1663 Saari Rd

$1,250,000
Price
4
Beds
5,280 Sq. Ft.
$237 / Sq. Ft.
5,280
Sq. Ft.
$237
per Sq. Ft.

Description

White Iron Lake, Ely, Minnesota - Custom built 5200 sq. ft. home with 320 feet of level lakeshore with a private boat launch. 8.7 acres of land. This beautiful home has been completed with top quality materials and furnishings with both levels being completed with living quarters. The main floor living area features an open floor plan with views of the lake from the large windows and patio door. Well designed kitchen with a center island that seats 10 people, custom hickory cabinets, high definition...White Iron Lake, Ely, Minnesota - Custom built 5200 sq. ft. home with 320 feet of level lakeshore with a private boat launch. 8.7 acres of land. This beautiful home has been completed with top quality materials and furnishings with both levels being completed with living quarters. The main floor living area features an open floor plan with views of the lake from the large windows and patio door. Well designed kitchen with a center island that seats 10 people, custom hickory cabinets, high definition laminate countertops, ceramic tile flooring, and a huge pantry in the hall. The living room has a gas fireplace, laminate flooring, a vaulted ceiling with tongue & groove pine and views of the lake. There are 4 main floor bedrooms with the master bedroom having a private bath. There is a second full bath and a utility/laundry room on the main level with a washer, dryer, freezer and closet. The walkout basement features a family room with tongue and groove wainscoting, bedroom, open area with a pool table, utility room, ¾ bath, electric sauna with a shower, large storage room and a tuck-under garage. Sleeps up to 19 people. Dual fuel heat. Rollout dock. Steel siding. The 30 X 48 Morton building is on a floating slab, has electricity and 3 overhead doors. There is an RV hookup. All of this tucked back into a private, wooded area with room enough to build additional structures. White Iron Lake has 3237 acres, 35.47 miles of shoreline and a maximum depth of 47 feet. It is connected to Garden Lake, Farm Lake, South Farm and the Kawishiwi River with access to the BWCAW. Being sold furnished. Priced below replacement cost, must see to appreciate the quality of this exceptional home and property.

Property Details for 1663 Saari Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
View
Inland Lake, Panoramic
Waterfront Features
Inland Lake
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 11/15/2025 11:10 AM

Property Details for 1663 Saari Road

StatusActive
MLS #6121747
Days on Compass109
Taxes$6,971 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1997
Lot Size8.96 AC / 390,297 SF
CountySt. Louis County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Ely Realty
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Building Information for 1663 Saari Road

Stories1Year Built1997Building Size-Lot Size8.96 AC / 390,297 SF

Payment Calculator

$6,758 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$6,177

Property Taxes

$581

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1663 Saari Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Take Highway 1 South from Ely. Approximately 8 miles, turn left on Saari Rd. Follow to Fire # 1663 on the left.
  • Latitude: 48
  • Longitude: -92
  • DNR Lake Id Number: 69000400
  • Lake Acres: 3237.47
  • Lake Chain: Yes
  • Lake Class: Recreational Development
  • Lake Maximum Depth: 47
  • Range: 12
  • Road Between Waterfront And Home: No
  • Shoreline Characteristics: Gravel,Elevation-Low,Other - See Remarks
  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 320
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road, Unpaved, Township
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road, Public Maintained Road
  • Township: Morse
  • Zoning Description: Residential
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 6.0
  • Garage Dimensions: 30 X 48
  • Garage Features: Electrical Service,Slab
  • Garage Type: Detached,Tuckunder
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Gravel
School Information
  • High School District: Ely #696
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Taxes With Assessments: 7056
  • Twp Number: 62
  • Parcel Number: 465-0010-03191 & 465-0010-03193
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,971.00
  • Tax Legal Description: That part of Gov't Lot 1 Comm At SE CORN THENCE WLY ALONG S LINE 334.80 FT THENCE N O DEG 19 MIN 27 SEC W 420.26 FT THENCE E 165.45 FT THENCE N 5 DEG 58 MIN 11 SEC W 397.64 FT TO PT OF BEG THENCE S 5 DEG 58 MIN 11 SEC W 280 FT (PARTIAL LEGAL)
  • Tax Year: 2025
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Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2640.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2640.0
  • Building Area Total: 5280.0
  • Living Area: 5280.0
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Heavy, Level, BWCA Access
  • Lot Size Acres: 8.96
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 350X707X330X652 + 664 x 444
  • Approximate Tillable Acres: 0
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: 50 X 40 + 16 X 16
  • Other Structures: Pole Building
  • Pasture Area: 0.0
  • Wooded Area: 4.0
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 85
  • Land Access: ***
  • Property Adjoins Public Land: No
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Possession: Close Escrow
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Public Survey Section: 23
  • Year Built: 1997
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Body Name: White Iron
  • Water Source: Private, Drilled
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: Partially Wheelchair
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Dock
  • Foundation Details: Poured Concrete
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Fireplace(s), In Floor Heat, Propane
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat In Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Sauna, Tiled Floors, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Center Hall Foyer, Drywall, Foyer-Entrance, Patio Door, Main Floor Laundry, Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
  • Basement Features: Egress Windows,Finished,Walkout,Bath,Den/Office,Family/Rec Room,Fireplace,Utility Room
  • Bath Description: Full Basement,Full Master,3/4 Main Floor,Full Main Floor
  • Dining Room Type: Combine with Kitchen
  • Extra Rooms: Family/Rec,Pantry,Spa/Sauna,See Remarks,Storage Room,Utility Room,Entry,Bonus Room
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
  • Mechanicals: Air to Air Exchange,Fuel Tank-Rented,Water Heater-Electric
  • Window Features: Vinyl Windows
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomDescription: Floor to ceiling propane fireplace Laminate flooring View of White Iron Lake Vaulted Ceiling Tongue & Groove Pine
  • RoomLength: 18.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 21.0
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: Laminate flooring Open to living room and kitchen
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 21.0
Room 3
  • RoomDescription: Custom Ash cabinets Ceramic tile floor Center Island Seats 10 High definition laminate counters
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 4
  • RoomDescription: Laminate Flooring Patio door Double closets Attached Full Bath
  • RoomLength: 21.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom 1
  • RoomWidth: 16.0
Room 5
  • RoomDescription: Double Bed and Bunks Laminate Flooring Closet
  • RoomLength: 15.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom 2
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 6
  • RoomDescription: Closet Laminate Flooring Quality furnishings
  • RoomLength: 16.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom 3
  • RoomWidth: 14.0
Room 7
  • RoomDescription: Closet Laminate Floor Quality Furnishings
  • RoomLength: 17.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom 4
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 8
  • RoomDescription: Washer and Dryer Sink Cupboards Freezer
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Utility Room
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Room 9
  • RoomDescription: Laminate Flooring Electric free standing fireplace Walkout to front yard
  • RoomLength: 17.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Family Room
  • RoomWidth: 21.0
Room 10
  • RoomDescription: Laminate flooring Closet
  • RoomLength: 13.5
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Bonus Room
  • RoomWidth: 13.5
Room 11
  • RoomDescription: Pool Table Laminate flooring Excellent Lighting
  • RoomLength: 14.5
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Billiard
  • RoomWidth: 20.5
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2025-09-05
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Power Company: Lake Country Power
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Leased Land: Owned
  • Lender Owned: No
  • Occupant Type: Other

Property History for 1663 Saari Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2025

Price Change

NorthStar #6783048

$1,250,000
Oct 21, 2025

Price Change

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121747

$1,250,000
Sep 5, 2025

Price Change

NorthStar #6783048

$1,499,000
Sep 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6783048

Sep 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121747

$1,499,000
Dec 28, 2012

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1984124

$330,500
Nov 29, 2012

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1984124

Nov 29, 2012

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1984124

$349,000
Nov 28, 2012

Off Market

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1912799

$349,000
May 25, 2012

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1912799

$349,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2025

Price Change

NorthStar #6783048

$1,250,000
10/21/2025

Price Change

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121747

$1,250,000
09/05/2025

Price Change

NorthStar #6783048

$1,499,000
09/05/2025

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6783048

09/04/2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121747

$1,499,000
12/28/2012

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1984124

$330,500
11/29/2012

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1984124

11/29/2012

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1984124

$349,000
11/28/2012

Off Market

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1912799

$349,000
05/25/2012

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1912799

$349,000

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

Public Records for 1663 Saari Road

Taxable ValueLand$276,300Additions$410,300Total$686,600
Tax Record2025$6,888 ($574 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt3,640 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,640 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt1,000 SqFtStories1Lot Size121,968 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built1997CountyST. LOUISAPN465-0010-03191Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1663 Saari Road

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

Memorial Middle School
Public6 to 8

Memorial Secondary
Public9 to 12

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1663 Saari Road is a single family home for sale in Ely, MN 55731. This property was listed for sale on September 4, 2025 by Ely Realty, it's currently listed at $1,250,000. It has been on the market for a total of 109 days and was last sold on December 28, 2012. This listing's school district is Ely Public School District. Nearby schools include Washington Elementary School, Memorial Middle School and Memorial Secondary. 1663 Saari Road is a 4-bed, 4-bath, 5,280 sqft single family home built in 1997.

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