139 Howard Gnesen Rd, Duluth, MN 55811 - Photo 1

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$1,300,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,956 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage
Updated 4 days ago

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Property Description

One-of-a-Kind Artisan Estate, rarely does a property redefine the standards of luxury and craftsmanship, but this one-owner estate does exactly that. Handcrafted by true Artisan and recognized by the Duluth Preservation Alliance, this custom 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home took four years of precise, meticulous construction to complete. It represents a level of thought, design, and care that simply cannot be matched. Exquisite Architectural Masterpiece. The 3BR/2BA residence is a showcase of museum-quality details and historic materials, curated and shaped by Doug McCorison himself: Historic Timbers: Hundreds-of-years-old Douglas Fir Timbers frame the interior spaces. Global Materials: Framing lumber was sourced directly from the Black Forest in Germany. Geometric Artistry: A striking round dining room serves as a central structural masterpiece. Exterior Excellence: Premium cedar siding is accented by custom redwood moldings and copper trim. Century-Grade Roof: Engineered to last with 80-year shingles, copper flashing, and copper gutters. A Fairy Tale Setting in the City Nestled on 2.34 private acres; the grounds offer total natural immersion while remaining right in town. The estate feels lifted from a fairy tale, surrounded by: Lush, mature woods and moss-covered bluffs. A peaceful private pond and dramatic rocky outcroppings. Direct adjacency to approximately 200 acres of protected green space for world-class hiking and skiing. Premium Outbuildings & Versatile Spaces. The estate functions as a multi-structured compound, perfect for guests, creators, or hobbyists: The "Lighthouse": An adorable, fully detached guest house full of character. The Studio: A bright, flexible workspace located above the detached garage. The Workshop: A spacious 2-car garage equipped for serious projects and storage.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 139 Howard Gnesen Rd

General

Sold For: $1,300,000
Taxes: $8,848 (2026)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: 1402
MLS ID: 6126315
Added to Site: 96 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Eat In Kitchen, Hardwood Floors, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Tiled Floors, Vaulted Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Drywall, Foyer-Entrance, Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Gas
Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
3/4 Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

Dining Room: Eat-In Kitchen, Formal Dining Room

Exterior

Exterior Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Porch

Parking

Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gravel

Location

Area: R
County: St. Louis County
Driving Directions: North on Howard Gnesen, property is just before Middle Road. Sign on property.

School Information

High School District: Duluth #709

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air
Heating Type: Fireplace(s), In Floor Heat, Radiant, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Private Sewer
Water: Drilled

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Traditional
Construction: Concrete Block, Earth Home, Frame/Wood, Poured Concrete
Exterior Const.: Cement Board, Block, Other, Stone, Stucco, Wood
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Crawl Space, None
Foundation: Concrete, Other, Stone
Stories/Levels: 2
Square Feet: 1,956
Year Built: 2006

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Storage Shed, Guest House

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 2.34
Lot Dimensions: 2.34 ACRES
Frontage: City Street
Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Tree Coverage - Medium, Pond(s)
Development Status: Previously Owned

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $664.62
Tax Amount: $8,848
Tax Year: 2026
Terms: Cash, Conventional

Disclosures and Reports

Legal Description: LOTS 94 - 98, NORTON'S ACRE OUTLOTS, EXCEPT THOSE PARTS OF LOT 94 & 95 LYING N ON A DIVISION LINE.
Property ID: 010-3470-01010

Listed by Adolphson Real Estate
Sold by Messina & Associates Real Estate

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Schools

Schools serving 139 Howard Gnesen Rd

School District:Duluth Public School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Homecroft Elementary School 4784 Howard Gnesen Road, Duluth, MN 55803	PK-5	1.7 mi
Ordean East Middle School 2900 East 4th Street, Duluth, MN 55812	6-8	2.4 mi
East Senior High School 301 North 40th Avenue East, Duluth, MN 55804	9-12	3.2 mi

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Price & Sales History for 139 Howard Gnesen Rd

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/22/2026

Sold

$1,300,000

8.33%

MLS

6/23/2026

Listed

$1,200,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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