1493 Inspiration Rd

Ely, MN 55731

$439,000
Last Sold Price
3
Beds
2,085 Sq. Ft.
$211 / Sq. Ft.
2,085
Sq. Ft.
$211
per Sq. Ft.
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Sold 6/30/26
Sold 6/30/26

Description

Lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath country home located just 2 miles south of Ely on a quiet, private road off of Highway 1. Home has a total of over 3000 sq. ft, was built in 2008, and has aprox 10.5 acres of wooded privacy. The home features a very convenient attached 2 stall garage, maintenance free siding, and very efficient triple pane windows! The main floor has a large kitchen with breakfast bar, a nice pantry, and opens right into the dining room with windows on 3 sides to fully enjoy the peaceful...Lovely 3 bedroom, 2 bath country home located just 2 miles south of Ely on a quiet, private road off of Highway 1. Home has a total of over 3000 sq. ft, was built in 2008, and has aprox 10.5 acres of wooded privacy. The home features a very convenient attached 2 stall garage, maintenance free siding, and very efficient triple pane windows! The main floor has a large kitchen with breakfast bar, a nice pantry, and opens right into the dining room with windows on 3 sides to fully enjoy the peaceful wooded views, the living room with propane fireplace, large main bedroom with huge walk in closet, a second bedroom, 3/4 bath, and a combo laundry and entry room that leads to the attached garage. Downstairs is the huge 3rd bedroom, which could also be a great rec/family room, a full bath, utility room, storage room, and a huge dream workshop..that could be converted to another use if desired. Home has in-floor hot water heating on the lower level, and off peak electric/propane hot water heat on the main floor. Also, a nice half circle driveway, a fully enclosed front porch, steel roof, and a storage building. All of this on a private 10.45 acre parcel just a few minutes from Ely!
  1. Listed by Jeff Hway • Bear Island Realty LLC
    P: (218)-349-0906 jeff@bearislandrealty.com
  2. Listed by Zachary Hway • Bear Island Realty LLC
    P: (651)-341-0383 zack@bearislandrealty.com

Property Details for 1493 Inspiration Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
View
Panoramic
Waterfront YN
No
LISTING CLOSED: 06/30/2026 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1493 Inspiration Road

StatusSold
MLS #6125087
Days on Compass12
Taxes$2,921 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built2008
Lot Size10.45 AC / 455,201 SF
CountySt. Louis County
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Building Information for 1493 Inspiration Road

Stories1Year Built2008Building Size-Lot Size10.45 AC / 455,201 SF

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Property Information for 1493 Inspiration Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Ely go South on Hwy 1 for 2.2 miles to Inspiration Rd. Turn left and follow to the property address.
  • Latitude: 48
  • Longitude: -92
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Road Frontage Type: Highway, Private Road
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Dimensions: 24.5 x 26.5
  • Garage Features: Electrical Service,Slab
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking Features: Gravel
School Information
  • High School District: Ely #696
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Taxes With Assessments: 3006
  • Parcel Number: 465-0010-01622
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,921.00
  • Tax Legal Description: N 637.98 FT of SW1/4 of NW1/4 EX E 500 FT as defined by lines parallel with & 500 FT from E line and 637.98 FT from N line of SW1/4 of NW1/4 & EX that part of N 637.98 FT of SW1/4 of NW1/4 lying WLY of center line E of HWY #1 & .55 acre for Hwy.
  • Tax Year: 2026
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1655.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 430.0
  • Living Area: 2085.0
  • Lot Features: Tree Coverage - Medium, Rolling Slope
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.45
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 700 x 650
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: 50 x 28
  • Other Structures: Other
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 85
  • Land Access: ***
  • Property Adjoins Public Land: No
  • Possession: Immediate
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2008
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Mound Septic
  • Water Source: Drilled
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete, Insulated Form
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: None
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Heating: Boiler, Dual Fuel/Off Peak, In Floor Heat, Propane, Electric
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat In Kitchen, Garage Door Opener(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Drywall, Main Floor Laundry, Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
  • Basement Features: Egress Windows,Partially Finished,Walkout,Bath,Bedrooms,Utility Room
  • Bath Description: Full Basement,3/4 Main Floor
  • Extra Rooms: Enclosed Porch,Family/Rec
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
  • Mechanicals: Water Heater-Electric
  • Window Features: Triple Glazed
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomLength: 21.5
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: With a separate pantry room.
  • RoomLength: 21.5
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 3
  • RoomDescription: Windows on 3 sides offering fantastic views
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 4
  • RoomDescription: In room that connects the home to the attached garage
  • RoomLength: 11.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 9.0
Room 5
  • RoomDescription: room has an extra large walk-in closet.
  • RoomLength: 21.5
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 6
  • RoomLength: 16.5
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 9.0
Room 7
  • RoomDescription: 3/4 bath with shower
  • RoomLength: 9.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bathroom
  • RoomWidth: 8.0
Room 8
  • RoomDescription: could also be a family or rec room.
  • RoomLength: 21.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 7.0
Room 9
  • RoomLength: 8.5
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Storage
  • RoomWidth: 7.5
Room 10
  • RoomLength: 8.5
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Utility Room
  • RoomWidth: 8.0
Room 11
  • RoomDescription: Full Bath
  • RoomLength: 8.5
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Bathroom
  • RoomWidth: 8.5
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2026-05-08
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Power Company: Lake Country Power
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Leased Land: Owned
  • Lender Owned: No

Property History for 1493 Inspiration Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 30, 2026

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6125087

$439,000—
May 19, 2026

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6125087

—
May 7, 2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6125087

$449,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/30/2026

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6125087

$439,000
05/19/2026

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6125087

—
05/07/2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6125087

$449,000

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

Public Records for 1493 Inspiration Road

Taxable ValueLand$65,500Additions$306,400Total$371,900
Tax Record2025$2,976 ($248 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt2,181 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,454 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt727 SqFtStories1Lot Size455,202 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built2008CountyST. LOUISAPN465-0010-01622Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1493 Inspiration Road

This home is within Ely Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Washington Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Memorial Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Memorial Secondary
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Memorial Middle School
Public6 to 8

Memorial Secondary
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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