lot 6 Snowbank Lake Rd

Ely, MN 55731

$249,000
Price
2
Beds
810 Sq. Ft.
$307 / Sq. Ft.
810
Sq. Ft.
$307
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Gorgeous cabin on crystal clear Snowbank Lake aprox 22 miles NE of Ely at the end of the Fernberg Road! This fantastic and extremely well-built cabin is water access only (no road) for ultimate privacy, and on a US Forest Service leased land site on the western shore of Snowbank Lake and right near the portage into Flash Lake. The big water views of the lake are phenomenal, including distant views of Disappointment Mountain...deep in the wilderness! The cabin has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. The living...Gorgeous cabin on crystal clear Snowbank Lake aprox 22 miles NE of Ely at the end of the Fernberg Road! This fantastic and extremely well-built cabin is water access only (no road) for ultimate privacy, and on a US Forest Service leased land site on the western shore of Snowbank Lake and right near the portage into Flash Lake. The big water views of the lake are phenomenal, including distant views of Disappointment Mountain...deep in the wilderness! The cabin has 2 bedrooms and 1 bath. The living room with stone fireplace/dining area/kitchen, and deck all face the lake with unforgettable views. The whole cabin is finished with beautiful native woods and hardwood flooring. Vaulted and beamed ceilings. Cabin presently has a lake water system that serve the kitchen sink, and a shower and sink in the bathroom. The grey water septic system is in need of upgrading and a future buyer can decide to upgrade, or decommission the water system. Composting toilet. A state of the art solar power system takes care of all the cabin needs. Nice storage building. Dock. Snowbank Lake is a large clear water lake 22 miles east of Ely and at the end of the road, and right where the Boundary Waters Wilderness Area begins. In fact, the northern 2/3 of the lake is fully inside the official boundaries of the wilderness area, offering fantastic access by canoe or boat and motor (25 HP limit inside the wilderness portion). The lake is famous for its great fishing for walleye, lake trout, smallmouth bass, and others! The cabin is fully furnished and ready to go for your enjoyment on this epic wilderness lake!
  1. Listed by Patricia Bulinski • Bear Island Realty LLC
    P: (218)-349-5595 trishab@citlink.net
  2. Listed by Jeff Hway • Bear Island Realty LLC
    P: (218)-349-0906 jeff@bearislandrealty.com

Property Details for Lot 6 Snowbank Lake Road

Architectural Style
Rustic
Waterfront Features
Inland Lake
Waterfront YN
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 10/23/2025 02:19 PM

Property Details for Lot 6 Snowbank Lake Road

StatusActive
MLS #6121957
Days on Compass120
Taxes$1,345 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeOther
MLS TypeResidential / Seasonal
Year Built1960
Lot Size0.70 AC / 30,491 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for Lot 6 Snowbank Lake Road

Stories1Residences-Year Built1960Lot Size0.70 AC / 30,491 SF

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$1,342 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,230

Property Taxes

$112

HOA Dues

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Property Information for Lot 6 Snowbank Lake Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Water Access Only & Property Shown by Appointment Only Property is located on West Shore of Snowbank Lake just South of the Flash Lake Portage.
  • Latitude: 48
  • Longitude: -91
  • Road Between Waterfront And Home: No
  • Waterfront Access: Private
  • Waterfrontage Feet: 148
  • MLSArea Major: LSAR
Parking
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage Type: None
School Information
  • High School District: Ely #696
Taxes and HOA
  • Association YN: No
  • Taxes With Assessments: 1430
  • Parcel Number: 28-9600-00050
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,345.00
  • Tax Legal Description: Lot 6 Snowbank Lake
  • Tax Year: 2025
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Lot Information
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 810.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area: 810.0
  • Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Many Trees, High, Level, BWCA Access
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.7
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 111 x 231 x 148 x 272
  • Basement Square Feet: ***
  • Construction Type: Frame/Wood,Log Home
  • Foundation Dimensions: 20.5 x 39.5
  • Other Structures: Storage Shed
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Previously Owned
  • Assessment Balance: 85
  • Land Access: ***
  • Property Adjoins Public Land: Yes
  • Remodeled Addition: Yes
  • Property Sub Type: Seasonal
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1960
Utilities
  • Sewer: Compost
  • Water Body Name: Snowbank
  • Water Source: Private
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Log, Stone, Wood
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Foundation Details: N/A
  • Roof: Metal
  • Stories Total: 1
Interior Features
  • Basement: Posts
  • Bathrooms Full: 0
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms One Quarter: 0
  • Bathrooms Three Quarter: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace YN: Yes
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Wood, Propane
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floors, Natural Woodwork, Skylight(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings
  • Bath Description: 3/4 Main Floor
  • Main Floor Bedroom: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • RoomDescription: Original field stone wood burning fireplace with Bellfire refractory insert & quartz glass doors, skylight, Birch walls, & Tucson gas-fired stove.
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 2
  • RoomDescription: Oven/Range & Refrigerator
  • RoomLength: 13.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomWidth: 6.0
Room 3
  • RoomDescription: Skylight, Original ceiling/beams, newer birch walls & windows, original wood floor.
  • RoomLength: 11.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomWidth: 9.0
Room 4
  • RoomDescription: Newer 22 x 14 Addition, birch walls, engineered wood floor, ceiling fan, Scan wood burning free standing fireplace.
  • RoomLength: 21.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Great Room
  • RoomWidth: 13.0
Room 5
  • RoomDescription: Outside porch with overhang and beautiful stone face & steps
  • RoomLength: 20.5
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Porch
  • RoomWidth: 5.0
Room 6
  • RoomDescription: Composting toilet, corner shower surround, and pedestal sink.
  • RoomLength: 5.0
  • RoomLevel: Main
  • RoomType: Bathroom
  • RoomWidth: 6.0
Agent
Agent Information
  • Listing Agent Primary Office: ***
Sale and Listing
  • Auction: No
  • Auction End Date: ***
  • LVTDate: 2025-09-17
  • Management Company: ***
  • Management Company Phone Email: ***
  • Power Company: None
  • Transaction Type: For Sale
Rental
Rent Information
  • Land Lease Amount: $3,700.00
  • Leased Land: Leased
  • Lender Owned: No

Property History for Lot 6 Snowbank Lake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 9, 2025

Price Change

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121957

$249,000—
Aug 29, 2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121957

$279,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/09/2025

Price Change

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121957

$249,000
08/29/2025

Listed (Active)

Lake Superior Area REALTORS #6121957

$279,000

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Schools near Lot 6 Snowbank Lake Road

This home is within Lake Superior Public School Dist..
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
William Kelley Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Kelley Secondary
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
William Kelley Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Kelley Secondary
Public7 to 12

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More information about Lot 6 Snowbank Lake Road, Ely, MN 55731

Lot 6 Snowbank Lake Road is for sale in Ely, MN 55731. This property was listed for sale on August 29, 2025 by Bear Island Realty LLC, it's currently listed at $249,000. This listing's school district is Lake Superior Public School Dist.. Nearby schools include William Kelley Elementary School and Kelley Secondary. Lot 6 Snowbank Lake Road is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 810 sqft built in 1960.

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