Step into a unique piece of French River history! Once said to be the home of the original French River Store, this 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom property is full of character, opportunity, and potential. Situated on approximately 1 acre near the Big Sucker River, this home offers a peaceful North Shore setting with easy access to outdoor recreation, Korkki Nordic trails, and North Shore Community School. Inside, you’ll find vaulted ceilings, fresh paint throughout, new flooring, and new appliances. Recent improvements include a high-efficiency propane combi-boiler providing both heat and domestic hot water, a new 2,000-gallon holding tank, and a new rubber roof on the rear portion of the home. The spacious main floor bath offers room to customize and make it your own. Outside, enjoy open space, privacy, and a detached 1-stall garage. A rare opportunity to own a property rich in local history with endless potential along the North Shore corridor.
Single-familyProperty Type
1915Year Built
1 acresLot Size
$145Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jessie Erickson• Messina & Associates Real Estate
Step back in time with this unique 1915-built property, formerly a general store and now configured as a duplex. Nestled on a spacious 1-acre corner lot in a quiet Duluth neighborhood, the home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a full basement, a 1-car detached garage, and a large backyard filled with mature trees. The expansive deck is perfect for enjoying the peaceful setting. Inside, there's great potential to restore and personalize, making it ideal for investors or those with a vision. Located just minutes from the amenities of Duluth, this property combines history, space, and opportunity.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #6749367
Aug 15, 2025
Sold
$70,950
$40/sq ft
Jul 18, 2025
Pending
—
Jul 7, 2025
Listed
$69,950
$39/sq ft
+27
Step back in time with this unique 1915-built property, formerly a general store and now configured as a duplex. Nestled on a spacious 1-acre corner lot in a quiet Duluth neighborhood, the home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 baths, a full basement, a 1-car detached garage, and a large backyard filled with mature trees. The expansive deck is perfect for enjoying the peaceful setting. Inside, there's great potential to restore and personalize, making it ideal for investors or those with a vision. Located just minutes from the amenities of Duluth, this property combines history, space, and opportunity.
Public Records
Feb 3, 2012
Sold
$82,000
$46/sq ft
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #DAAR151391
Mar 3, 2010
Listed
$84,900
$47/sq ft
Public Records
May 6, 1999
Sold
$20,000
$11/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,056 (+81.0%)
$40,700 + $186,700
$227,400
2025
$1,136 (+5.8%)
$34,231 + $155,749
$189,980
2024
$1,074 (+6.3%)
$30,620 + $120,819
$151,439
2023
$1,010 (−13.1%)
$23,623 + $110,267
$133,890
2022
$1,162 (+2.5%)
$15,100 + $88,300
$103,400
2021
$1,134 (+102.5%)
$15,100 + $88,300
$103,400
2020
$560 (+4.9%)
$15,100 + $88,300
$103,400
2019
$534 (−1.8%)
$10,377 + $59,421
$69,798
2018
$544 (+30.8%)
$10,377 + $59,421
$69,798
2017
$416 (+33.3%)
$10,564 + $47,571
$58,135
2016
$312 (+3.7%)
$9,200 + $41,200
$50,400
2014
$301 (+10.3%)
$9,200 + $41,200
$50,400
2013
$273
$9,200 + $41,200
$50,400
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.7
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1 Acre
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,790
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,790
Year built
1915
Style
Other
County
St. Louis County
APN
315-0020-04820
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
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 89° 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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Historical weather
Duluth, MN • 55804
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Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11.8 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 2001 Shilhon Rd
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