Your Northwoods Escape Awaits – Just 10 Miles from Ely up the Fernberg Road! Looking for peace, privacy, and a whole lot of nature? This stunning one owner 2+BR/2BA rural retreat is nestled on nearly 20 acres of woods and trails, offering the perfect blend of cozy comfort and outdoor adventure. Step inside and fall in love with the open concept living, dining, and kitchen area complete with a thoughtfully designed angled island, ideal for entertaining or weekend pancakes with friends. Gaze out at the gardens and towering trees while sipping coffee in the sunny dining area or lounging in the spacious living room. The primary bedroom offers plenty of closet space, and the walk-out lower level boasts a huge rec room, extra 3/4 bath, storage galore, utility room, and a non-egress bedroom or office for guests or work. Enjoy dining al fresco or simply soaking in the sights and sounds of the three W’s — weather, woods, and wildlife — from your wrap-around deck. Explore the property’s scenic trails year-round: snowshoe, hunt, ATV, birdwatch, or ski right from your doorstep! With in-floor electric heat, a cozy wood stove, a large woodshed, and a backup generator, you’re set for all four seasons in true northern Minnesota style.
Sold for $425,000 on 08/07/25
$425,000
1063 Fernberg Rd, Ely, MN 55731
2beds
2,322sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
19.57 Acres Lot
$425,000 Zestimate®
$183/sqft
$1,879 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 07, 2025 at 08:26am
Listed by:
Andrea Zupancich 218-749-0159,
Z' Up North Realty
Bought with:
Nonmember NONMEMBER
Nonmember Office
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors,MLS#: 6120661

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 134
- Dimensions: 10 x 13.4
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 84.8
- Dimensions: 10.6 x 8
Bathroom 1
- Level: Lower
- Area: 42.4
- Dimensions: 8 x 5.3
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 92
- Dimensions: 10 x 9.2
Kitchen
- Description: Open Floor Plan With Dining And Living Combined But Measured Seperately
- Level: Main
- Area: 120.36
- Dimensions: 10.2 x 11.8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 374
- Dimensions: 17 x 22
Office
- Description: Currently Used As A Bedroom, Does Not Have Egress Windows
- Level: Lower
- Area: 124.8
- Dimensions: 9.6 x 13
Heating
- Floor Furnace, Wood, Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Washer Hook-Ups, In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Bedroom, Bathroom, Rec Room, Utility Room, Den/Office, Family/Rec, Informal Dining Room
- Doors: Patio Door
- Windows: Energy Windows
- Basement: Finished,Walk-Out Access,Bath,Den/Office,Family/Rec Room,Block,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Basement, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,322
- Total interior livable area: 2,322 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,161
- Finished area below ground: 1,161
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Panoramic, Typical
Lot
- Size: 19.57 Acres
- Dimensions: 263x371
- Features: Wooded, High, Rolling Slope
Details
- Foundation area: 1161
- Parcel number: 28631114910
- Zoning description: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame/Wood, Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Previously Owned
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Lake Country Power
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Private
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Ely
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan
Services availability

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