Last Sold Price
5 beds9,396 sqft$78/sqft
1618 Vermilion Rd, Duluth, MN 55812

Description

Truly an unbelievable one of a kind 9300 sq ft 5 plus bedroom 6 bathroom duluth mansion on over 2.5 acres. For the last 57 years it has been known as the Dr. Joe and Fran Leek Estate. The stone, brick and half-timbered construction started in 1912 and it took 2 years to build, it was designed by renowned architect Fredrick German for lumber and railroad baron John Millen, then sold to Ward Ames next to Joseph Sellwood and then to the Leek's in 1960. Own and revitalize a piece of history when mansions...Truly an unbelievable one of a kind 9300 sq ft 5 plus bedroom 6 bathroom duluth mansion on over 2.5 acres. For the last 57 years it has been known as the Dr. Joe and Fran Leek Estate. The stone, brick and half-timbered construction started in 1912 and it took 2 years to build, it was designed by renowned architect Fredrick German for lumber and railroad baron John Millen, then sold to Ward Ames next to Joseph Sellwood and then to the Leek's in 1960. Own and revitalize a piece of history when mansions were built in an era where craftsmanship was an art an only the best materials were used. It has the grand foyer leading to the back terrace, the woodwork, expansive living room with a gas fireplace, formal dining room, large eat-in kitchen, library, the master bedroom has a sunroom with gas fireplace, bath and dressing room. The north wing is an apartment "Nanny Suite" with a separate entrance. The property abuts the Tischer Creek walking trails. This is truly one of a kind property.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/05/2017 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Ron Hanger • RE/MAX Results
    P: (218) 349-4040 ronhanger@gmail.com

Property Details for 1618 Vermilion Road

Status
MLS #
6029227
Days on Compass
94
Taxes
$16,633 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Detached
Year Built
1912
Lot Size
2.50 AC / 108,900 SF
Architectural Style
Colonial
View
Typical
Waterfront YN
No

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Building Information for 1618 Vermilion Road

Stories2Year Built1912Building Size-Lot Size2.50 AC / 108,900 SF

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Property Information for 1618 Vermilion Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From E Superior St, North on Hawthorne Rd to corner of Hawthorne and Vermilion Rd Right half a block to driveway
  • Latitude: 47
  • Longitude: -92
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street, Sidewalks, Storm Sewer, Street Lights
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Asphalt
School Information
  • High School District: Duluth #709
Taxes and HOA
  • Taxes With Assessments: 16658
  • Parcel Number: 010-0680-00010
  • Tax Annual Amount: $16,633.00
  • Tax Legal Description: In associated docs
  • Tax Year: 2017
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 9396.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area: 9396.0
  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Many Trees, Underground Utilities
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.5
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood,Stone
  • Foundation Dimensions: 38x22
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 25
  • Land Access: ***
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1912
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Stone, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Fenced Yard - Partial, Patio
  • Foundation Details: Rock
  • Roof: Rubber, Tile
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Full
  • Bathrooms Full: 4
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Boiler, Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Eat In Kitchen, Garage Door Opener(s), Hardwood Floors, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Security System, Tiled Floors, Walk-In Closet(s), Attic Walk In, Beamed Ceilings, Center Hall Foyer, Foyer-Entrance, Patio Door, Plaster Walls, Main Floor Laundry, Washer Hookup
  • Basement Features: Walkout,Utility Room
  • Bath Description: Full Master,1/2 Main Floor,Private Master,Walk Thru
  • Dining Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen,Formal Dining Room
  • Extra Rooms: Attic Rm-Finish,Den/Office,Library,Pantry,Second Kitchen,Storage Room,Sunrm/Solarium,Utility Room,Workshop
  • Mechanicals: Central Vacuum,Water Heater-Gas,Sump Pump
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomDescription: Grand room with parquet floors and gas fireplace
  • RoomLength: 33.3
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 22.0
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: Non working fireplace
  • RoomLength: 27.9
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 23.1
Room 3
  • RoomDescription: Remodeled about 40 years ago
  • RoomLength: 21.6
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 14.3
Room 4
  • RoomDescription: Library with beautiful built-ins and non-working wood fireplace
  • RoomLength: 20.6
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Den/Office
  • RoomWidth: 14.3
Room 5
  • RoomDescription: Serving Pantry with original built-ins
  • RoomLength: 12.6
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Pantry
  • RoomWidth: 8.3
Room 6
  • RoomLength: 11.6
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 8.6
Room 7
  • RoomDescription: Grand entrance with doors leading to the back patio
  • RoomLength: 26.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Foyer
  • RoomWidth: 10.6
Room 8
  • RoomDescription: Coat Room
  • RoomLength: 8.6
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Other
  • RoomWidth: 6.6
Room 9
  • RoomDescription: Tiled Vestibule
  • RoomLength: 4.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Other
  • RoomWidth: 6.0
Room 10
  • RoomDescription: Master Suite Fireplace with Gas to it, Master Bath with Dressing Room, Sunroom and Work Closet
  • RoomLength: 20.8
  • RoomLevel: Second
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 23.6
Room 11
  • RoomDescription: Sunroom off of the Master Bedroom with Gas Fireplace
  • RoomLength: 14.8
  • RoomLevel: Second
  • RoomType: Sun Room
  • RoomWidth: 18.6
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2017-05-30
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Power Company: Minnesota Power
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Lender Owned: No
  • Rental License: No

Property History for 1618 Vermilion Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 5, 2017

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6029227

$730,000
Oct 2, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #609518696

$730,000
Aug 29, 2017

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6029227

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/05/2017

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6029227

$730,000
10/02/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #609518696

$730,000
08/29/2017

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6029227

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Public Records for 1618 Vermilion Road

Taxable ValueLand$99,300Additions$888,000Total$987,300
Tax Record2025$14,990 ($1,249 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt9,218 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt9,218 SqFtStories3StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1912CountyST. LOUISAPN010-0680-00010Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1618 Vermilion Road

This home is within Duluth Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Congdon Park Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ordean East Middle School
Public6 to 8

East Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Chester Creek Academy
PublicK to 12

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