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Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $181,000 on Dec 14, 2015

12960 W RIDGE RD

ELY, MN 55731
2
Beds
1
Baths
832 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
4.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$181,000 · Dec 14, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,408 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$306,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$71,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$234,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$328,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$306,600

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.38
36
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
38
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
39
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Rustic
CountyLAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Pool W/Hot Tub/Spa
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.SaunaDeck · 64 ft²Porch · 192 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Two Harbors Secondary SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 56.7 mi
E
Minnehaha Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 58.5 mi

District: Lake Superior Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55731These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.57%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,010
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,740
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,169
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.37°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

12960 W Ridge Rd measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Smaller than 69% of homes in Ely 55731
  • Has a bigger lot than 76% of homes in Ely 55731
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Lake County

How it measures up in Ely 55731

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ely 55731.

Living area832 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,068 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size4.4 ac
SmallerTypical 1.19 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 12960 W Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEly 55731Lake County
Living areabigger than832 ft²31% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.4 ac76% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than200583% of homes84% of homes

About 12960 W Ridge Rd

When did 12960 W Ridge Rd, Ely, MN last sell?

12960 W Ridge Rd, Ely, MN last sold on Dec 14, 2015 for $181,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12960 W Ridge Rd, Ely, MN?

12960 W Ridge Rd, Ely, MN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 832 square feet of living space and a 4.40-acre lot.

When was 12960 W Ridge Rd, Ely, MN built?

12960 W Ridge Rd, Ely, MN was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12960 W Ridge Rd, Ely, MN?

12960 W Ridge Rd, Ely, MN is assigned to Two Harbors Secondary School (middle), rated B+; Minnehaha Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Lake Superior Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12960 W Ridge Rd, Ely, MN compare to other homes in Ely 55731?

Among the 5,981 homes in Ely 55731, it is bigger than 31% of them (832 ft² against a typical 1,068 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (4.4 ac against a typical 1.19 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (2005 against a typical 1976). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 12960 W Ridge Rd, Ely, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12960 W Ridge Rd, Ely, MN was $1,408. The county assessed it at $306,600.

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