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285 SHADY LN

ELY, MN 55731
1
Beds
1
Baths
624 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.
8.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,461 (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.$605,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$451,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$154,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$519,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$605,100

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.40
50
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
32
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.
60
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.39 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.8.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Log
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.SaunaDeck · 192 ft²Porch · 32 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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 SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 62.6 mi
E
Minnehaha Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 64.4 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

285 Shady Ln 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 82% of homes in Ely 55731
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% 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.

Living area624 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,076 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size8.2 ac
SmallerTypical 1.17 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 285 Shady Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEly 55731Lake County
Living areabigger than624 ft²18% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than8.2 ac85% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than198258% of homes54% of homes

About 285 Shady Ln

When did 285 Shady Ln, Ely, MN last sell?

285 Shady Ln, Ely, MN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 285 Shady Ln, Ely, MN?

285 Shady Ln, Ely, MN has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 624 square feet of living space and a 8.20-acre lot.

When was 285 Shady Ln, Ely, MN built?

285 Shady Ln, Ely, MN was built in 1982, making it 44 years old. It is a rustic home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 285 Shady Ln, Ely, MN?

285 Shady Ln, Ely, MN is assigned to Two Harbors Secondary School (middle), rated C; 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 285 Shady Ln, Ely, MN compare to other homes in Ely 55731?

Among the 5,982 homes in Ely 55731, it is bigger than 18% of them (624 ft² against a typical 1,076 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (8.2 ac against a typical 1.17 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1982 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 285 Shady Ln, Ely, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 285 Shady Ln, Ely, MN was $3,461. The county assessed it at $605,100.

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