SOLD SEP 16, 2025

Off Market Sep 2025 for $425K

$490,600

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,747/mo

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2,383

sq ft

5531 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN 55804

About this home

Charming Farmhouse on 7 Acres – Talmadge River Frontage! Discover the perfect blend of rustic charm and potential with this 4-bedroom, 2-bath farmhouse nestled on 7 scenic acres along the Talmadge River. Just a short drive to town, this property offers a peaceful retreat with plenty of room to make it your own. Step inside to find beautiful hardwood floors throughout the original home and a cozy living room centered around a wood-burning fireplace, perfect for relaxing evenings. The spacious main floor bedroom includes an attached sitting room—ideal for a private retreat, nursery, or home office. While some updates and finishing touches are needed, many major improvements have already been taken care of, including a newer roof, updated plumbing, septic system, and well. Outside, the property shines with a detached 3-stall heated garage, an additional 6-stall detached garage, and an attached 1-car tuck-under garage—offering ample space for vehicles, hobbies, or storage. Whether you're dreaming of a hobby farm, a peaceful homestead, or simply more room to spread out, this one-of-a-kind property delivers charm, space, and endless potential.

Single-familyProperty Type

1925Year Built

7.55 acresLot Size

$206Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

10 car garageParking

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Bought with Joshua Gosar • RE/MAX Results

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Redfin Estimate

$490,600

$66K since sold in September 2025$5,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 19.3% lower than the average sale price ($608K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JAN 13, 2026
$589,000
A
4 beds2 baths2,424 sq ft
5113 Eagle Lake Rd, Rice Lake, MN 55803
SOLD DEC 15, 2025
$496,000
B
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
5211 Albert Olson Rd, Duluth, MN 55804
SOLD JUN 5, 2026
$645,000
C
3 beds2 baths— sq ft
2643 Lauren Rd, Duluth, MN 55804
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$889,900
D
4 beds3.5 baths3,176 sq ft
5027 Oakley St, Duluth, MN 55804
SOLD JUN 30, 2026
$645,000
E
4 beds3 baths2,804 sq ft
3273 Strand Rd, Duluth, MN 55803
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$384,900
F
4 beds2 baths2,177 sq ft
4706 Pitt St, Duluth, MN 55804

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Market trends in 55804, MN

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

102.0%

+0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$405K

$31K MoM

Avg. days on market

12d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

22 MoM

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$1,749,000
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Sale history for 5531 Lester River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,140 (+2.3%)

$89,439 + $253,250

$342,689

2025

$4,046 (+2.4%)

$93,200 + $260,100

$353,300

2024

$3,952 (−4.7%)

$93,200 + $257,800

$351,000

2023

$4,146 (+16.2%)

$88,900 + $257,800

$346,700

2022

$3,568 (+2.2%)

$48,200 + $219,100

$267,300

2021

$3,490

$42,800 + $219,100

$261,900

2020

$3,488 (+4.3%)

$42,800 + $219,100

$261,900

2019

$3,344 (+19.3%)

$40,406 + $200,522

$240,928

2018

$2,802 (+14.3%)

$37,376 + $175,103

$212,479

2017

$2,452 (+8.2%)

$55,126 + $127,269

$182,395

2016

$2,266 (−2.8%)

$54,400 + $114,300

$168,700

2014

$2,331 (+1.7%)

$52,200 + $114,000

$166,200

2013

$2,293

$54,400 + $114,300

$168,700

Tax history for 5531 Lester River Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$4,140 (+2.3%)

$89,439 + $253,250

$342,689

2025

$4,046 (+2.4%)

$93,200 + $260,100

$353,300

2024

$3,952 (−4.7%)

$93,200 + $257,800

$351,000

2023

$4,146 (+16.2%)

$88,900 + $257,800

$346,700

2022

$3,568 (+2.2%)

$48,200 + $219,100

$267,300

2021

$3,490

$42,800 + $219,100

$261,900

2020

$3,488 (+4.3%)

$42,800 + $219,100

$261,900

2019

$3,344 (+19.3%)

$40,406 + $200,522

$240,928

2018

$2,802 (+14.3%)

$37,376 + $175,103

$212,479

2017

$2,452 (+8.2%)

$55,126 + $127,269

$182,395

2016

$2,266 (−2.8%)

$54,400 + $114,300

$168,700

2014

$2,331 (+1.7%)

$52,200 + $114,000

$166,200

2013

$2,293

$54,400 + $114,300

$168,700

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

Stories

1.7

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7.55 Acres

Year renovated

1965

Sq. Ft.

2,292

Year built

1925

Style

Single Family Residential

County

St. Louis County

APN

415-0010-02840

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 10
Parking Features: Detached

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Propane

Interior Features
Interior Features: Master Downstairs
Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full

Exterior

Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,383
# of Stories Total: 2

Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: River Front

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Detached

Lot Information
Water Body Name: Talmadge River
Lot Size Dimensions: 505 x 661
Lot Size Acres: 7.55

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,017

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Sewer: Private Sewer

Location

Schools Information
High School District: Duluth #709

Location Information
Directions: From Duluth - Head north on Jean Duluth Rd, Turn Right on Stark Rd, Turn Left on Lester River Rd. Home located on left before Lavis Rd.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,292
Stories: 1.7
Lot Size: 7.55 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: 1965
County: St. Louis County
APN: 415-0010-02840

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026

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Around this home

Schools

Lakewood Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi

9/10

Ordean East Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.5mi

7/10

East Senior High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.6mi

10/10

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Lifestyle

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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 90° 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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Home values near 5531 Lester River Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
5483 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1668 Sq. Ft.	$442,575
5532 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1008 Sq. Ft.	$243,994

Address	Redfin Estimate
5522 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1512 Sq. Ft.	$457,777
5540 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1040 Sq. Ft.	$335,934

Address	Redfin Estimate
5550 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1106 Sq. Ft.	$267,718
5582 Lester River Rd, Duluth, MN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 988 Sq. Ft.	$272,537

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