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Seasonal, Cabin, Vacation ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $695,000 on Jun 27, 2024

3945 SWANSON SHORES RD

ELY, MN 55731
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,152 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.
1.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$695,000 · Jun 27, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,444 (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.$632,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$225,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$406,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$604,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$632,100

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 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
CountyST. LOUIS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Log
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.SaunaDeck · 256 ft²Porch · 574 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.

E
Tower-Soudan Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 8.1 mi
M
Northeast Range Secondary SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 9.6 mi

District: St. Louis County 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

3945 Swanson Shores 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in St. Louis 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 area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,064 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size1.4 ac
SmallerTypical 1.19 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

How 3945 Swanson Shores Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEly 55731St. Louis County
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²57% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.4 ac53% of homes68% of homes

About 3945 Swanson Shores Rd

When did 3945 Swanson Shores Rd, Ely, MN last sell?

3945 Swanson Shores Rd, Ely, MN last sold on Jun 27, 2024 for $695,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3945 Swanson Shores Rd, Ely, MN?

3945 Swanson Shores Rd, Ely, MN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 1.40-acre lot.

What schools serve 3945 Swanson Shores Rd, Ely, MN?

3945 Swanson Shores Rd, Ely, MN is assigned to Tower-Soudan Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Northeast Range Secondary School (middle), rated B. All sit in St. Louis County School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3945 Swanson Shores Rd, Ely, MN compare to other homes in Ely 55731?

Among the 5,982 homes in Ely 55731, it is bigger than 57% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,064 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 53% of them (1.4 ac against a typical 1.19 ac). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 3945 Swanson Shores Rd, Ely, MN?

The 2026 property tax bill for 3945 Swanson Shores Rd, Ely, MN was $6,444. The county assessed it at $632,100.

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