6944 Bear Island Rd

2,343 Sq. Ft.
$420 / Sq. Ft.
2,343
Sq. Ft.
$420
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Pristine Island Lake retreat with 270 feet of waterfront on 2 acres! This stunning 3+ bedroom, 3-bath home offers a bright, sunny main floor with an open-concept living, kitchen, and dining area featuring south facing panoramic lake views through a wall of windows and glass doors leading to the lakeside deck. The all-new kitchen showcases beautiful cherry cabinets, Cambria countertops, a center island, and stainless appliances, and flows seamlessly into the living room with a new wood-burning stove....Pristine Island Lake retreat with 270 feet of waterfront on 2 acres! This stunning 3+ bedroom, 3-bath home offers a bright, sunny main floor with an open-concept living, kitchen, and dining area featuring south facing panoramic lake views through a wall of windows and glass doors leading to the lakeside deck. The all-new kitchen showcases beautiful cherry cabinets, Cambria countertops, a center island, and stainless appliances, and flows seamlessly into the living room with a new wood-burning stove. The main floor also includes a convenient mudroom/laundry, a ¾ bath, and a bedroom. Upstairs, newer wool carpeting runs throughout, with a nicely sized bedroom featuring a ¾ en suite bath, and a spectacular primary suite with vaulted ceilings, two sliders to a private deck, a full bath with deep soaking tub, and a generous 7x8 walk-in closet. The newly finished lower level offers a spacious rec room with high end LVT flooring, a den/office that could serve as a nonconforming bedroom, and a utility room. Outside, you’ll love the beautifully landscaped yard with a boulder enclosed fire pit area, raised garden beds, a woodchip walking trail, and a 2+ car garage. Additional highlights include a newer roof and a new furnace. A rare opportunity to enjoy peaceful waterfront living—this immaculate Island Lake home is truly one to see!
  1. Listed by Casey Knutson Carbert • Edmunds Company, LLP • ***

Property Details for 6944 Bear Island Road

Architectural Style
Traditional
View
Inland Lake, Panoramic
Waterfront Features
Inland Lake
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 03/17/2026 08:01 PM

Property Details for 6944 Bear Island Road

StatusActive
MLS #6123713
Days on Compass33
Taxes$5,844 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Detached
Year Built2002
Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF
CountySt. Louis County

Location

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Building Information for 6944 Bear Island Road

Stories2Year Built2002Building Size-Lot Size2.00 AC / 87,120 SF

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Property Information for 6944 Bear Island Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Lavaque Rd, left on Fish Lake Rd, right on Taft, right on Bear Island Rd.
  • Latitude: 47
  • Longitude: -92
  • Road Between Waterfront And Home: No
  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 270
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
  • Township: Duluth
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Type: Detached
School Information
  • High School District: Hermantown #700
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Parcel Number: 365-0019-00470
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,844.00
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 10, Block 3 APPLE LAKE ESTATES
  • Tax Year: 2026
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1680.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 663.0
  • Building Area Total: 2343.0
  • Living Area: 2343.0
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Lot Size Acres: 2.0
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Irreg
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood
  • Foundation Dimensions: 26x30
  • Other Structures: Storage Shed
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 34
  • Land Access: ***
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2002
Utilities
  • Sewer: Private Sewer
  • Water Body Name: Island
  • Water Source: Private
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Electric Expense: $110.00
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Construction Materials: Steel Siding
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Dock
  • Foundation Details: Insulated Form
  • Stories Total: 2
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), In Floor Heat, Propane
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Tiled Floors, Main Floor Laundry
  • Laundry Features: Main Level
  • Basement Features: Finished,Den/Office,Family/Rec Room,Utility Room
  • Bath Description: Full Master,3/4 Main Floor,3/4 Upper
  • Dining Room Type: Combine with Kitchen,Combine with Living Room
  • Extra Rooms: Non-Conforming Bedroom
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
  • Mechanicals: Air to Air Exchange,Sump Pump
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomLength: 15.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Bathroom
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 2
  • RoomLength: 18.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 3
  • RoomLength: 10.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 9.0
Room 4
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Room 5
  • RoomLength: 25.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 12.0
Room 6
  • RoomDescription: Private primary bath
  • RoomLength: 11.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Office
  • RoomWidth: 10.0
Room 7
  • RoomLength: 23.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Recreation Room
  • RoomWidth: 23.0
Room 8
  • RoomLength: 11.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Bedroom 2
  • RoomWidth: 9.0
Room 9
  • RoomLength: 10.0
  • RoomLevel: Upper
  • RoomType: Bedroom 3
  • RoomWidth: 7.0
Room 10
  • RoomLength: 14.0
  • RoomLevel: Lower
  • RoomType: Utility Room
  • RoomWidth: 8.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2026-02-19
  • 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 6944 Bear Island Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 19, 2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7020116

$984,900
Feb 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7020116

Feb 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6123713

$984,900
Aug 22, 2014

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6010590

$357,000
Aug 8, 2014

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6010590

May 3, 2014

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6010590

$389,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/19/2026

Price Change

NorthStar #7020116

$984,900
02/19/2026

Listed (Active)

NorthStar #7020116

02/19/2026

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6123713

$984,900
08/22/2014

Sold

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6010590

$357,000
08/08/2014

Pending

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6010590

05/03/2014

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6010590

$389,900

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

Public Records for 6944 Bear Island Road

Taxable ValueLand$143,400Additions$254,700Total$398,100
Tax Record2022$4,428 ($369 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt1,620 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,620 SqFtStories2StyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2002CountyST. LOUISAPN365-6000-02800Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 6944 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

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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6944 Bear Island Road is a single family home for sale in Duluth, MN 55803. This property was listed for sale on February 19, 2026 by Edmunds Company, LLP, it's currently listed at $984,900. It has been on the market for a total of 33 days and was last sold on August 22, 2014. This listing's school district is Hermantown Public School District. Nearby schools include Hermantown Elementary School, Hermantown Middle School and Hermantown Senior High School. 6944 Bear Island Road is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,343 sqft single family home built in 2002.

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