3055 Van Vac Rd

Ely, MN 55731

$829,000
Price
2
Beds
2,688 Sq. Ft.
$308 / Sq. Ft.
2,688
Sq. Ft.
$308
per Sq. Ft.
View of side of home with a porch, stone siding, and a yard
Bird's eye view
Aerial view of property and surrounding area featuring a nearby body of water and a heavily wooded area
Drone / aerial view of a heavily wooded area and a large body of water
View from above of property featuring a heavily wooded area
Aerial view of property and surrounding area
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Description

Nestled on the Southwest Shore of Burntside Lake, this updated ranch-style rambler offers stunning views and a peaceful retreat. The 1,344 square foot home features a paved driveway and two spacious garages: a 24 x 40 garage from 1978 with a heated work area, and a barn-style 24 x 32 garage from 2014 with a cold storage loft, heating, and electricity. Inside, the main level includes a 6 x 5 entry leading to a kitchen and dining area. A 12 x 18 media room with a stone fireplace provides a cozy escape....Nestled on the Southwest Shore of Burntside Lake, this updated ranch-style rambler offers stunning views and a peaceful retreat. The 1,344 square foot home features a paved driveway and two spacious garages: a 24 x 40 garage from 1978 with a heated work area, and a barn-style 24 x 32 garage from 2014 with a cold storage loft, heating, and electricity. Inside, the main level includes a 6 x 5 entry leading to a kitchen and dining area. A 12 x 18 media room with a stone fireplace provides a cozy escape. The primary bedroom measures 11 x 18 and has ample closet space, with a stylish full bath nearby. The inviting living area boasts a rock fireplace and western views of the lake, while an 8 x 24 covered porch offers a great outdoor space. The lower-level features heated tile flooring, a laundry room, a 6 x 8 tiled bath with a shower, and access to a cedar sauna. There’s also an 11 x 13 bonus room ready for egress window installation, and a 14 x 16 bedroom with a walkout feature. With 100 feet of lakeshore and a 10 x 20 covered boat port, this property is perfect for fishing enthusiasts. Additional storage includes a log-sided structure and a 1.75-story barn-style garage built in 2024, with heating and a cold storage loft. Surrounded by trees for privacy, this home is a hidden gem on Burntside Lake.
  1. Listed by Jerry Fink • Canoe Capital Realty, LLC
    P: (218)-343-1318 jerryfccr@gmail.com

Property Details for 3055 Van Vac Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
Waterfront Features
Inland Lake
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 10/03/2025 08:01 PM

Property Details for 3055 Van Vac Road

StatusActive
MLS #6121676
Days on Compass114
Taxes$5,538 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1975
Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,620 SF
CountySt. Louis County

Location

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Building Information for 3055 Van Vac Road

Stories1Year Built1975Building Size-Lot Size0.68 AC / 29,620 SF

Payment Calculator

$4,558 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,096

Property Taxes

$462

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 3055 Van Vac Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From Ely, west on highway 169 to right on County Road 88 1.5 miles to left on Van Vac Road to 3055.
  • Latitude: 48
  • Longitude: -92
  • Road Between Waterfront And Home: No
  • Shoreline Characteristics: Rocky
  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 100
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Township: Morse township (St. Louis County)
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Dimensions: 24 x 48, 24 x 32
  • Garage Features: Attic,Drains,Electrical Service,Heat,Insulation,Slab
  • Garage Type: Detached,Multiple
School Information
  • High School District: Ely #696
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Parcel Number: 465-0270-00460
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,538.00
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 0028, Block 002, Shawanok Beach Plat, Town of Morse
  • Tax Year: 2025
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1344.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1344.0
  • Living Area: 2688.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.68
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 100 x 300
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Concrete Block,Frame/Wood,Steel
  • Foundation Dimensions: 24 x 56
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Land Access: ***
  • Property Adjoins Public Land: No
  • Remodeled Addition: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1975
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Mound Septic
  • Water Body Name: Burntside
  • Water Source: Private, Drilled
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Log, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Concrete
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Basement: Full
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Fireplace(s), Forced Air
  • Basement Features: Finished,Walkout,Bath,Bedrooms,Den/Office,Family/Rec Room,Utility Room,Washer Hook-Ups,Dryer Hook-Ups
  • Bath Description: Full Main Floor
  • Dining Room Type: Combine with Kitchen,Informal Dining Room
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
  • Window Features: Energy Windows, Wood Frames
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomDescription: Kitchen with 8 x 8 Dining area
  • RoomLength: 9.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomWidth: 6.0
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: Vinyl Flooring Stone Fireplace (Propane)
  • RoomLength: 18.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bonus Room
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 3
  • RoomDescription: Full Bath, Tiled
  • RoomLength: 6.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bathroom
  • RoomWidth: 5.0
Room 4
  • RoomDescription: Ample Closets, Vinyl Flooring
  • RoomLength: 18.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 5
  • RoomDescription: Vinyl Flooring
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 6
  • RoomDescription: Lakeside Living Area, Fireplace (Propane)
  • RoomLength: 18.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 24.0
Room 7
  • RoomDescription: Open Air Porch, Lakeside views
  • RoomLength: 24.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Porch
  • RoomWidth: 8.0
Room 8
  • RoomDescription: Heated Tile, 4 x 14 Closet, Walkout Egress
  • RoomLength: 16.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 14.0
Room 9
  • RoomDescription: Exercise room, heated tile
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Bonus Room
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 10
  • RoomDescription: With Sink
  • RoomLength: 10.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Storage
  • RoomWidth: 8.0
Room 11
  • RoomDescription: 3/4 Bath
  • RoomLength: 8.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Bathroom
  • RoomWidth: 6.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2025-09-03
  • 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 3055 Van Vac Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 2, 2025

Price Change

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121676

$829,000—
Sep 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121676

$894,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/02/2025

Price Change

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121676

$829,000
09/01/2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121676

$894,500

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Public Records for 3055 Van Vac Road

Taxable ValueLand$226,600Additions$316,400Total$543,000
Tax Record2025$5,306 ($442 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,344 SqFtStories1StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1975CountyST. LOUISAPN465-0270-00460Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3055 Van Vac 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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More information about 3055 Van Vac Road, Ely, MN 55731

3055 Van Vac Road is a single family home for sale in Ely, MN 55731. This property was listed for sale on September 1, 2025 by Canoe Capital Realty, LLC, it's currently listed at $829,000. This listing's school district is Ely Public School District. Nearby schools include Washington Elementary School, Memorial Middle School and Memorial Secondary. 3055 Van Vac Road is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 2,688 sqft single family home built in 1975.

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