6848 Bear Island Rd

1,800 Sq. Ft.
$664 / Sq. Ft.
1,800
Sq. Ft.
$664
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled on 7 private acres with 225 feet of sandy Lake shoreline, this exceptional waterfront retreat offers the perfect blend of privacy, recreation, and year-round comfort. The main home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with warm Northwoods character, dual fuel heating, and in-floor heat for added comfort throughout the seasons. A separate 2 bedroom, 1 bath guest cottage with LP furnace provides ideal space for guests, extended family, or additional rental potential. Enjoy endless summer days on...Nestled on 7 private acres with 225 feet of sandy Lake shoreline, this exceptional waterfront retreat offers the perfect blend of privacy, recreation, and year-round comfort. The main home features 3 bedrooms and 2 baths with warm Northwoods character, dual fuel heating, and in-floor heat for added comfort throughout the seasons. A separate 2 bedroom, 1 bath guest cottage with LP furnace provides ideal space for guests, extended family, or additional rental potential. Enjoy endless summer days on the sandy beach frontage, perfect for swimming, boating, and lakeside entertaining. The property includes two private docks, a boathouse, sauna, gazebo, raspberry patch, apple trees, and strawberry plants, creating the ultimate lake lifestyle. Built for both adventure and convenience, the impressive 40x64 steel pole building features extra-thick steel construction, 14-foot ceilings, 5-inch reinforced concrete slab with rebar, oversized 12x12 and 10x12 doors, and two RV plug-ins. An additional 21x26 finished area houses an endless exercise pool with jets for year-round enjoyment. A heated garage adds even more functionality for storage, hobbies, or recreational equipment. This rare Island Lake property combines stunning natural beauty, quality construction, and unmatched amenities in one extraordinary package.
  1. Listed by Tom Little • RE/MAX Results
    P: (218)-310-3334 teallittle@aol.com

Property Details for 6848 Bear Island Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
Waterfront Features
Inland Lake
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 05/20/2026 08:00 PM

Property Details for 6848 Bear Island Road

StatusActive
MLS #6125374
Days on Compass15
Taxes$6,432 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built1993
Lot Size7.00 AC / 304,920 SF
CountySt. Louis County

Location

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Building Information for 6848 Bear Island Road

Stories1Year Built1993Building Size-Lot Size7.00 AC / 304,920 SF

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Property Information for 6848 Bear Island Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Use GPS.
  • Latitude: 47
  • Longitude: -92
  • Road Between Waterfront And Home: No
  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 225
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
  • Township: Duluth
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 14.0
  • Garage Type: Detached,Multiple
School Information
  • High School District: Hermantown #700
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Taxes With Assessments: 6466
  • Parcel Number: 365-0090-00160
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,432.00
  • Tax Legal Description: Maple Shores Lot 16, Block 1
  • Tax Year: 2026
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1800.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 1800.0
  • Living Area: 1800.0
  • Lot Size Acres: 7.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: irregular
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: 36x50+20x25
  • Other Structures: Boat House, Gazebo, Pole Building, Sauna, Screenhouse, Guest House
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 34
  • Land Access: ***
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Possession: Close Escrow
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1993
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Body Name: Island
  • Water Source: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Exterior Features: Dock, Patio, Pool
  • Foundation Details: N/A
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Basement: Slab
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: Ductless Mini-Split
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Dual Fuel/Off Peak, Fireplace(s), Forced Air, Ductless Mini-Split, Electric
  • Interior Features: Vaulted Ceilings, Drywall, Patio Door, Main Floor Laundry, Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Bath Description: 1/2 Main Floor,3/4 Main Floor,Full Main Floor
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomDescription: Granite countertops combined with dining
  • RoomLength: 20.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomWidth: 10.3
Room 2
  • RoomLength: 11.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Room 3
  • RoomLength: 11.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Guest House
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Room 4
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 11.0
Room 5
  • RoomDescription: Amazing views over looking the lake
  • RoomLength: 36.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 17.0
Room 6
  • RoomDescription: Guest house Two bedroom, 1 bath, Needs finnishing.
  • RoomLength: 26.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Other
  • RoomWidth: 20.0
Room 7
  • RoomLength: 9.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom 2
  • RoomWidth: 15.0
Room 8
  • RoomDescription: Boat house
  • RoomLength: 9.0
  • RoomType: Sauna
  • RoomWidth: 16.0
Room 9
  • RoomDescription: Screen house
  • RoomLength: 12.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom 3
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2026-05-19
  • 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 6848 Bear Island Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 19, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7076929

$1,195,000—
May 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7076929

—
May 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6125374

$1,195,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/19/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7076929

$1,195,000
05/19/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7076929

—
05/19/2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6125374

$1,195,000

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Public Records for 6848 Bear Island Road

Taxable ValueLand$147,500Additions$324,300Total$471,800
Tax Record2022$5,230 ($436 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,800 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,800 SqFtStories1StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1993CountyST. LOUISAPN365-6000-15820Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 6848 Bear Island Road

This home is within Hermantown Public School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Hermantown Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Hermantown Middle School
Public5 to 8

Hermantown Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Hermantown Alternative Learning Prg
Public9 to 12

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6848 Bear Island Road is a single family home for sale in Duluth, MN 55803. This property was listed for sale on May 19, 2026 by RE/MAX Results, it's currently listed at $1,195,000. This listing's school district is Hermantown Public School District. Nearby schools include Hermantown Elementary School, Hermantown Middle School and Hermantown Senior High School. 6848 Bear Island Road is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 1,800 sqft single family home built in 1993.

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