487 Salakka Rd

2,360 Sq. Ft.
$144 / Sq. Ft.
2,360
Sq. Ft.
$144
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This Eco-friendly custom built passive solar home is nothing short of unique. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home was built in 1979 and has been well maintained on 4.57 private acres. Enjoy stunning views of Great Lake Superior from your upper level living room. Geothermal heating & cooling. Home is conveniently located, a quick 15 minute drive up the North Shore from Duluth. 7 minutes out of Two Harbors.This Eco-friendly custom built passive solar home is nothing short of unique. 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home was built in 1979 and has been well maintained on 4.57 private acres. Enjoy stunning views of Great Lake Superior from your upper level living room. Geothermal heating & cooling. Home is conveniently located, a quick 15 minute drive up the North Shore from Duluth. 7 minutes out of Two Harbors.
  1. Listed by Macey Solomon • F.I. Salter Real Estate
    P: (218)-349-1822 msolomon@fisalter.com

Property Details for 487 Salakka Road

Architectural Style
Other
Waterfront YN
No
LISTING CLOSED: 11/05/2021 12:00 AM

Property Details for 487 Salakka Road

StatusSold
MLS #6099710
Days on Compass5
Taxes$1,849 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1979
Lot Size4.57 AC / 199,069 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 487 Salakka Road

Stories2Year Built1979Building Size-Lot Size4.57 AC / 199,069 SF

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Property Information for 487 Salakka Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: A short 15 minute drive from Duluth take Highway 61, travel approx. 15 miles and take a left at Salakka Rd. At the Forkin the road take a right and head up the hill. The driveway is on the left.
  • Latitude: 47
  • Longitude: -92
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Road Frontage Type: Private Road
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Type: Detached
School Information
  • High School District: Lake Superior #381
Taxes and HOA
  • Parcel Number: 25-5200-29320
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,849.46
  • Tax Legal Description: Unorganized Territory 2, TWP 52, RGE 11, Sec 20, Twp 52.0, Rg 11, Lot, Blk, Acres 4.55 W 330 FT of S 600 FT of SW 1/4 of SW 1/4 Unorganized
  • Tax Year: 2021
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1080.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1280.0
  • Living Area: 2360.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.57
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Concrete Block
  • Foundation Dimensions: 32 x 40
  • Other Structures: Storage Shed
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Land Access: ***
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1979
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Source: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Water Feature
  • Foundation Details: Concrete
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: None
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Geothermal, Wood
  • Interior Features: Eat In Kitchen, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Main Floor Laundry
  • Bath Description: 1/2 Main Floor,Full Upper
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomLength: 8.6
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 10.1
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: Dining room has 2 large windows that overlook the yard & pond!
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 13.7
Room 3
  • RoomDescription: Bright & open living room that flows into the dining room
  • RoomLength: 15.3
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 13.7
Room 4
  • RoomDescription: cozy den, home office or even workout area! located off of the kitchen
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Den/Office
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 5
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 6
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 11.7
Room 7
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 11.8
Room 8
  • RoomDescription: Currently being used as the Master Bedroom because of the beautiful views. This could also be used as an additional family room/living room
  • RoomLength: 16.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 12.3
Room 9
  • RoomDescription: Great Bonus Room! Let your imagination go wild with a workout room, office, nursery, or a large walk-in closet!
  • RoomLength: 10.5
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Den/Office
  • RoomWidth: 8.1
Room 10
  • RoomDescription: Laundry room & utility room.
  • RoomLength: 5.3
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2021-09-17
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Power Company: Coop Power & Light
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Leased Land: Owned
  • Lender Owned: No
  • Rental License: No
  • Occupant Type: Owner

Property History for 487 Salakka Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 5, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1477158708

$340,000—
Nov 5, 2021

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6099710

$340,000—
Sep 22, 2021

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6099710

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/05/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1477158708

$340,000
11/05/2021

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6099710

$340,000
09/22/2021

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6099710

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Public Records for 487 Salakka Road

Taxable ValueLand$120,500Additions$322,300Total$442,800
Tax Record2025$1,680 ($140 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,280 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,280 SqFtStories1Lot Size199,069 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1979Year Renovated1990CountyLAKEAPN25-5200-29320Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 487 Salakka Road

This home is within Lake Superior Public School Dist..
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Minnehaha Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Two Harbors Secondary
Public6 to 12

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