909 E 5th St, Duluth, MN 55805
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OFF MARKET

909 E 5th St
Duluth, MN 55805

East Hillside
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 750 sqft
1 Bed
1 Bath
750 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Apartment
Living Area
750 sqft

About this House

Appealing, comfortable lower 1-bedroom unit recently remodeled, within a 1900 vintage Victorian duplex close to St. Lukes and Essentia in the East Hillside neighborhood of Duluth. Perfect location for employees of area hospitals and medical facilities. The inside is clean and fresh with a newly improved kitchen with new apartment-sized appliances. The living room and dining room have refinished maple floors and large windows for plenty of daylight and a view of Lake Superior. The bathroom has a clawfoot tub/shower. The bedroom hosts a built-in clothing storage and an ample clothes closet. This building is near Portland Square Park and sits across from the Portland Sport Court with a view of Lake Superior. Respectful, responsive landlords live on the upper level. Coin-operated laundry is available in the basement where there is also room for some limited storage. A shared carriage house in the backyard allows for secure storage of your canoe, kayak, bicycle, skis, snowshoes, snowboards, camping gear, etc. There is both on- and off-street parking, a bus stop within a block, proximity to UMD and St. Scholastica. Conveniently located within walking distance of the Whole Foods Co-op, Walgreens, CVS, SuperOne, Ace Hardware and Shanty Bottle Shop. Nearby restaurants include Uncle Louis Cafe, King of Creams, Sir Benedicts Tavern, Va Benes, Burrito Union, At Saras Table and many others. This unit is located close to Chester Creek with its awesome hiking trails. The unit is smoke free and pet free. Our residents have excellent credit, a clean background check, and solid rental history. Our student residents have a parent guarantee of rent. The landlords live in the upper unit.

Minimum of 30 days lease. Will lease for up to one year. All utilities are covered by the landlord. A $1200 security deposit is due upon signing.
909 E 5th St, Duluth, MN 55805 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 750 sqft apartment in East Hillside. More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2025 with an asking price of $1,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 19, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,334/month.

Home Details for 909 E 5th St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood
Room & Shared Space
Shared space is furnished

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 MonthAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Price History for 909 E 5th St

DatePriceEventSource
11/19/2025$1,200ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
11/11/2025$1,200Listed For RentZillow Rentals
01/27/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
11/20/2023$1,200Listed For RentZillow Rentals

Market trends in Duluth

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$292K
$10.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.6%MoM
Price per sq ft
$194
$7MoM
Available listings
256
2MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$2,660
Assessment$234,700
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 909 E 5th St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
617 E 8th St, Duluth, MN
0.33
Apartment
$270,000
08/27/25
1
1
-
1002 N 8th Ave E, Duluth, MN
0.35
Apartment
$105,000
02/26/26
4
2
960
1223 E 9th St, Duluth, MN
0.41
Apartment
$185,000
06/18/26
3
2
873
902 N 11th Ave E, Duluth, MN
0.32
-
-
-
-
1425 E 2nd St, Duluth, MN
0.49
Apartment
$422,000
01/28/26
4
2
1,288
201 S 21st Ave E, Duluth, MN
1.10
Apartment
$440,000
05/18/26
1
1
1,200
627 E Skyline Pkwy, Duluth, MN
0.63
Apartment
$85,000
08/20/25
5
2
1,344
1526 E 1st St, Duluth, MN
0.64
Apartment
$285,000
01/22/26
3
1,064
424 W 4th St, Duluth, MN
1.23
Apartment
$15,500
11/18/25
-
-
1515 Minnesota Ave, Duluth, MN
2.16
Single-Family Home
$735,000
12/12/25
4
3.5
2,316

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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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  • 4m8gxnd6w6
    "Walkable. ped and dog friendly! Large parks for letting your dog play and exercise. Chester creek is a great local trail system as well"
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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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Frequently asked questions about 909 E 5th St

  • Is Duluth a buyer's or seller's market?
    Duluth is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Duluth?
    The median sale price in Duluth is $292K. That is up $10.67K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about the East Hillside neighborhood?
    Residents describe the East Hillside neighborhood in Duluth, MN as dog-friendly, pedestrian-friendly, and walkable to restaurants. See recently sold homes in East Hillside, Duluth.
  • What are the closest schools to 909 E 5th St?
    The closest schools to 909 E 5th St in Duluth, MN are East Senior High School (rated 10/10), Myers-Wilkins Elementary (Pre-K, rated 2/10), Ordean East Middle School (rated 7/10).
  • Does 909 E 5th St have parking?
    Yes, 909 E 5th St in Duluth, MN has on-site parking.