This is a rare find on pristine Bear Island Lake. This lot has 250ft of north facing shoreline in a beautiful small bay with a dock. This is a nearly 5 acre lot. Perfect area to build your dream cabin or home. The lot has a 1200sqft 30x40 garage. Well and Electric are present on the property. The lake is 2351 acres and has Walleye, Crappie,Sunfish,Bass, Perch etc. Sandy beach islands make for great swimming secluded area yet close town and resorts. Don't miss this chance to build your dream!
256 feet of shoreline on pristine Bear Island Lake, located between Ely and Babbitt. Own your little piece of the Northwood's on this great walleye and crappie lake!. The north facing shoreline is a beauty in itself, tucked in a a peaceful bay with big water views! Nearly a 5 acre lot it's the ideal area to build your dream cabin or home. And, included is a 1200 sqft 30x40 garage, drilled well and electric into the site. Even plenty of space for a camper while you're preparing that perfect spot and view! Bear Island Lake is 2351 acres and has Walleye, Crappie, Sunfish, Bass, to name a few local favorites! Close to town, shopping, dining and night life! And lets not forget the beautiful Northern Lights you can see from here! Don't miss this chance to build your dream
LSAR #6087988
Mar 3, 2020
Sold
$192,500
Jan 20, 2020
Listed
$209,000
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256 feet of shoreline on pristine Bear Island Lake, located between Ely and Babbitt. Own your little piece of the Northwood's on this great walleye and crappie lake!. The north facing shoreline is a beauty in itself, tucked in a a peaceful bay with big water views! Nearly a 5 acre lot it's the ideal area to build your dream cabin or home. And, included is a 1200 sqft 30x40 garage, drilled well and electric into the site. Even plenty of space for a camper while you're preparing that perfect spot and view! Bear Island Lake is 2351 acres and has Walleye, Crappie, Sunfish, Bass, to name a few local favorites! Close to town, shopping, dining and night life! And lets not forget the beautiful Northern Lights you can see from here! Don't miss this chance to build your dream!
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #5283301
Mar 3, 2020
Sold
$192,500
Jan 27, 2020
Pending
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Aug 23, 2019
Listed
$209,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4956981
Nov 23, 2018
Listing Removed
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May 22, 2018
Listed
$225,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4850390
Jan 6, 2018
Listing Removed
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Jul 6, 2017
Listed
$225,000
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #4731226
Jun 21, 2017
Listing Removed
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Jun 21, 2016
Listed
$225,000
Public Records
Nov 26, 2001
Sold
$107,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,716 (+1.9%)
$297,200 + $51,700
$348,900
2025
$3,648 (+24.3%)
$297,200 + $51,700
$348,900
2024
$2,936 (+1.5%)
$238,200 + $41,200
$279,400
2023
$2,892 (−0.6%)
$216,100 + $35,700
$251,800
2022
$2,908 (+7.0%)
$202,300 + $23,800
$226,100
2021
$2,718 (+4.8%)
$184,100 + $20,700
$204,800
2020
$2,594 (−7.9%)
$184,100 + $20,700
$204,800
2019
$2,818
$204,100 + $21,200
$225,300
2018
$2,816 (−0.4%)
$204,200 + $21,200
$225,400
2017
$2,826 (+1.2%)
$201,600 + $23,900
$225,500
2016
$2,792 (+2.0%)
$201,600 + $23,900
$225,500
2014
$2,738 (−4.4%)
$201,600 + $23,900
$225,500
2013
$2,863
$214,400 + $24,900
$239,300
Tax history for 8965 Beartooth Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,716 (+1.9%)
$297,200 + $51,700
$348,900
2025
$3,648 (+24.3%)
$297,200 + $51,700
$348,900
2024
$2,936 (+1.5%)
$238,200 + $41,200
$279,400
2023
$2,892 (−0.6%)
$216,100 + $35,700
$251,800
2022
$2,908 (+7.0%)
$202,300 + $23,800
$226,100
2021
$2,718 (+4.8%)
$184,100 + $20,700
$204,800
2020
$2,594 (−7.9%)
$184,100 + $20,700
$204,800
2019
$2,818
$204,100 + $21,200
$225,300
2018
$2,816 (−0.4%)
$204,200 + $21,200
$225,400
2017
$2,826 (+1.2%)
$201,600 + $23,900
$225,500
2016
$2,792 (+2.0%)
$201,600 + $23,900
$225,500
2014
$2,738 (−4.4%)
$201,600 + $23,900
$225,500
2013
$2,863
$214,400 + $24,900
$239,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Lot size
4.93 Acres
Year renovated
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Style
Other
County
St. Louis County
APN
625-0017-00010
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Accessible
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Garage
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Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: None
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Water Body Name: Bear Island
Waterfront Num: 69011500
Lake Acres: 2,362
Lake Classification: Recreational Development
Lake Depth: 62
Waterfront Feet: 250
Property Information
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Development Status: Finished Lot(s)
Property Type: Land
Lot Information
Builder Restrict: Open
Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Lot Size Area: 4.93
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 122x1283x474x842
Road Frontage Type: City Street, County Road, Paved Streets
Improvements: Other
Financial
Assessment Information
Other Annual Assessment Amount: $60
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,758
Tax Year: 2019
Tax With Assessments: $2,818
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Private Well Connected, Electricity Available, Private Well Available
Location
School Information
High School District: Ely
School District Number: 696
School District Phone: 218-365-6166
Location Information
Directions: County Hwy 21 N to Bear Island Resort RD. Right at the fork onto Bear tooth rd.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Topography: Level,Sloped
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4.93 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 625-0017-00010
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Restrictions: Easements
Around this home
Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 10.5mi
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Memorial Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 10.4mi
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Memorial Secondary
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 10.4mi
9/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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