Courtesy: Wildwoods Land Company
218-365-3665
Fall Lake West Lotsâ?¦..first time offered to the public. This large lot of +-4.4 acres with +-235 feet of rocky, but level shoreline, is located in a quiet bay on the south side of Fall Lake. There are two possible building sites with lake views through Birch, Maple and Aspen. There is an elevated site closer to the road and one with a more gentle approach to the lakeshore on the western side of the lot. A seasonal creek runs through the property. The shoreline is level but rocky. The parcel is surveyed, has power at property edge and has been approved for septic. Close to town but with direct access to the BWCAW.
Courtesy: Wildwoods Land Company
218-365-3665
First time on the market. This Fall Lake lot has +-3.9 acres with a large building site that sits off the water. From there it's just a short walk towards the level +-205' of shoreline. Fall Lake is a popular entry point into Basswood Lake and the BWCA. At over 6 miles long and 2,322 acres, Fall Lake offers countless fishing and recreational opportunities. This heavily wooded parcel with mixed tree coverage. Surveyed, power and approved for septic.
Courtesy: Wildwoods Land Company
218-365-3665
Garden Lake lot with stunning views. This +-2.2 acre lot is located on the north side of Garden Lake with a sunny southern exposure. There is a large federally owned island out in front of the slightly elevated building site. Mixed tree coverage with some pine along the +-220' of rocky shoreline. The lot has been surveyed and power is on site. The lot is approved for septic and is just waiting for you to start construction of your home or vacation cabin.
Courtesy: Wildwoods Land Company
218-365-3665
This Garden Lake property is one of the few parcels available right now. It has a great location...being just a few minutes from Ely and at the entrance of the Fernberg Road. This +-2.1 acre property features +-245 feet of Garden Lake shoreline with a mix of birch, aspen and pine. Ledge rock outcropping is blended in with the rolling terrain to give beautiful views of Garden Lake and direct water access to the BWCA. This surveyed parcel has two septic-approved sites and a developed road to the property edge. Electric and telephone available. Being on Garden Lake also gives access to Farm lake and White Iron Lake....all three lakes have a great variety of fishing. Plus you are just a few minutes by auto to all the access points of the BWCA on the Fernberg.
Courtesy: Wildwoods Land Company
218-365-3665
Privacy Galore! is the best way to describe this 5 Mile Lake lot. 5 Mile Lake is 108 acres with bass, northern, and sunfish. There is currently only one other private owner on this lake. The lot has +-520' of frontage and +-8.6 acres of land sitting almost a mile from the nearest neighbor, all with road access and only 2 miles off the tar. This is a Natural Environment Lake with a 150 ft. setback. Recently surveyed and new driveway installed to the building site! Amazing value! Owner/Agent
Courtesy: Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
763-463-7500
Donâ??t miss this great opportunity to own a buildable lot in Elyâ??s newest neighborhood â?? the Spaulding Addition. This 100' x 196' (.45 acre) parcel offers ample space to design and build your dream home. Located on Sibley Drive, this lot provides convenient access to city utilities and sits just minutes from Trezona Trail, Shagawa Lake, and downtown Ely. Enjoy a quiet residential setting while staying close to all of Elyâ??s outdoor recreation, shopping, and dining. A perfect spot for your year-round home or Northwoods getaway!
Courtesy: Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
763-463-7500
Donâ??t miss this great opportunity to own a buildable lot in Elyâ??s newest neighborhood â?? the Spaulding Addition. This 100' x 196' (.45 acre) parcel offers ample space to design and build your dream home. Located on Sibley Drive, this lot provides convenient access to city utilities and sits just minutes from Trezona Trail, Shagawa Lake, and downtown Ely. Enjoy a quiet residential setting while staying close to all of Elyâ??s outdoor recreation, shopping, and dining. A perfect spot for your year-round home or Northwoods getaway!
Courtesy: Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
763-463-7500
38.93 acres of recreational land located right on Highway 169 in Ely, MN adjoining public land for expanded access to the outdoors. The property features a mix of open areas and tree cover, with established trails throughout and a creek flowing through the southwest corner. A section of wooden boardwalk is already in place, offering easy passage through portions of the low land. The terrain includes mostly low areas with a higher section, providing a potential location for a cabin site or campsite. The Mesabi Bike Trail runs along the northern edge, adding even more opportunities for outdoor recreation right from the property. Conveniently located near Ely, this parcel is perfect for nature enthusiasts, hunters, or anyone looking for a private retreat with direct access to trails, water, and public land.
Courtesy: Odyssey Real Estate Group
218-834-2495
Rare Garden Lake Opportunity â?? 2,667 Feet of Pristine Shoreline Near Ely, MN Just 3.5 miles from downtown Ely, this extraordinary property offers an unmatched chance to own a piece of Minnesotaâ??s famed White Iron Chain of Lakes. Boasting 2,667 feet of pristine lakeshore and 1-acre zoning, this undeveloped land presents endless possibilitiesâ??whether you envision a private retreat, multiple building sites, or a legacy property to pass down for generations. Garden Lake is a gateway to some of the Northwoodsâ?? finest recreation, with direct boating access to White Iron and Farm Lakes, plus easy connection to the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness. The shoreline is natural and unspoiled, with excellent fishing, abundant wildlife, and stunning views year-round. With its close proximity to Ely yet exceptional privacy, this property strikes the perfect balance between convenience and seclusion. Few parcels of this size and quality remain available on the chainâ??making this a truly once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Courtesy: Keller Williams Classic Realty NW - Ely
763-463-7500
Discover 80 acres of pristine Northwoods land just outside Ely, MN. This heavily wooded property offers a true sense of seclusion and natural beauty, making it an ideal setting for a private retreat, hunting land, or future cabin site. Located near White Iron Lake, youâ??ll enjoy easy access to one of the areaâ??s most popular lakes for fishing, boating, and recreation, while still being just a short drive from town conveniences. The mature tree cover provides habitat for wildlife and a classic Ely wilderness feel. Whether youâ??re looking for a peaceful getaway, a basecamp for outdoor adventure, or an investment in Northwoods acreage, this property offers endless opportunities.
Courtesy: Bear Island Realty LLC
218-365-2800
Close to Ely is this +/-10 acre heavily wooded parcel with year-round access and amenities. This privately maintained dead-end road is the perfect location for your new home or cabin. Parcel features mixed tree coverage and a variety of build sites to choose from. Abundant wildlife in the area, parcel adjoins State of MN public lands for expanded recreational opportunity.
Courtesy: Bear Island Realty LLC
218-365-2800
Beautiful Shagawa Lake parcel located on the west end in Olson Bay. This private lake lot features +/- 4.87 acres with 265' of shoreline and fantastic lake views. The driveway is built and leads to the cleared building site and parking area. There are two trails down to the lake and a dock is being installed. Gently sloped shoreline and great privacy! RV & boats negotiable.
Courtesy: Z' Up North Realty
218-827-2288
Surrounded by nature yet conveniently close to town, this 1.75-acre parcel is an ideal canvas for your next home or investment project. This prime lot features a building pad, connections to city water, sewer, and utilities at the end of the driveway, direct access to the Trezona walking trail, and nearby ATV Trails.
Courtesy: Janisch Realty, Inc
218-780-6644
Spectacular Burntside Lake 5-Acre Parcel on the sunny South Shore of Waters Island – Burntside Lake’s largest and most central Island. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a truly remarkable property on what many consider Minnesota’s most beautiful and iconic lake. This pristine and totally private setting offers sunny, south and west facing exposure with breathtaking views across the central part of the lake to the Boundary Waters Wilderness. To the east, enjoy its secluded bay, great for swimming, and sheltered for boats.There are several easily accessible choices for level building sites tucked among majestic Norway pines, as well as a towering granite bluff with unparalleled panoramic views. Includes are for mainland dock a half mile away with a spacious parking area and a short, level driveway to the Eastern Van Vac Road. Seven scenic, paved miles to the charming town of Ely, with its cafes, galleries and frontier spirit. 40 minutes to the Hibbing Airport.
Courtesy: Janisch Realty Inc.
218-780-6644
Spectacular Burntside Lake 5-Acre Parcel on the sunny South Shore of Waters Island â?? Burntside Lakeâ??s largest and most central Island. This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a truly remarkable property on what many consider Minnesotaâ??s most beautiful and iconic lake. This pristine and totally private setting offers sunny, south and west facing exposure with breathtaking views across the central part of the lake to the Boundary Waters Wilderness. To the east, enjoy its secluded bay, great for swimming, and sheltered for boats.There are several easily accessible choices for level building sites tucked among majestic Norway pines, as well as a towering granite bluff with unparalleled panoramic views. Includes are for mainland dock a half mile away with a spacious parking area and a short, level driveway to the Eastern Van Vac Road. Seven scenic, paved miles to the charming town of Ely, with its cafes, galleries and frontier spirit. 40 minutes to the Hibbing Airport.
Courtesy: Wildwoods Land Company
218-365-3665
+-20 ACRE PARCEL just 3/4 miles off the Echo Trail with the road in. This parcel has a good mixture of tree cover with White and Norway Pine, Balsam, Cedar, Ash and Aspen. Possible year round access. Already installed is a 3 bedroom septic system and a 325' drilled well. There is a building site for house and garage, power nearby. Excellent property at an affordable price.
Courtesy: Bear Island Realty LLC
218-365-2800
Amazing elevated panaramic views of the City, Shagawa, and Miners Lake. .56 acres of mixed tree cover, improvements include a new driveway and building site preparation. Due to the challenges of bringing city sewer and water to the location, a buyer likely will hold onto the property for future development. Once the time is right for neighboring lots including the bordering City of Ely property to be ready to develop, allowing all involved to contribute collectively to the expenses of bringing city sewer and water to the site. Privacy, wildlife, quiet, country living on the edge of town. There is opportunity for excellent year round activities on the +/- 4 mile groomed Trezona Trail and the closely located Miners & Shagawa Lake public landings.
Courtesy: Canoe Capital Realty, LLC
218-365-8689
Ready to build lot located at beautiful Deer Ridge Resort on Garden Lake resort part of the White Iron Chain of Lakes. This lot has septic as well as power and water pulled to the lot. Lot does have partial lake view (see pics). This is a residential listing with no owner usage restrictions once cabin/home has been built. Rental and property management is possible with the property manager The Davis Group Inc. Please contact Chad @ 218-929-7741 for additional details. Owner financing available. A like commercial listing has also been created. Please reference MLS #6117497
Courtesy: Canoe Capital Realty, LLC
218-365-8689
Ready to build lot located at beautiful Deer Ridge Resort on Garden Lake resort part of the White Iron Chain of Lakes. This lot has septic as well as power and water pulled to the lot. Lot does have partial lake view (see pics). This is a commercial listing with owner usage restrictions once cabin/home has been built. Rental and property management provided by property manager The Davis Group Inc. Please contact Chad @ 218-929-7741 for additional details. Owner financing available. A like residential listing has also been created. Please reference MLS #6117498
Courtesy: Bear Island Realty LLC
218-365-2800
Beautiful 325 feet of South facing Clear Lake shoreline with 3 acres of land just waiting for your year round home or cabin. Clear Lake offers great swimming and fishing with no public access; located near Ely & BWCA. Directly adjacent to many thousands of acres of undeveloped state land. Diverse tree cover with mixed elevations creating panaramic views. Surveyed.
Courtesy: Bear Island Realty LLC
218-365-2800
Back lot across the road from White Iron Lake off the Sunset Road. Septic sites approved and power already runs down the Sunset Road making electricity accessible. Private road association and covenants in place. Tree cover includes birch, aspen, maple, balsam and large pines scattered throughout. Owner Financing Available.
Courtesy: Bear Island Realty LLC
218-365-2800
Back lot across the road from White Iron Lake off the Sunset Road. Septic sites approved and power already runs down the Sunset Road making electricity accessible. Private road association and covenants in place. Tree cover includes birch, aspen, maple, balsam and large pines scattered throughout. Owner Financing Available.
Courtesy: Bear Island Realty LLC
218-365-2800
Back lot across the road from White Iron Lake off the Sunset Road. Septic sites approved and power already runs down the Sunset Road making electricity accessible. Private road association and covenants in place. Tree cover includes birch, aspen, maple, balsam and large pines scattered throughout. Owner Financing Available.
Courtesy: Bear Island Realty LLC
218-365-2800
Unique opportunity for a drive-to waterfront parcel and your own island! Great location on White Iron lake with western exposure. The mainland parcel features 400â?? of rocky shoreline. The island is only a hop & skip away â?? just off the main shoreline. Both the mainland and island are approved for septic. Build your dream home or cabin at this sought after location today!
Andrea D. Conner, License # 40471694, Xome Inc., License 40368414, [email protected], 844-400-XOME (9663), 750 State Highway 121 Bypass, Suite 100, Lewisville, TX 75067
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Ely is located in Minnesota. Ely, Minnesota has a population of 3,280. Ely is less family-centric than the surrounding county with 15.6% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 26.31%.
The median household income in Ely, Minnesota is $44,745. The median household income for the surrounding county is $61,213 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Ely is 52.2 years.
The average high temperature in July is 78.5 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of -6.7 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 29.7 inches per year, with 63.4 inches of snow per year.
