#6734740, Listing office: Z'Up North Realty, Inc.
638 E James St Ely, MN 55731
Property details
About 638 E James St
Charming Two-Story Home Near Schools and Park This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers timeless charm with modern updates. Featuring beautiful hardwood floors and newer stainless steel appliances, this home combines comfort and style. Enjoy the convenience of a detached 2-car garage, plus a storage shed — all with brand-new roofs. Some windows have been recently replaced for improved efficiency. Located in a great neighborhood just steps from local schools and a nearby park, this is a perfect place to call home.
Highlights
(ACTIVE)
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Interior: Ceiling Fans, Hardwood Floors, Dryer Hook-Ups, Washer Hook-Ups
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached
- Exterior: Deck
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Heating: Oil
- Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
- List Price: $244,900
- Price/SqFt: $181
- Annual Tax Amount: $2,044
- Tax Year: 2022
- Lot: Few Trees
- Directions: east on Sheridan Street, turn right onto 9 Ave, follow to James Street and turn right. Follow to the address (sign in yard)
- Year Built: 1917
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,350 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.17 Acres
- MLS Number: 6119961
- Office Name: Z' Up North Realty
- Listing Agent: Julian Rasmusson
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
May 24, 2019 | Home Sold | $131,000 |
Dec 21, 2017 | Home Sold | $119,900 |
Jul 08, 2015 | Home Sold | $102,500 |
Jul 11, 2005 | Home Sold | $87,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2022 | $154,300 | $2,044 |
2021 | $129,300 | $2,116 |
2020 | $115,500 | $1,654 |
2019 | $88,655 | $1,474 |
2017 | $54,211 | $792 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
7
Washington Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.2 mi
•600 E Harvey St
4
Babbit Elementary School
Public District PK-6
13.8 mi
•30 South Dr
2
Tower-Soudan Elementary School
Public District PK-6
20.3 mi
•415 2nd St N
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $39,839. Residents of Ely, MN typically earn less than $<35k each year. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently asked questions
About 638 E James St
The listing price of 638 E James St property is $244,900.
The property 638 E James St is a house located in Ely, Minnesota, 55731.
Active Listing: 638 E James St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 638 E James St are: Washington Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Babbit Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Tower-Soudan Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Memorial Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Memorial High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Northeast Range Secondary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $2,044 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 24, 2019 for $131,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 638 E James St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.
The property 638 E James St is 1,350 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 638 E James St is 1917.
This home is located at 638 E James St in Ely, MN and zip code 55731. This 1,350 square foot home, which was built in 1917, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $244,900.
Ely, MN housing market in June 2025 saw over 3 listings sold above listed price, more than 1 sold at listed price and over 0 sold below. Between May and June 2025, Ely, MN real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 16.7%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $250,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 25 days.