3811 Fenske Lake Rd

1,120 Sq. Ft.
$347 / Sq. Ft.
1,120
Sq. Ft.
$347
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This 3 bedroom cabin built in 1940's was originally used as the owners home for "Mackie's Cabins". A couple renovations between 2011 and 2016 have transformed it into a spacious northwoods escape. The open floor plan features a 40' long room which includes a kitchen with breakfast table, dining room and living room with gas fireplace. The back of the cabin has a lakeside yard with a gentle slope down to a small beach area and new private dock with sitting bench. All furniture, appliances, cookware,...This 3 bedroom cabin built in 1940's was originally used as the owners home for "Mackie's Cabins". A couple renovations between 2011 and 2016 have transformed it into a spacious northwoods escape. The open floor plan features a 40' long room which includes a kitchen with breakfast table, dining room and living room with gas fireplace. The back of the cabin has a lakeside yard with a gentle slope down to a small beach area and new private dock with sitting bench. All furniture, appliances, cookware, canoe, dock and more are included with the sale. This cabin comes with shared ownership in 14 acres of common space which includes a sandy beach, waters edge sauna and an area for garage/storage sheds. Fenske Lake is a quiet lake just 15 minutes north of Ely with clear water and very little development. This is a great spot to come relax for days, weeks or even months at a time. Owner/Agent
  1. Listed by Chris Eilrich • Wildwoods Land Company
    P: (218)-343-6169 chris@elywildwoods.com

Property Details for 3811 Fenske Lake Road

Architectural Style
Traditional
View
Inland Lake
Waterfront Features
Inland Lake
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 04/15/2026 08:01 PM

Property Details for 3811 Fenske Lake Road

StatusActive
MLS #6124485
Days on Compass16
Taxes$678 / year
HOA Fees$1,283 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeOther
MLS TypeResidential / Seasonal
Year Built1942
Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,018 SF
CountySt. Louis County

Location

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Building Information for 3811 Fenske Lake Road

Stories1Residences-Year Built1942Lot Size0.23 AC / 10,018 SF

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Property Information for 3811 Fenske Lake Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: 8 miles up the Echo Trail to North Grassy Road. Stay to the right on Fenske Lake Road and follow to fire number 3811.
  • Latitude: 48
  • Longitude: -92
  • Range: 12W
  • Road Between Waterfront And Home: No
  • Shoreline Characteristics: Rocky,Sand
  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 130
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
  • Road Responsibility: Association Maintained Road
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Type: None
  • Parking Features: Gravel
School Information
  • High School District: Ely #696
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Amenities: Sauna, Beach
  • Association Fee: $1,283.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Yearly
  • Association Fee Includes: Management, Other, Shared Amenities, Trash, Water, Sewer
  • Association YN: Yes
  • Twp Number: 64N
  • Parcel Number: 613-0020-00010 & part of 00001
  • Tax Annual Amount: $678.00
  • Tax Legal Description: Unit 1 and an undivided interest in the Common Elements, CIC #192 Fenske Lake Cabins, Section 30, T64N, R12W, St. Louis County.
  • Tax Year: 2026
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1120.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area: 1120.0
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Underground Utilities, BWCA Access
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.23
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 130 x 54 x 145 x 96
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: 40 x 28
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 160
  • Land Access: ***
  • Remodeled Addition: Yes
  • Possession: Immediate
  • Property Sub Type: Seasonal
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Public Survey Section: 30
  • Year Built: 1942
Utilities
  • Sewer: Shared, Drain Field
  • Water Body Name: Fenske
  • Water Source: Shared
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Dock
  • Foundation Details: Concrete
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Bathrooms Full: 0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Baseboard, Fireplace(s), Propane, Electric
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floors, Natural Woodwork
  • Bath Description: 3/4 Main Floor
  • Dining Room Type: Combine with Living Room
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
  • Mechanicals: Fuel Tank-Rented,Water Heater-Gas
  • Window Features: Wood Frames
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomLength: 16.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 2
  • RoomLength: 23.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 3
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 4
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Room 5
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 9.0
Room 6
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bathroom
  • RoomWidth: 5.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2026-04-14
  • 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 3811 Fenske Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6124485

$389,000—
Dec 17, 2025

Off Market

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6120764

$389,000—
Jul 16, 2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6120764

$389,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/14/2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6124485

$389,000
12/17/2025

Off Market

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6120764

$389,000
07/16/2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6120764

$389,000

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

Public Records for 3811 Fenske Lake Road

Taxable ValueLand$177,300Additions$134,800Total$312,100
Tax Record2024$3,474 ($290 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt1,120 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,120 SqFtStories1StyleHotel / MotelYear Built1942CountyST. LOUISAPN613-0090-00080Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 3811 Fenske Lake 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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3811 Fenske Lake Road is for sale in Ely, MN 55731. This property was listed for sale on April 14, 2026 by Wildwoods Land Company, it's currently listed at $389,000. This listing's school district is Ely Public School District. Nearby schools include Washington Elementary School, Memorial Middle School and Memorial Secondary. 3811 Fenske Lake Road is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,120 sqft built in 1942.

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