Last Sold Price
2 beds1,128 sqft$1,053/sqft
1999 Somero Rd, Ely, MN 55731

Description

Stunning Burntside property with over 16 acres of pine-laden land and 1500 feet of pristine sand beach. The property is meticulously cared for and features a Huisman built Timber frame cottage, heated garage with upstairs office, and lakeside boathouse. Finished with cedar lap siding and cedar shakes fitting in quietly to the natural surroundings. The west-facing home is filled with huge windows capturing the beauty of the surrounding lake, woods, and sunsets; bringing the Northwoods inside. The...Stunning Burntside property with over 16 acres of pine-laden land and 1500 feet of pristine sand beach. The property is meticulously cared for and features a Huisman built Timber frame cottage, heated garage with upstairs office, and lakeside boathouse. Finished with cedar lap siding and cedar shakes fitting in quietly to the natural surroundings. The west-facing home is filled with huge windows capturing the beauty of the surrounding lake, woods, and sunsets; bringing the Northwoods inside. The main level features an open living area, with a contemporary kitchen, dining area, sitting room, laundry area, master bedroom and 3/4 bath, and generous entry area. Off of the dining are patio doors leading to the lakeside stone patio area. This year round home is evenly heated with zoned, dual-fuel in-floor heat. There is a natural fieldstone framed fireplace, a true characteristic of our Northwoods. Upstairs is a second bedroom and 3/4 bath, both bedrooms have beautiful west facing lake views overlooking Burntside Lake. There is ample land to build a larger home on the property if desired. Landscaped with beautiful perennial gardens, stone patio, and walkways, within a diverse forest including huge red and white pines. The beautiful ledge rock ridge provides an amazing natural buffer, creating an incredibly private and peaceful setting. Make this your lake place escape for recreating and quiet leisure.
LISTING CLOSED: 10/01/2020 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Patricia Bulinski • Bear Island Land Co., Inc
    P: (218) 349-5595 trishab@citlink.net

Property Details for 1999 Somero Road

Status
MLS #
6076790
Days on Compass
773
Taxes
$13,746 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Detached
Year Built
2000
Lot Size
16.10 AC / 701,316 SF
Architectural Style
Log
View
Inland Lake, Panoramic
Waterfront Features
Inland Lake
Waterfront YN
Yes

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$214,000

Avg days on market

53

Sale-to-list ratio

93.1%

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Location

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Building Information for 1999 Somero Road

Stories2Year Built2000Building Size-Lot Size16.10 AC / 701,316 SF

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Property Information for 1999 Somero Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Ely, take Hwy 169 east to Co. Rd. 88 (Grant McMahan Blvd.) Turn left and follow to the Echo Trail. Turn right onto the Echo Trail and follow to Somero Road. Turn left onto Somero Road and follow to 1999.
  • Latitude: 48
  • Longitude: -92
  • Road Between Waterfront And Home: No
  • Shoreline Characteristics: Sand
  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 1500
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking Features: Gravel
School Information
  • High School District: Ely #696
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 465-0020-02340
  • Tax Annual Amount: $13,746.00
  • Tax Legal Description: All that part of Gov’t Lot 2, Section 17, T63N, R12W lying N of Centerline of Somero Road.
  • Tax Year: 2019
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Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1128.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area: 1128.0
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Many Trees, Telephone, High, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 16.1
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 1500 x 400
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Other - See Remarks
  • Foundation Dimensions: 34 x 24
  • Other Structures: Boat House
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 60
  • Land Access: ***
  • Possession: Close Escrow
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2000
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Drain Field
  • Water Body Name: Burntside
  • Water Source: Private, Drilled
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Dock, Hot Tub, Patio, Gutters & Downspouts
  • Foundation Details: N/A
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Slab
  • Bathrooms Full: 0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Hot Water, Propane
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Garage Door Opener(s), Hot Tub, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Drywall, Foyer-Entrance
  • Basement Features: N/A
  • Bath Description: 3/4 Basement,3/4 Main Floor
  • Dining Room Type: Combine with Kitchen,Combine with Living Room
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
  • Mechanicals: Water Heater-Electric
  • Window Features: Wood Frames
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomLength: 21.5
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 13.5
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: with living room
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
Room 3
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Room 4
  • RoomLength: 11.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 12.5
Room 5
  • RoomLength: 15.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 6
  • RoomLength: 7.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Bathroom
  • RoomWidth: 7.0
Room 7
  • RoomLength: 15.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bathroom
  • RoomWidth: 7.0
Room 8
  • RoomLength: 5.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 5.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2018-07-06
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Power Company: Lake Country Power
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Leased Land: Owned
  • Lender Owned: No
  • Rental License: No

Property History for 1999 Somero Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 1, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #681852470

$1,187,500
Oct 1, 2020

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6076790

$1,187,500
Aug 17, 2020

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6076790

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/01/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #681852470

$1,187,500
10/01/2020

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6076790

$1,187,500
08/17/2020

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6076790

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

Public Records for 1999 Somero Road

Taxable ValueLand$1,657,600Additions$365,100Total$2,022,700
Tax Record2026$22,440 ($1,870 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,084 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,084 SqFtStories1Lot Size748,796 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialZoningSMUCountyST. LOUISAPN465-0020-02340

Schools near 1999 Somero 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

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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$1,187,500
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1,128
701,316
$265,000
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1.5
504
265,716
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2,130
204,732
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