517 E 5th St

4
Baths
2,178 Sq. Ft.
$161 / Sq. Ft.
2,178
Sq. Ft.
$161
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This building offers classic Duluth charm with strong income potential in the heart of Central Hillside. This 1911 multi-family property features approximately 2,178 sq ft with four total units, offering a mix of 5 bedrooms and 4 baths across the building, creating excellent flexibility for tenants or an owner-occupant. High ceilings, large windows, and an efficient floor plan give each unit a bright, comfortable feel. Residents appreciate the urban convenience of this location, just minutes from...This building offers classic Duluth charm with strong income potential in the heart of Central Hillside. This 1911 multi-family property features approximately 2,178 sq ft with four total units, offering a mix of 5 bedrooms and 4 baths across the building, creating excellent flexibility for tenants or an owner-occupant. High ceilings, large windows, and an efficient floor plan give each unit a bright, comfortable feel. Residents appreciate the urban convenience of this location, just minutes from downtown, the medical district, colleges, and Lakewalk access, with nearby transit, parks, and local amenities enhancing everyday living. The compact lot keeps exterior maintenance manageable while still providing a sense of neighborhood streetscape and walkability. Whether you are expanding your portfolio or looking for a well-located property with established rental history, 517 E 5th St stands out as a solid, centrally situated Duluth opportunity.
  1. Listed by Tracy Ramsay • RE/MAX Results
    P: (218)-390-6747 tracy@tracyramsay.com
  2. Listed by Deena Shykes • RE/MAX Results
    P: (218)-464-3369 deenashykes@yahoo.com

Property Details for 517 East 5th Street

Waterfront YN
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/30/2026 12:25 PM

Property Details for 517 East 5th Street

StatusActive
MLS #6123479
Days on Compass1
Taxes$4,450 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeResidential Income / Fourplex
Year Built1911
Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,742 SF
CountySt. Louis County

Location

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Building Information for 517 East 5th Street

Stories2Residences4Year Built1911Building Size-Lot Size0.04 AC / 1,742 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,076 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,705

Property Taxes

$371

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 517 East 5th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: North 6th Ave W turn right onto E 5th, property will be on the left.
  • Latitude: 47
  • Longitude: -92
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Type: None
School Information
  • High School District: Duluth #709
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Parcel Number: 010-1010-00870
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,450.00
  • Tax Legal Description: DULUTH PROPER 1ST DIVISION EAST 5TH STREET W 1/2 EX N 67 FT LOT 0089
  • Tax Year: 2025
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2178.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area: 2178.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.04
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 25X73
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Condo Type: Up & Down
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: 22x44+22x44+6x8+7x11+5x22
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 29
  • Possession: Subject To Tenant Rights
  • Property Sub Type: Fourplex
  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Year Built: 1911
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: City
Multi Family
Multi Family Information
  • Number Of Units Total: 4
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Unit Fireplace: No
  • Unit Full Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Leased: Yes
  • Unit Lease Expiration Date: 2026-10-28
  • Unit Level: Upper Front
  • Unit Number: Upper Front
  • Unit One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Square Footage: 500
  • Unit Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $925.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 1
  • Unit Type Description: Tenant pays $10 monthly for garbage per person, landlord pays ALL other utilities
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 1
Unit 2
  • Unit Full Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Leased: Yes
  • Unit Lease Expiration Date: 2026-07-26
  • Unit Level: Lower
  • Unit Number: Lower Front
  • Unit One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Square Footage: 350
  • Unit Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $800.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 1
  • Unit Type Description: Tenant pays $10 monthly for garbage per person, landlord pays ALL other utilities. Combined living/kitchen area.
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 2
Unit 3
  • Unit Full Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Leased: Yes
  • Unit Lease Expiration Date: 2026-04-27
  • Unit Level: Lower Back Side
  • Unit Number: Lower Back Side
  • Unit One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Square Footage: 500
  • Unit Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $1,100.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Unit Type Description: 2 bedroom unit with a bedroom, bathroom, kitchen and living room on one level and a stairway to a large bedroom.
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 3
Unit 4
  • Unit Full Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Leased: Yes
  • Unit Level: Upper Back Side
  • Unit Number: Upper Back Side
  • Unit One Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Square Footage: 350
  • Unit Three Quarter Bathrooms: 0
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $725.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 1
  • Unit Type Description: Tenant pays $10 monthly for garbage per person, landlord pays ALL other utilities. Combined living/kitchen area.
  • Unit Type Type: Unit 4
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Metal
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior Features
  • Basement: Full
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2026-01-30
  • 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: Yes
  • Tenant Pays: Trash Collection

Property History for 517 East 5th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6123479

$349,900—
Sep 2, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472630555

$290,000

+6.6% / yr

Sep 2, 2021

Sold

NorthStar #6024176

$290,000—
Sep 2, 2021

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6098316

$290,000—
Jul 17, 2021

Pending

NorthStar #6024176

—
Jul 17, 2021

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6098316

—
Jul 12, 2021

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6024176

$265,000—
Jul 12, 2021

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6098316

$265,000—
Oct 23, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280709706

$119,900—
Oct 23, 2007

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #135076

$119,900—
Sep 5, 2007

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #135076

—
Jul 25, 2007

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #135076

$119,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/29/2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6123479

$349,900
09/02/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472630555

$290,000

+6.6% / yr

09/02/2021

Sold

NorthStar #6024176

$290,000
09/02/2021

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6098316

$290,000
07/17/2021

Pending

NorthStar #6024176

—
07/17/2021

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6098316

—
07/12/2021

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #6024176

$265,000
07/12/2021

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6098316

$265,000
10/23/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280709706

$119,900
10/23/2007

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #135076

$119,900
09/05/2007

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #135076

—
07/25/2007

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #135076

$119,900

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

Public Records for 517 East 5th Street

Taxable ValueLand$65,200Additions$201,200Total$266,400
Tax Record2025$4,450 ($371 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt2,178 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,178 SqFtStories3Lot Size1,825 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Res (5+ Units)Year Built1911Year Renovated1980ZoningR3CountyST. LOUISAPN010-1010-00870

Schools near 517 East 5th Street

This home is within Duluth Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Myers-Wilkins Elementary
PublicPK to 5

Lincoln Park Middle School
Public6 to 8

Denfeld Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Duluth Area Learning Center
Public6 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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517 East 5th Street is a multi-family home for sale in Duluth, MN 55805. This property was listed for sale on January 29, 2026 by RE/MAX Results, it's currently listed at $349,900. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on September 2, 2021. This listing's school district is Duluth Public School District. Nearby schools include Myers-Wilkins Elementary, Lincoln Park Middle School and Denfeld Senior High School. 517 East 5th Street is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 2,178 sqft multi-family home built in 1911.

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