This remarkable and well maintained all seasonal home near Ely and White Iron Lake chain sits on approximate 4 acres. Built in 2005 this 1.5 story half log home offers the comfort and solitude that you are looking for. The two car detached garage with half log siding to match the home offers you ample room for extra storage. The walls and ceilings in the home are covered in beautiful basswood. Tiled floors with in-floor heating will be waiting for you in the bathroom. Spacious eat-in kitchen has room to set up a small living room/sitting room to enjoy the warmth of the gas fireplace. With a very large bedroom on the main level with a lighted walk-in closet this room could also be used as the main living room. The large upstairs loft includes three skylights, and a large lighted walk-in closet. Enjoy the end of your day with an evening camp fire. A 60 day closing is required.
This remarkable and well maintained all season home near Ely and White Iron Lake chain sits on approximate 4 acres. Built in 2005 this 1.5 story half log home offers the comfort and solitude that you are looking for. The two car detached garage with half log siding to match the home offers you ample room for extra storage. The walls and ceilings in the home are covered in beautiful basswood. Tiled floors with in-floor heating will be waiting for you in the bathroom. Spacious eat-in kitchen has room to set up a small living room/sitting room to enjoy the warmth of the gas fireplace. With a very large bedroom on the main level with a lighted walk-in closet this room could also be used as the main living room. The large upstairs loft includes three skylights, and a large lighted walk-in closet. Enjoy the end of your day with an evening camp fire. A 60 day closing has been requested by current owner.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,183 (+15.0%)
$60,520 + $209,357
$269,877
2025
$1,029 (+35.5%)
$55,747 + $180,994
$236,741
2024
$759 (−12.6%)
$57,606 + $178,090
$235,696
2023
$869
$57,682 + $180,303
$237,985
Tax history for 12963 West Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,183 (+15.0%)
$60,520 + $209,357
$269,877
2025
$1,029 (+35.5%)
$55,747 + $180,994
$236,741
2024
$759 (−12.6%)
$57,606 + $178,090
$235,696
2023
$869
$57,682 + $180,303
$237,985
*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
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,266
Year built
2005
Style
Other
County
Lake County
APN
28-6226-01010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached
Interior
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Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Room Information
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup
Basement Details: None
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: None
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Lot Size : 349 x664
Lot Size Acres: 4
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
HOA Information
Association Amenities: Snow Removal
Schools Information
School District: OTHER
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,266
Stories: —
Lot Size: 4 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: —
County: Lake County
APN: 28-6226-01010
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Minnehaha Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 58.6mi
6/10
Two Harbors Secondary
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 56.8mi
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% 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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