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$228,491$644 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 45How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

206 E JAMES ST

ELY, MN 55731
1
Beds
0
Baths
355 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.
10 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2015
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$228K
$102K low$355K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$707 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$125,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$87,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$37,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$111,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$125,600

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.34
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
44
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.
61
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.6%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family 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.10.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
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

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 · 64.2 mi
E
Minnehaha Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 66.0 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

206 E James St 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Ely 55731
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Ely 55731
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Ely 55731

What homes are worth in Ely 55731

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$67K$874K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Ely 55731.

How it measures up in Ely 55731

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

Estimated value$228,491
CheaperTypical $219,800Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$644
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area355 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,064 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size10 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built2015
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 206 E James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEly 55731Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$228,49152% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$64495% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than355 ft²6% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10 ac88% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than201595% of homes93% of homes

About 206 E James St

How much is 206 E James St, Ely, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 206 E James St, Ely, MN is $228,491 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $101,741 to $355,241. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 206 E James St, Ely, MN last sell?

206 E James St, Ely, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 206 E James St, Ely, MN?

206 E James St, Ely, MN has 1 bedrooms, 355 square feet of living space and a 10.00-acre lot.

When was 206 E James St, Ely, MN built?

206 E James St, Ely, MN was built in 2015, making it 11 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 206 E James St, Ely, MN?

206 E James St, 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 206 E James St, Ely, MN compare to other homes in Ely 55731?

Among the 5,982 homes in Ely 55731, it is worth more than 52% of them ($228,491 against a typical $219,800), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($644 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 6% of them (355 ft² against a typical 1,064 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (10 ac against a typical 1.18 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2015 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 41% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 206 E James St, Ely, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 206 E James St, Ely, MN was $707. The county assessed it at $125,600.

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