NEW PRICE! Ever dream of living on the majestic Shores of Lake Superior? This historical Duluth Centennial 3 bdrm, 3 bath Queen Ann home, known as the John Jensen House, nestles itself on 155' of prime Lake Superior waterfront. Both classic architecture and history abound within the European style turret, pocket doors, oak formal entry, original hardwood floors, tiled kitchen and antique leaded glass pieces. 3 fireplaces on the main floor including the enclosed back 4 season porch/sunroom. Southern facing Master bedroom and bedroom with private bath enjoy panoramic views of the big lake. Generous upper level full bath complete with clawfoot tub, shower and private sauna. Terraced back yard, addl sauna and newly engineered sea/retaining wall to ensure the integrity of this timeless lakeshore. Spend evenings overlooking the views from the outdoor firepit. Perfect escape to enjoy all that Duluth has to offer from cycling to Grandma's Marathon to 4th of July fireworks to skiing the groomed, lit trails in Lester Park just blocks away. This is truly the essence of Duluth Sellers say make an offer!
Single-familyProperty Type
1891Year Built
0.65 acresLot Size
$415Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Contact: ***
Bought with Mary Binsfield• Coldwell Banker East West Duluth
Classic Queen Anne Style home with 150' frontage on Lake Superior. Built in 1891, this historically significant property has been lovingly maintained and updated to include new windows, remodeled kitchen, newer vinyl siding, and 50 year shingles. Maple hard-wood floors, pocket doors and eyebrow windows hearken back to the Victorian era. Sweeping views of Lake Superior can be enjoyed from many windows and water is easily accessed via thoughtful landscape design. The property boasts many perennial plants, including Lilacs, Raspberry bushes, Rose bushes, peonies and rhubarb. This home comes with an upgraded HSA Warranty coverage for Buyers.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,756 (+5.3%)
$506,400 + $324,700
$831,100
2025
$12,114 (+20.7%)
$506,400 + $308,600
$815,000
2024
$10,038 (+2.8%)
$329,800 + $342,700
$672,500
2023
$9,764 (+3.5%)
$306,200 + $317,900
$624,100
2022
$9,432 (+2.1%)
$306,200 + $253,500
$559,700
2021
$9,236 (−2.8%)
$306,200 + $253,500
$559,700
2020
$9,502 (+6.0%)
$306,200 + $253,500
$559,700
2019
$8,966 (+6.8%)
$332,400 + $204,100
$536,500
2018
$8,392 (−7.4%)
$332,500 + $204,100
$536,600
2017
$9,058 (+26.1%)
$332,500 + $240,000
$572,500
2016
$7,182 (+11.8%)
$269,900 + $208,600
$478,500
2014
$6,424 (+4.2%)
$102,700 + $315,900
$418,600
2013
$6,162
$102,600 + $307,700
$410,300
Tax history for 5820 London Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$12,756 (+5.3%)
$506,400 + $324,700
$831,100
2025
$12,114 (+20.7%)
$506,400 + $308,600
$815,000
2024
$10,038 (+2.8%)
$329,800 + $342,700
$672,500
2023
$9,764 (+3.5%)
$306,200 + $317,900
$624,100
2022
$9,432 (+2.1%)
$306,200 + $253,500
$559,700
2021
$9,236 (−2.8%)
$306,200 + $253,500
$559,700
2020
$9,502 (+6.0%)
$306,200 + $253,500
$559,700
2019
$8,966 (+6.8%)
$332,400 + $204,100
$536,500
2018
$8,392 (−7.4%)
$332,500 + $204,100
$536,600
2017
$9,058 (+26.1%)
$332,500 + $240,000
$572,500
2016
$7,182 (+11.8%)
$269,900 + $208,600
$478,500
2014
$6,424 (+4.2%)
$102,700 + $315,900
$418,600
2013
$6,162
$102,600 + $307,700
$410,300
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.63 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,117
Year built
1891
Style
Other
County
St. Louis County
APN
010-2830-00190
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
R-1
Residential-Traditional District
The R-1 district is established to accommodate traditional neighborhoods of single-family detached residences, duplexes and townhouses on moderately sized lots. This district is intended to be used primarily in established neighborhoods. Many of the dimensional standards in this district require development and redevelopment to be consistent with development patterns, building scale, and building location of nearby areas. Uses are allowed as shown in Table 50-19.8.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Detached