5372 S Ely Island, Tower, MN 55790 - Photo 1

1/1

$210,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
2 Beds
647 Sq. Ft.

1/1

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 S Ely Island

General

Sold For: $210,000
Taxes: $1,495 (2026)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: 1402
MLS ID: 6123720
Added to Site: 226 day(s) ago

Interior

Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator

Rooms

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 2

Other Rooms

Dining Room: Combine with Living Room

Exterior

Exterior Features: Deck, Dock

Parking

Parking Features: None

Location

Area: R
County: St. Louis County
Township: Breitung township (St. Louis County)
Driving Directions: Via boat from closest boat launch at Stuntz Bay, 1.6 miles to property.

School Information

High School District: St. Louis County #2142

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: None
Heating Type: Baseboard, Electric

Utilities

Sewer: Outhouse
Water: Private

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch
Construction: Frame/Wood
Exterior Const.: Wood
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
Roof: Asphalt Shingle
Stories/Levels: 1.25
Square Feet: 647
Year Built: 1984

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Storage Shed

Lot Features

Property View: Inland Lake
Lot Size (Acres): 1
Lot Dimensions: 423 x 135
Frontage: None
Road Maintenance: ne
Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Tree Coverage - Light
Development Status: Previously Owned

Water Features

Water Front: Yes
Water View: Yes
Water Front Name: Vermilion
Water Front Desc.: Inland Lake
Lake Front: Yes

Financial Considerations

Price Per Sq. Ft.: $324.57
Tax Amount: $1,495
Tax Year: 2026

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee-Simple
Legal Description: Lot 4, Block 2, Stefanich Plat, Town of Breitung
Disclosures/Reports: Disc./Condition Report, Septic Disclosure
Property ID: 270-0116-00050
Section: 15

Listed and Sold by Vermilion Land Office, Inc

What's Your Home Worth?

* Indicates a required field

For a complimentary comparative market analysis, please contact us so we can discuss your home's value.

Your Property Information

Address optional

City *State *

Zip Code *

Your Contact Information

First Name *Last Name *

Email Address *

Phone Number *

Comment *

Yes, I would like more information. Please use and/or share my information with a Coldwell Banker ® affiliated agent to contact me about my real estate needs. By clicking Submit, I request to be contacted by phone or text message and consent to being contacted by automated means. I understand that my consent to receive calls or texts is not a condition of purchasing any property, goods, or services. Alternatively, I understand that I can access real estate services by email or I can contact the agent myself.

If an Coldwell Banker affiliated agent is not available in the area where I need assistance, I agree to be contacted by a real estate agent affiliated with another brand owned or licensed by Anywhere Real Estate (BHGRE®, CENTURY 21®, Corcoran®, ERA®, or Sotheby’s International Realty®). I acknowledge that I have read and agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Notice.

Listing agent

— 5372 S Ely Island —

Vermilion Land Office, Inc

***

Get Pre-Approved Today

Be ready to buy your new home!

with our affiliated lender

NMLS#: 1598647

Get Pre-Approved

Price & Sales History for 5372 S Ely Island

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/11/2026

Sold

$210,000

-8.7%

MLS

8/04/2026

Price Reduced

$230,000

-8%

MLS

7/01/2026

Price Reduced

$250,000

-10.39%

MLS

5/19/2026

Price Reduced

$279,000

-3.46%

MLS

2/18/2026

Listed

$289,000

—

MLS

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

7330 Honkola Rd, Embarrass, MN 55732 - Photo 1

Just Listed

$327,500

7330 Honkola Rd Embarrass, MN 55732

Single Family
Active
Updated 1 day ago

3
Beds
1
Total Bath
1,666
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Vermilion Land Office, Inc.

Tbd Hwy 135, Embarrass, MN 55732 - Photo 1

Just Listed

$47,500

Tbd Hwy 135 Embarrass, MN 55732

Single Family
Active
Updated 2 hours ago

432
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Vermilion Land Office Inc

15 Locust Dr, Babbitt, MN 55706 - Photo 1

Just Listed

$185,000

15 Locust Dr Babbitt, MN 55706

Single Family
Active
Updated 3 days ago

4
Beds
2
Total Baths
2,173
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Z'Up North Realty, Inc.

Just Listed

$145,000

7441 Hwy 53 Britt, MN 55710

Business
Active
Updated 4 hours ago

1,500
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Northland Realty

Price Reduced

-$1,000 (-6.29%)

$14,900

0 X Lehto Rd Britt, MN 55710

Lots/Land
Active
Updated 3 days ago

5
Acres

Listed by Beycome Brokerage Realty LLC

2667 Hwy 70, Babbitt, MN 55706 - Photo 1

Price Reduced

-$10,000 (-5.03%)

$189,000

2667 Hwy 70 Babbitt, MN 55706

Commercial
Active
Updated 6 days ago

2,840
Sq. Ft.
3.22
Acres

Listed by Z'Up North Realty, Inc.

8854 River Rd, Angora, MN 55703 - Photo 1

Price Reduced

-$10,000 (-2.27%)

$430,000

8854 River Rd Angora, MN 55703

Single Family
Active
Updated 4 days ago

3
Beds
1
Total Bath
1,656
Sq. Ft.

Listed by BIC Realty

8542 Ralph Rd, Angora, MN 55703 - Photo 1

Price Reduced

-$10,000 (-5.27%)

$179,900

8542 Ralph Rd Angora, MN 55703

Single Family
Active
Updated 1 day ago

3
Beds
2
Total Baths
1,188
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Edina Realty, Inc.

5372 Ely Island S, Tower, MN 55790 - Photo 1

Sold

$210,000

5372 Ely Island S Tower, MN 55790

Single Family
Closed

2
Beds
648
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Vermilion Land Office Inc
Vermilion Land Office Inc

Sold

$210,000

5372 Ely Island S Tower, MN 55790

Single Family
Closed

2
Beds
648
Sq. Ft.

Listed and Sold by Vermilion Land Office, Inc.

Sold

$192,000

50 Main St Soudan, MN 55782

Single Family
Closed

3
Beds
2
Total Baths
1,312
Sq. Ft.

Listed by z' Up North Realty
Anchor Realty

Sold

$192,000

50 Main St Soudan, MN 55782

Single Family
Closed

3
Beds
2
Total Baths
2,624
Sq. Ft.

Listed by Z' Up North Realty
Sold by Nonmember Office

5372 S Ely Island, Tower, MN 55790 (MLS# 6123720) is a Single Family property that was sold at $210,000 on September 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 5372 S Ely Island? 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.

5372 S Ely Island Tower, MN 55790