5165 Lester River Rd

2,964 Sq. Ft.
$280 / Sq. Ft.
2,964
Sq. Ft.
$280
per Sq. Ft.

Description

The Lester River Runs Through it… Located less than 15 minutes from Downtown on 10 acres of gorgeous, wooded land, this newer, 3+ bed, 3 bath farmhouse style home offers the best of country living with all of the modern conveniences. The main level of this home features an eat-in gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, a cozy sunroom with a fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows, a ¾ bath, a great room/ dining room combination, and pantry/laundry room. Also on the main level are fun, unique built-ins,...The Lester River Runs Through it… Located less than 15 minutes from Downtown on 10 acres of gorgeous, wooded land, this newer, 3+ bed, 3 bath farmhouse style home offers the best of country living with all of the modern conveniences. The main level of this home features an eat-in gourmet kitchen with high-end appliances, a cozy sunroom with a fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows, a ¾ bath, a great room/ dining room combination, and pantry/laundry room. Also on the main level are fun, unique built-ins, including a desk/office area and wet bar. Upstairs you’ll find a master bedroom with a spacious master bath, and a custom closet. You’ll also find 2 additional bedrooms, a bathroom, and 2 bonus areas for reading, exercising, or housing extra guests. Outside you’ll find beautiful landscaping with brick pavers, gorgeous trails, a sweet horsebarn which the current owners use as storage, and a pole building for all your extra toys. This home is more than a must see, it’s a must own!
  1. Listed by Tracy Ramsay • RE/MAX Results
    P: (218)-390-6747 tracy@tracyramsay.com

Property Details for 5165 Lester River Road

Architectural Style
Traditional
View
River
Waterfront Features
River
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING CLOSED: 06/26/2023 12:00 AM

Property Details for 5165 Lester River Road

StatusSold
MLS #6108395
Days on Compass4
Taxes$2,080 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built2005
Lot Size10.00 AC / 435,600 SF
CountySt. Louis County

Location

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Sold By Messina & Associates Real Estate

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Building Information for 5165 Lester River Road

Stories2Year Built2005Building Size-Lot Size10.00 AC / 435,600 SF

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Property Information for 5165 Lester River Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From E Superior St. head North on Lester River Rd just before Strand Rd on the Left
  • Latitude: 47
  • Longitude: -92
  • Road Between Waterfront And Home: No
  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 357
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Type: Attached
School Information
  • High School District: Duluth #709
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Parcel Number: 415-0010-06260
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,080.00
  • Tax Legal Description: N 1/2 OF S 1/2 OF NE 1/4 OF SE 1/4 SECTION 21 TOWNSHIP 51 RANGE 13 LAKEWOOD
  • Tax Year: 2023
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2964.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area: 2964.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 10.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 330 x 1330
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: 25 x 32 + 10 x 31 + ...
  • Other Structures: Barn(s), Pole Building, Storage Shed
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 25
  • Land Access: ***
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2005
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Body Name: Lester River
  • Water Source: Private
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Electric Expense: $559.00
  • Fuel Expense: $176.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Patio
  • Foundation Details: N/A
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
  • Basement: None
  • Bathrooms Full: 0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split
  • Fireplace Features: Gas
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: In Floor Heat, Ductless Mini-Split
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Walk-In Closet(s), Main Floor Laundry, Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
  • Basement Features: N/A
  • Bath Description: 3/4 Master,3/4 Main Floor,Private Master,3/4 Upper
  • Dining Room Type: Combine with Kitchen,Formal Dining Room
  • Extra Rooms: Den/Office,Family/Rec
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 0
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomDescription: So much space in this Entry!
  • RoomLength: 17.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Foyer
  • RoomWidth: 8.0
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: Gourmet Kitchen with Center Island, Breakfast Bar, Wolf Stove...too many great items in this kitchen to mention!
  • RoomLength: 15.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 3
  • RoomDescription: Cozy Fireplaced Sun Room!
  • RoomLength: 17.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Sun Room
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 4
  • RoomDescription: Great Room, surrounded by windows, with Dining Room space and doors out to your patio!
  • RoomLength: 30.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Great Room
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 5
  • RoomDescription: Main Floor Laundry Room with counter and cabinet storage!
  • RoomLength: 8.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 7.0
Room 6
  • RoomDescription: Upper Level Family Room ...such a great additional living space!
  • RoomLength: 19.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Family Room
  • RoomWidth: 15.0
Room 7
  • RoomDescription: TV, Sitting, Office space...so many uses for this area
  • RoomLength: 16.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Bonus Room
  • RoomWidth: 14.0
Room 8
  • RoomDescription: Your Primary Bedroom with 3/4 bath and walk-in closets
  • RoomLength: 24.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 9
  • RoomDescription: Upper Level Bedroom
  • RoomLength: 15.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 14.0
Room 10
  • RoomDescription: Upper Level Bedroom
  • RoomLength: 18.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2023-06-01
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Power Company: Minnesota Power
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Leased Land: Owned
  • Lender Owned: No
  • Rental License: No

Property History for 5165 Lester River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 26, 2023

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6108395

$830,000—
Jun 5, 2023

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6108395

—
Jun 1, 2023

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6108395

$799,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/26/2023

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6108395

$830,000
06/05/2023

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6108395

—
06/01/2023

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6108395

$799,900

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

Public Records for 5165 Lester River Road

Taxable ValueLand$116,500Additions$383,400Total$499,900
Tax Record2025$5,696 ($475 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,534 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,534 SqFtStories2Lot Size435,600 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2005CountyST. LOUISAPN415-0010-06260Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 5165 Lester River Road

This home is within Duluth Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lakewood Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ordean East Middle School
Public6 to 8

East Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Lakeside Academy
PublicK 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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