4994 Big Lake Rd

Ely, MN 55731

$200,000
Price
2
Beds
1
Bath
400 Sq. Ft.
$500 / Sq. Ft.
400
Sq. Ft.
$500
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Cabin in the wilderness on Big Lake in Ely. Big Lake Wilderness Retreat CIC. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath cabin features an open living, kitchen and dining area with 2 adjacent bedrooms and a ¾ bath. Deck overlooking the lake. Big Lake is a recreational development lake, 1900 acres with a maximum depth of 22 ft. Excellent fishing. For your private use and enjoyment and also allows for rentals. Rentals managed by an on-site well established management company. General maintenance taken care of as part of...Cabin in the wilderness on Big Lake in Ely. Big Lake Wilderness Retreat CIC. This 2 bedroom, 1 bath cabin features an open living, kitchen and dining area with 2 adjacent bedrooms and a ¾ bath. Deck overlooking the lake. Big Lake is a recreational development lake, 1900 acres with a maximum depth of 22 ft. Excellent fishing. For your private use and enjoyment and also allows for rentals. Rentals managed by an on-site well established management company. General maintenance taken care of as part of the income split. Includes a newer pontoon boat for you and renters to use. The cabin is completely furnished and well cared for.
  1. Listed by Jan Erchul • Ely Realty
    P: (218)-349-0515 jan@elyrealtymn.com

Property Details for 4994 Big Lake Road

Architectural Style
One Story
View
Lake, Panoramic
Waterfront Features
Lake
LISTING UPDATED: 06/09/2026 12:14 PM

Property Details for 4994 Big Lake Road

StatusActive
MLS #149752
Days on Compass59
Taxes-
HOA Fees$3,000 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1950
Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF
CountySt. Louis County
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Building Information for 4994 Big Lake Road

Stories1Year Built1950Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,840 SF

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Property Information for 4994 Big Lake Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: East from Ely on 169, 1 mile turn left on CO Rd 88, follow to Echo Trail. Follow about 18 miles to Big Lake Lodge.
  • Latitude: 48.085281
  • Longitude: -92.008507
  • Map Coordinate: 999-A1
  • Township: 65
  • Water Body Name: Big Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Association Fee: $3,000.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Hazard Insurance
  • Association Name: Big Lake Wilderness Retreats Homeowners'Associatio
  • Association Phone: 2182358925
  • Association: Yes
  • Derived Association Fee Monthly: $250.00
  • Parcel Number: 629-0032-00050
  • Tax Annual Amount: $969.00
  • Tax Legal Description: UNIT 5 AND AN UNDIVIDED INTEREST IN THE COMMON ELEMENTS
  • Tax Other Annual Assessment Amount: $125.00
  • Tax Year: 2025
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Irregular Lot
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.18
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 110 X 175
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Road Responsibility: Private Maintained Road
Property and Assessments
  • Building Area Total: 400.0
  • Land Lease: No
  • Living Area: 400.0
  • Living Area Units: Square Feet
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1950
Building Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Foundation Area: 400.0
  • Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier
  • Levels: One
Utilities
  • Property Power Amperage: 100
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water Source: Shared Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Wood
  • Fencing: None
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Pool Features: None
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories: 1
  • Total Stories: 1
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 0
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Cooling: None
  • Has Fireplace: No
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Laundry Features: None
  • Water Heater: Gas

Property History for 4994 Big Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 7, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7054464

$200,000—
May 6, 2026

Price Change

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6124474

$200,000—
May 2, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7054464

$219,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/07/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7054464

$200,000
05/06/2026

Price Change

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6124474

$200,000
05/02/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7054464

$219,000

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

Public Records for 4994 Big Lake Road

Taxable ValueLand$71,700Additions$14,600Total$86,300
Tax Record2025$1,094 ($91 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt380 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt380 SqFtStories1StyleMiscellaneous CommercialCountyST. LOUISAPN629-0032-00050

Schools near 4994 Big Lake Road

This home is within St. Louis County School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Tower-Soudan Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Northeast Range Secondary
Public - 7 to 12
North Woods Secondary
Public - 7 to 12
Cherry Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Rating
School
Distance
Tower-Soudan Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Northeast Range Secondary
Public7 to 12

North Woods Secondary
Public7 to 12

Cherry Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

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More information about 4994 Big Lake Road, Ely, MN 55731

4994 Big Lake Road is a single family home for sale in Ely, MN 55731. This property was listed for sale on April 13, 2026 by Ely Realty, it's currently listed at $200,000. It has been on the market for a total of 59 days and was last sold on April 1, 2022. This listing's school district is St. Louis County School District. Nearby schools include Tower-Soudan Elementary School, Northeast Range Secondary and North Woods Secondary. 4994 Big Lake Road is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 400 sqft single family home built in 1950.

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