Views of Lake Superior from almost every room in this Stunning turn of the century Stone Cottage! A rare & elegant Tudor designed by Frederick German & Leif Jenssen for William & Rebecca Bailey in 1922! Copper gutters & flashing shine from the slate tile roof, A pergola overlooking the Great Lake stands tall on your grounds, hardwood floors grace the main level, and from everywhere Lake Superior gleams in the distance! A fantastic mix of yesteryear & updates make this home YOURS! Enter the double vestibule that beckons you into the main foyer with plenty of room to greet guests & family! The immense living room provides cozy seating around the gas fireplace or additional seating overlooking the Lake! Enjoy a sunroom flanked by windows , it will become the perfect reading room or main floor family room! The formal dining room makes a true statement as to the history of this simply elegant home and leads you into an updated kitchen with multiple cabinets, solid surface counters, cooktop, and brand new sub zero refrigerator! The "maid's entrance" off the front of the house, has been turned into a laundry area, but, could be the perfect mudroom! Ascend the picturesque stairway to the expansive 2nd level with 3 ensuites and a guest area with a bath! The expansive views will "wow" you! Finally, the " walk out" lower level doesn't disappoint! With views from this level, as well, a Rec Area, a 1/2 bath, tons of storage and a second laundry area will provide comfortable rooms and areas for organization! The built-in original SAFE will take you back to the days! Character exudes from the minute you enter the stone vestibule , look out over the Lake from your Primary Suite w/ private sunroom & views, greet guests to an immense and practical party space on the main level just like days gone by, or utilize your "dumb waiter" still in tact! So much history to LOVE, all preserved for you in this well designed Tudor, where simple elegance shines atop a hill overlooking Lake Superior!
Sold for $1,025,000 on 06/30/25
$1,025,000
2508 E 1st St, Duluth, MN 55812
4beds
4,950sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
0.48 Acres Lot
$1,028,700 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$4,941 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 30, 2025 at 01:48pm
Listed by:
Deanna Bennett 218-343-8444,
Messina & Associates Real Estate
Bought with:
Ayla Dougherty, MN 40585699
Messina & Associates Real Estate
Source: Lake Superior Area Realtors,MLS#: 6117717

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: 3/4 En Suite, How Convenient!
- Level: Upper
- Area: 169
- Dimensions: 13 x 13
Bedroom 1
- Description: Additional En Suite With A Full Bath And... Private Sunroom With Views!
- Level: Upper
- Area: 242.01
- Dimensions: 17.08 x 14.17
Bedroom 2
- Description: 3/4 Bath Is Attached, Walk-In Closet & Right Next Door Is A Private Nook!
- Level: Upper
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16 x 13
Primary bathroom
- Features: 3/4 Master, Private Master
Dining room
- Description: Formal Dining Room With Stunning Views & Built-Ins!
- Level: Main
- Area: 228.76
- Dimensions: 15.08 x 15.17
Kitchen
- Description: The Kitchen Speaks For Itself... You Also Get An Additional Breakfast Nook (10 X 8)!
- Level: Main
- Area: 261.46
- Dimensions: 20.92 x 12.5
Living room
- Description: What An Amazing View, Plus The Bonus Of A Gas Fireplace!
- Level: Main
- Area: 382
- Dimensions: 15.92 x 24
Office
- Description: A Formal Office With Stunning Built-Ins!
- Level: Main
- Area: 166.15
- Dimensions: 12.08 x 13.75
Heating
- Boiler, Floor Furnace, Radiant
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Stove, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, Foyer, Den/Office, Living Room, Sunroom/Solarium, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom, Rec Room, Workshop, Pantry, Storage Room, Utility Room, Breakfast Nook, Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Doors: Patio Door
- Basement: Partially Finished,Walk-Out Access,Bath,Family/Rec Room,Utility Room,Stone,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,950
- Total interior livable area: 4,950 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,530
- Finished area below ground: 420
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street, Garage Door Opener, Tandem, Tuckunder
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Lake Superior
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Lake Superior
Lot
- Size: 0.48 Acres
- Dimensions: 150x140
Details
- Parcel number: 010208001890
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial/Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame/Wood, Stone, Stucco
Condition
- Previously Owned
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Minnesota Power
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Duluth
Services availability

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