4194 Nels Lake Rd

Ely, MN 55731

$129,000
Last Sold Price
1
Bed
—
Baths
280 Sq. Ft.
$461 / Sq. Ft.
280
Sq. Ft.
$461
per Sq. Ft.
Sold 11/13/25
Sold 11/13/25
View of side of home featuring a wooden deck
View of yard with a storage shed
View of outdoor structure with a wooded view
View of outbuilding
View of home's exterior
View of side of home with a deck
View of property exterior with a wooden deck and a metal roof
Living area with a wood stove, wood walls, and wood ceiling
Dining space featuring healthy amount of natural light, wood walls, and concrete flooring
Interior space with a wood stove, wooden walls, and wooden ceiling
Bedroom featuring wooden walls
Kitchen featuring a wood stove, stainless steel counters, wooden walls, open shelves, and wooden ceiling
Dining space with wood walls, concrete floors, and wooden ceiling
Living room featuring a wood stove, wood walls, and wood ceiling
View of home's exterior featuring a deck and a metal roof
Kitchen featuring a wood stove, concrete floors, dark countertops, wooden walls, and open floor plan

Description

Located 11 miles north of Ely, just off the renowned Echo Trail, this serene retreat spans 11.46 acres of stunning pink granite and towering century-old White Pines. Constructed in 2016, this 14 x 20 cabin is designed for year-round use, providing a perfect escape from city life and an ideal vantage point for observing the Northern Lights and the expansive northern sky. Nearby, walking access to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) enhances the outdoor experience. This "glamping" cabin features...Located 11 miles north of Ely, just off the renowned Echo Trail, this serene retreat spans 11.46 acres of stunning pink granite and towering century-old White Pines. Constructed in 2016, this 14 x 20 cabin is designed for year-round use, providing a perfect escape from city life and an ideal vantage point for observing the Northern Lights and the expansive northern sky. Nearby, walking access to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area (BWCA) enhances the outdoor experience. This "glamping" cabin features wood heating, a propane cooking stove, a sink with a 5-gallon grey water washstand, an 11 x 14 dining/living area, and an 8 x 11 open bedroom. Guests need only to bring potable water and can enjoy a mostly furnished space equipped with essential amenities. The cabin is powered by three 12-volt ceiling fixtures connected to a marine battery, with the option of using a solar charger for year-round battery maintenance. An inviting 6 x 14 deck at the entrance provides seasonal outdoor space for grilling or relaxation. Additionally, an 8 x 14 woodshed with attached 4-wheeler storage, complete with ramps, is fully stocked and ready for use. The property also includes a vaulted privy system, permitted by St. Louis County, which is scheduled for inspection soon. A cozy outdoor firepit area invites gatherings under the starlit sky, allowing for a truly immersive experience in nature. With a gated entry off the Echo Trail, this 11.46-acre property offers abundant privacy and tranquility.
  1. Listed by Jerry Fink • Canoe Capital Realty, LLC
    P: (218)-343-1318 jerryfccr@gmail.com

Property Details for 4194 Nels Lake Road

Architectural Style
Rustic
Waterfront YN
No
LISTING UPDATED: 11/14/2025 07:03 PM

Property Details for 4194 Nels Lake Road

StatusSold
MLS #6120238
Days on Compass125
Taxes$724 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeOther
MLS TypeResidential / Seasonal
Year Built2016
Lot Size11.43 AC / 497,890 SF
CountySt. Louis County

Location

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Sold By Canoe Capital Realty, LLC

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Building Information for 4194 Nels Lake Road

Stories1Residences-Year Built2016Lot Size11.43 AC / 497,890 SF

Payment Calculator

$698 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$637

Property Taxes

$60

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4194 Nels Lake Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: 11 miles north of Ely on the Echo Trail to sign on right
  • Latitude: 48
  • Longitude: -92
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Type: None
School Information
  • High School District: Ely #696
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Parcel Number: 628-0010-01961
  • Tax Annual Amount: $724.00
  • Tax Legal Description: 13 64 13-- Please See Attached legal
  • Tax Year: 2025
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 280.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area: 280.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 11.43
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular - 11.43 Acres
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: 14 x 20
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Land Access: ***
  • Property Adjoins Public Land: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Seasonal
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2016
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer, Outhouse
  • Water Source: None
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Foundation Details: N/A
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Basement: None
  • Bathrooms Full: 0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 0
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Heating: Wood
  • Bath Description: None
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomDescription: open floor plan - knee wall separation from Living Dining
  • RoomLength: 8.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 14.0
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: Open Floor Plan -
  • RoomLength: 11.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 14.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2025-06-20
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Power Company: None
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Leased Land: Owned
  • Lender Owned: No

Property History for 4194 Nels Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 13, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1920756264

$129,000

+12.4% / yr

Nov 13, 2025

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6120238

$129,000—
Oct 20, 2025

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6120238

—
Jun 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6120238

$134,900—
May 4, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #570549877

$42,500

-5.3% / yr

Nov 19, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280638717

$79,500—
Nov 19, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280640237

$79,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/13/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1920756264

$129,000

+12.4% / yr

11/13/2025

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6120238

$129,000
10/20/2025

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6120238

—
06/17/2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6120238

$134,900
05/04/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #570549877

$42,500

-5.3% / yr

11/19/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280638717

$79,500
11/19/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280640237

$79,500

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Public Records for 4194 Nels Lake Road

Taxable ValueLand$61,400Additions$14,700Total$76,100
Tax Record2025$774 ($64 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Total Finished SqFt280 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt280 SqFtStories1Lot Size499,198 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous ResidentialYear Built2016CountyST. LOUISAPN628-0010-01961

Schools near 4194 Nels Lake 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

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