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Last Sold Price
3 beds2,500 sqft
5427 McDonnell Rd, Duluth, MN 55804
Single FamilyProperty Type
5.89 acresLot Size
1915Year Built
$250/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Situated literally on the bank of the Talmadge River with a deck overlooking the flowing water below, this stunning log home built in 1915 and extensively remodeled in 2000 is a one-in-a-million property. Featuring giant timbers, natural wood ceilings, maple floors, a handsome stone fireplace, new windows, granite counters, and decks/pavers around the entire exterior, this 3 bdrm, 3.5 bath home also boasts a spacious master suite with sitting room & large tiled shower. The huge 3 car garage is att....Situated literally on the bank of the Talmadge River with a deck overlooking the flowing water below, this stunning log home built in 1915 and extensively remodeled in 2000 is a one-in-a-million property. Featuring giant timbers, natural wood ceilings, maple floors, a handsome stone fireplace, new windows, granite counters, and decks/pavers around the entire exterior, this 3 bdrm, 3.5 bath home also boasts a spacious master suite with sitting room & large tiled shower. The huge 3 car garage is att. to a 2 story storage space w/ sauna, too. Sitting on 7.5 acres amongst the white pines at the end of the road, the home affords incredible serenity and privacy while only 15 minutes from downtown. More pics on virtual tour.
  • Listed by: Casey Knutson Carbert 218.348.7325 caseycarbert@gmail.com • Edmunds Company, LLP
Listing closed: 03/06/2009 12:00 AM • Source: Lake Superior Area REALTORS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 144438

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Avg days on market

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Property Information for 5427 McDonnell Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $4,795 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Detached
  • Architectural Style: Log
  • View: River
  • Waterfront Features: River
  • Waterfront YN: Yes
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Lot Size: 5.89 AC / 256,676 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: N on Expressway Hwy 61, L on McDonnell Rd (first left after Lakewood Rd) to end
  • Latitude: 47
  • Longitude: -92
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 500
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 3.0
  • Garage Type: Detached
School Information
  • High School District: Duluth #709
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Parcel Number: 415-0010-03900
  • Tax Annual Amount: $4,795.34
  • Tax Legal Description: tract of land in south east quarterof NW quarter--please see agent remarks
  • Tax Year: 2008
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2100.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 400.0
  • Living Area: 2500.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: irr 356 x 721
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: 36 x 30+11x16
  • Other Structures: Sauna, Storage Shed
Property and Assessments
  • Land Access: ***
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1915
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Body Name: Talmadge River
  • Water Source: Private
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Monthly Heat Cost: 0
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Log, Stone, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Porch
  • Foundation Details: Concrete
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Hot Water, Wood, Oil, Electric
  • Interior Features: Eat In Kitchen, Natural Woodwork, Skylight(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Basement Features: Partially Finished
  • Bath Description: Private Master
  • Dining Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen,Formal Dining Room
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomLength: 24.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 16.0
Room 2
  • RoomLength: 17.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 3
  • RoomLength: 18.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 4
  • RoomLength: 15.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Sun Room
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Room 5
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Family Room
  • RoomWidth: 15.0
Room 6
  • RoomLength: 6.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Foyer
  • RoomWidth: 4.0
Room 7
  • RoomLength: 10.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 14.0
Room 8
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Second
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 30.0
Room 9
  • RoomLength: 16.0
  • RoomLevel: Second
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 14.0
Room 10
  • RoomLength: 10.0
  • RoomLevel: Second
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Leased Land: Owned

Property History for 5427 McDonnell Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 6, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280737886

$626,000
Mar 6, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280737886

$626,000

+2.3% / yr

Mar 6, 2009

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1574467

$626,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/06/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280737886

$626,000
03/06/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #280737886

$626,000

+2.3% / yr

03/06/2009

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #1574467

$626,000

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

Public Records for 5427 McDonnell Road

Taxable ValueLand$112,200Additions$544,800Total$657,000
Tax Record2026$7,700 ($642 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.8Total Finished SqFt2,902 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,084 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt818 SqFtStories1Lot Size87,120 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1915Year Renovated1983ZoningRESCountyST. LOUISAPN415-0010-03900

Schools near 5427 McDonnell 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 - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lester Park Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Ordean East Middle School
Public6 to 8

East Senior High School
Public9 to 12

ALC SWS East
Public9 to 12

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 5427 McDonnell Road, Duluth, MN 55804
$626,000
3
2,500
256,676
$605,000
4
3,102
792,792
$560,000
4
3,440
792,792
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1.75
1,639
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2,312
666,468

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