Year round 2-bedroom 1210 sq. ft. home located in a quiet bay on the west end of Lake Vermilion. This home offers an up north cabin like atmosphere and setting that is ready to enjoy throughout all four seasons. Features include large combined living, kitchen and dining space for group gatherings, newer kitchen with ample counter space, panoramic east facing lake side windows, plus access to an oversize exterior deck, pine paneled interior, good sized bedrooms, utility / office room, electric heat including off peak storage units. Nicely wooded lot with level and flat access from the road and a gentle slope to the approx. 150’ of shoreline frontage. Extras include a separate insulated bunkhouse with electric heat, large 36’ by 24’ 3-stall metal garage, plus an included 1996 19' pontoon boat with 70HP outboard and emergency power generator for the house.
Year round 2-bedroom 1210 sq. ft. home located in a quiet bay on the west end of Lake Vermilion. This home offers an up north cabin like atmosphere and setting that is ready to enjoy throughout all four seasons. Features include large combined living, kitchen and dining space for group gatherings, newer kitchen with ample counter space, panoramic east facing lake side windows, plus access to an oversize exterior deck, pine paneled interior, good sized bedrooms, utility / office room, electric heat including off peak storage units. Nicely wooded lot with level and flat access from the road and a gentle slope to the approx. 150’ of shoreline frontage. Extras include a separate insulated bunkhouse with electric heat, large 36’ by 24’ 3-stall metal garage, plus an included 1996 19' pontoon boat with 70HP outboard and emergency power generator for the house.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6234420
Aug 15, 2022
Sold
$453,000
$348/sq ft
Jul 18, 2022
Pending
—
Jul 12, 2022
Listed
$445,000
$342/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,434 (+4.1%)
$172,900 + $261,500
$434,400
2025
$4,258 (−1.8%)
$172,900 + $261,500
$434,400
2024
$4,334 (+21.7%)
$170,900 + $260,300
$431,200
2023
$3,560 (+7.0%)
$153,637 + $204,684
$358,321
2022
$3,326 (−1.6%)
$129,575 + $167,052
$296,627
2021
$3,380 (−1.1%)
$129,575 + $167,052
$296,627
2020
$3,418 (+26.2%)
$129,575 + $167,052
$296,627
2019
$2,708 (+5.4%)
$112,796 + $132,383
$245,179
2018
$2,570 (+3.0%)
$111,780 + $117,594
$229,374
2017
$2,496 (−0.8%)
$103,605 + $116,940
$220,545
2016
$2,516 (+6.0%)
$103,600 + $116,900
$220,500
2014
$2,374 (−9.5%)
$98,500 + $114,900
$213,400
2013
$2,624
$124,100 + $116,900
$241,000
Tax history for 8729 Metsa Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,434 (+4.1%)
$172,900 + $261,500
$434,400
2025
$4,258 (−1.8%)
$172,900 + $261,500
$434,400
2024
$4,334 (+21.7%)
$170,900 + $260,300
$431,200
2023
$3,560 (+7.0%)
$153,637 + $204,684
$358,321
2022
$3,326 (−1.6%)
$129,575 + $167,052
$296,627
2021
$3,380 (−1.1%)
$129,575 + $167,052
$296,627
2020
$3,418 (+26.2%)
$129,575 + $167,052
$296,627
2019
$2,708 (+5.4%)
$112,796 + $132,383
$245,179
2018
$2,570 (+3.0%)
$111,780 + $117,594
$229,374
2017
$2,496 (−0.8%)
$103,605 + $116,940
$220,545
2016
$2,516 (+6.0%)
$103,600 + $116,900
$220,500
2014
$2,374 (−9.5%)
$98,500 + $114,900
$213,400
2013
$2,624
$124,100 + $116,900
$241,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
35,719
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,300
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Louis County
APN
250-0040-00300
Parking Spaces
3
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Waterfront
Last updated by owner on Jun 23, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached
Garage Spaces: 3
Garage Dimensions: 24 x 36
Garage Sq. Ft.: 864
Garage Door Height: 7
Garage Door Width: 9
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 1
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Quarter Baths (Total): 1
Description: Main Floor 1/2 Bath,Main Floor Full Bath
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Area: 1,210
Roof: Asphalt, Pitched
Exterior Features
Fencing: None
Waterfront Information
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Lake Front
Water Body Name: Vermilion
Waterfront Num: 69037800
Lake Acres: 39,272
Lake Bottom: Hard,Soft
Lake Classification: General Development
Lake Depth: 76
Waterfront Slope: Gradual
Waterfront Elevation: 10-15
Waterfront Feet: 150
Road Between Waterfront And Home Y/N: No
Property Information
Above Ground Total Sq. Ft.: 1,210
FractionalOwnershipYN: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Other Structures: Bunk House, Storage Shed
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,210
Amenities: Deck,Porch,Panoramic View
Lot Information
Lot Features: Accessible Shoreline, Irregular Lot
Lot Size Area: 0.82
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Dimensions: 300 x 125
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,380
Tax Year: 2021
Tax With Assessments: $3,380
Lease / Rent Details
RentalLicense Y/N: No
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Drilled, Private, Well
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Power Company Name: Lake Country Power
Sewer: Tank with Drainage Field
Fuel: Electric
Location
School Information
High School District: St. Louis County
School District Number: 2142
School District Phone: 218-749-8130
Location Information
Directions: North on Vermilion Drive (County Road 24) approx. 8.5 miles to Raps Road. Turn right on Raps Road and continue to Metsa Road. Stay on Metsa Road to Fire Number 8729.
Map Coordinate: 999-A1
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,300
Stories: 1.0
Parking Spaces: 3
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.82 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 250-0040-00300
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Waterfront
Home facts updated by owner on Jun 23, 2025
Other
Home Information
Living Area: 1210
Main Level Finished Area: 1210.0000
Building Area Total: 1210
Foundation Dimensions: 45 x 30
Age Of Property: 85
Levels: One
Around this home
Schools
North Woods Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 7.9mi
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 13 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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In this area, properties receive around 8.5 hours in
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