Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/18/2026
Listed
$289,000
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MLS
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Property Description
Escape to island living on Ely Island located on the legendary Lake Vermilion-one of Minnesota's most sought-after lakes. This adorable 2-bedrm cabin captures the true Up North experience with vaulted ceilings, warm knotty pine walls, and breathtaking island-studded views in every direction. Enjoy the privacy and serenity of boat-access cabin living with a quick, convenient commute from Stuntz Bay Public Boat Launch. Spend your days casting a line for world-class walleye and muskie, cruising the shoreline, or boating to lakeside restaurants and the charming harbor in the quaint town of Tower. Whether you are fishing at sunrise, exploring hidden bays, or simply relaxing on the deck taking in panoramic water views, this is an outdoor enthusiast's dream. An affordable opportunity to own on the one and only Lake Vermilion in Northern Minnesota. Start making memories today!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5372 Ely Island S
General
- Price: $289,000
- Taxes: $1,505 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: NorthStarMLS_RMLS
- MLS ID: 7024213
- Updated: 2/20/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Other Rooms
- Dining Room: Living/Dining Room
- Formal Dining Room: Living/Dining Room
Exterior
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck
Parking
- Parking Features: None
Location
- County: St. Louis
- Township: Tower
- Driving Directions: Via boat from Stuntz Bay which is 1.6 miles from property and closest boat launch.
School Information
- School District: 1046 - St. Louis County
- High School District: St. Louis County
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Baseboard
- Heating Fuel: Electric
Utilities
- Sewer: Outhouse
- Water: Private
Structural Information
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement Desc.: Crawlspace
- Foundation Size: 528
- Roof: Asphalt
- Disability Access: None
- Square Feet: 648
- Above Ground: 648 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1984
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Storage Shed
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1
- Lot Dimensions: 423 x 135
- Frontage: None
- Zoning: Shoreline, Residential-Single Family
- Lot Description: Accessible Shoreline, Medium Tree Coverage
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Lakefront
- Water Front Feet: 135
- Lake Front: Yes
- Lake Bottom: Gravel, Undeveloped
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,505
- Tax Year: 2025
- Terms: Conventional, Cash
Disclosures and Reports
- Legal Description: Lot 4, Block 2, Stefanich Plat, Town of Breitung
- Property ID: 270011600050
Listed by Vermilion Land Office, Inc.
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Price & Sales History for 5372 Ely Island S
Tax History
Tax History for 5372 Ely Island S
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$1,530
—
$133,200
16%
2025
$1,530
14%
$115,200
—
2024
$1,342
-5%
$115,200
17%
2023
$1,414
3%
$98,100
—
2022
$1,374
3%
$98,100
6%
2020
$1,338
5%
$92,500
1%
2019
$1,278
12%
$91,900
14%
2018
$1,138
4%
$80,700
3%
2017
$1,098
3%
$78,200
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2016
$1,068
6%
$78,200
10%
2015
$1,012
-3%
$71,300
—
2014
$1,046
-2%
$71,300
—
2013
$1,071
—
$71,300
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5372 Ely Island S, Tower, MN 55790 (MLS# 7024213) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 0 full bathrooms. 5372 Ely Island S is currently listed for $289,000 and was received on February 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 5372 Ely Island S? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Tower? You can browse all Tower real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.