80 % Say car is needed
78 % Say there's wildlife
67 % Say kids play outside
62 % Say neighbors are friendly
57 % Say it's quiet
55 % Say there's holiday spirit
50 % Say people would walk alone at night
46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
40 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
33 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
17 % Say streets are well-lit
17 % Say there are community events
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838 Charles Ave, Duluth, MN 55807 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,137 sqft single-family home built in 1925. 838 Charles Ave is located in Cody, Duluth. This property is not currently available for sale. 838 Charles Ave was last sold on May 5, 2026 for $228,000 (1% higher than the asking price of $225,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 838 Charles Ave is $229,100.

