One-of-a-Kind Artisan Estate, rarely does a property redefine the standards of luxury and craftsmanship, but this one-owner estate does exactly that. Handcrafted by true Artisan and recognized by the Duluth Preservation Alliance, this custom 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home took four years of precise, meticulous construction to complete. It represents a level of thought, design, and care that simply cannot be matched. Exquisite Architectural Masterpiece. The 3BR/2BA residence is a showcase of museum-quality details and historic materials, curated and shaped by Doug McCorison himself: Historic Timbers: Hundreds-of-years-old Douglas Fir Timbers frame the interior spaces. Global Materials: Framing lumber was sourced directly from the Black Forest in Germany. Geometric Artistry: A striking round dining room serves as a central structural masterpiece. Exterior Excellence: Premium cedar siding is accented by custom redwood moldings and copper trim. Century-Grade Roof: Engineered to last with 80-year shingles, copper flashing, and copper gutters. A Fairy Tale Setting in the City Nestled on 2.34 private acres; the grounds offer total natural immersion while remaining right in town. The estate feels lifted from a fairy tale, surrounded by: Lush, mature woods and moss-covered bluffs. A peaceful private pond and dramatic rocky outcroppings. Direct adjacency to approximately 200 acres of protected green space for world-class hiking and skiing. Premium Outbuildings & Versatile Spaces. The estate functions as a multi-structured compound, perfect for guests, creators, or hobbyists: The "Lighthouse": An adorable, fully detached guest house full of character. The Studio: A bright, flexible workspace located above the detached garage. The Workshop: A spacious 2-car garage equipped for serious projects and storage.
Pending
$1,200,000
139 Howard Gnesen Rd, Duluth, MN 55811
3beds
1,956sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2006
2.34 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$613/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Museum-quality detailsCopper flashingPeaceful private pondLush mature woodsCopper trimPremium cedar sidingCopper gutters
- 64 days
- 258
- 2
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Listed by:
Les Adolphson 218-390-3470,
Adolphson Real Estate
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6126315
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Loft
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 12
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 85.14 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.9 x 8.6
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Kitchen
- Description: Granite counter tops and limestone tile floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 13
Living room
- Description: Bluestone fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 17
Loft
- Level: Upper
Office
- Level: Second
- Area: 572 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26 x 22
Heating
- Fireplace(s), In Floor Heat, Radiant, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Electric
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Water Heater-Gas, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat In Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Vaulted Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Foyer-Entrance
- Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tiled Floors
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,956 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,956
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Gravel, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 2.34 Acres
- Dimensions: 2.34 ACRES
- Features: Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Tree Coverage - Medium, Pond(s)
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed, Guest House
- Parcel number: 010347001010
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cement Board, Block, Other, Stone, Stucco, Wood, Concrete Block, Earth Home, Frame/Wood, Poured Concrete
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Other, Stone
Condition
- Previously Owned
- Year built: 2006
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Minnesota Power
- Sewer: Private Sewer
- Water: Drilled
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Duluth
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $613/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $541,200
- Annual tax amount: $8,848
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 49 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Pending sale | $1,200,000$613/sqft |
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| 7/20/2026 | Contingent | $1,200,000$613/sqft |
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| 6/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,200,000+66.7%$613/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2019 | Listing removed | $3,900$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 4/14/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,900$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2019 | Listing removed | $3,900$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2019 | Price change | $3,900+11.4%$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2019 | Listed for rent | $3,500$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2016 | Listing removed | $720,000$368/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX 1 #6017432 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2015 | Listed for sale | $720,000+27.2%$368/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX 1 #6017432 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2014 | Listing removed | $566,000$289/sqft |
Source: Edina Realty Inc - Duluth #6011799 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2014 | Listed for sale | $566,000-19%$289/sqft |
Source: Edina Realty, Inc - Duluth #6011799 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2012 | Listing removed | $699,000$357/sqft |
Source: Odyssey Real Estate Group #6001894 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2012 | Price change | $699,000-9.8%$357/sqft |
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| 6/25/2010 | Listed for sale | $775,000+933.3%$396/sqft |
Source: Odyssey Real Estate Group #153808 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2005 | Sold | $75,000$38/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,964 +3.5% | $541,200 -1.6% |
| 2023 | $7,692 +10.3% | $549,900 +7.7% |
| 2022 | $6,972 +13.6% | $510,800 +20.7% |
| 2021 | $6,140 | $423,100 +13.5% |
| 2020 | $6,140 | $372,900 |
| 2019 | $6,140 +12.7% | $372,900 +10.1% |
| 2018 | $5,446 -0.8% | $338,800 |
| 2017 | $5,492 +0.8% | $338,800 -5% |
| 2016 | $5,446 +19.9% | $356,500 +22.7% |
| 2015 | $4,544 +2.5% | $290,500 |
| 2014 | $4,432 -0.7% | $290,500 -1.9% |
| 2013 | $4,463 +1.5% | $296,000 -4.5% |
| 2012 | $4,399 +8.5% | $309,800 -7.4% |
| 2011 | $4,053 -1.4% | $334,600 -5% |
| 2010 | $4,109 | $352,200 |
| 2009 | $4,109 -4.5% | $352,200 -3% |
| 2008 | $4,303 +16.9% | $363,100 +9.2% |
| 2007 | $3,680 +125.2% | $332,500 +101.8% |
| 2006 | $1,634 +187.2% | $164,800 +168% |
| 2004 | $569 +4.3% | $61,500 +90.4% |
| 2003 | $546 +2505.4% | $32,300 +3488.9% |
| 2002 | $21 -97.5% | $900 -98.7% |
| 2001 | $822 +4.9% | $68,700 +5% |
| 2000 | $784 | $65,400 |
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