Last Sold Price
2 beds1,260 sqft$520/sqft
13323 Villa Rd, Ely, MN 55731

Description

Stunning panoramic lake views enthrall you the moment you step foot into this historic lakeside cabin on Oppel’s Point – White Iron Lake, Ely MN. Summer retreat for the Oppel family, the original cabin was built in the 1930’s and later added on to in the 1960’s and was recently renovated with integrity and utmost attention to detail in order to restore all the original charm, while adding all the modern conveniences. Nestled into a pine-studded 1.3-acre lot at the end of the road, the parcel boasts...Stunning panoramic lake views enthrall you the moment you step foot into this historic lakeside cabin on Oppel’s Point – White Iron Lake, Ely MN. Summer retreat for the Oppel family, the original cabin was built in the 1930’s and later added on to in the 1960’s and was recently renovated with integrity and utmost attention to detail in order to restore all the original charm, while adding all the modern conveniences. Nestled into a pine-studded 1.3-acre lot at the end of the road, the parcel boasts 520 +/- feet of pristine level shoreline on White Iron’s most coveted peninsula. The 1200 + sq. ft. cabin features an ideal lake side wrap-around screen porch with original wood ceilings, screened patio entrance, 2 generous bedrooms, remodeled bath, main floor laundry, and large eat in kitchen – all with restored and new finishes. The center of this unique cabin features an open concept living / dining room with a modern rustic lodge feel providing an authentic Northwoods experience. Downstairs you will find the large walk-out basement with new LP furnace with central air, new electrical and plumbing, new water heater and filtration system. This private lake retreat offers all the peace, solitude, and beauty of the Northwoods yet is located only 10 minutes from Downtown Ely, MN. Water, electric and plumbing lines already installed for a future garage of your choice. White Iron Lake provides direct access to Garden and Farm Lakes and the Boundary Waters Canoe Area.
LISTING CLOSED: 01/07/2025 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Kate Davies • Bear Island Realty LLC
    P: (218) 343-9173 kate@bearislandrealty.com
  2. Listed by Anna Yahnke • Bear Island Realty LLC
    P: (218) 235-3547 ayahnke@bearislandrealty.com

Property Details for 13323 Villa Road

Status
MLS #
6115591
Days on Compass
88
Taxes
$3,761 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Detached
Year Built
1960
Lot Size
1.30 AC / 56,628 SF
Architectural Style
Ranch
View
Inland Lake, Panoramic
Waterfront Features
Inland Lake
Waterfront YN
Yes

Location

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Building Information for 13323 Villa Road

Stories1Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size1.30 AC / 56,628 SF

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Property Information for 13323 Villa Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Ely, travel east on Sheridan Street, continue east on Hwy 169 to Kawishiwi Trail. Turn right and follow to Villa Road. Turn right on Villa Road and follow to the address at the end of Villa Road.
  • Latitude: 48
  • Longitude: -92
  • Lake Chain: Yes
  • Road Between Waterfront And Home: No
  • Shoreline Characteristics: Gravel,Rocky,Sand
  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 520
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Road Frontage Type: Township
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Township: Fall Lake township (Lake County)
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Type: None
  • Parking Features: Gravel
School Information
  • High School District: Lake Superior #381
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Taxes With Assessments: 3846
  • Parcel Number: 28-6382-40150,40151,40160,40170,40180,43240,43250
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,761.00
  • Tax Legal Description: See Associated Documents
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1260.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area: 1260.0
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Cul de Sac, Many Trees, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.3
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 342 x 225
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: 32 x 45
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 85
  • Land Access: ***
  • Property Adjoins Public Land: No
  • Remodeled Addition: No
  • Possession: Close Escrow
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1960
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Body Name: White Iron
  • Water Source: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Boat Slip, Patio, Porch
  • Foundation Details: Concrete
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full
  • Bathrooms Full: 0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Interior Features: Eat In Kitchen, Natural Woodwork, Main Floor Laundry, Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
  • Basement Features: Unfinished,Walkout,Utility Room
  • Bath Description: 3/4 Main Floor
  • Dining Room Type: Combine with Living Room
  • Extra Rooms: Enclosed Porch,Utility Room
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
  • Mechanicals: Fuel Tank-Rented,Water Heater-Electric
  • Window Features: Wood Frames
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomDescription: Combined with dining room
  • RoomLength: 27.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 15.0
Room 2
  • RoomLength: 19.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 3
  • RoomLength: 16.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 4
  • RoomLength: 17.5
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 9.5
Room 5
  • RoomLength: 32.0
  • RoomLevel: Basement
  • RoomType: Utility Room
  • RoomWidth: 31.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2024-08-16
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Power Company: Minnesota Power
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Leased Land: Owned
  • Lender Owned: No

Property History for 13323 Villa Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 7, 2025

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6115591

$655,000
Nov 10, 2024

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6115591

Aug 14, 2024

Off Market

NorthStar #6174212

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/07/2025

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6115591

$655,000
11/10/2024

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6115591

08/14/2024

Off Market

NorthStar #6174212

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 13323 Villa Road

Taxable ValueLand$114,000Additions$333,700Total$447,700
Tax Record2025$2,608 ($217 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,194 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,194 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,471 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1995Year Renovated1995CountyLAKEAPN28-6382-40170

Schools near 13323 Villa Road

This home is within Lake Superior Public School Dist..
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
William Kelley Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Kelley Secondary
Public6 to 12

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