Perched atop 40 acres of high rolling land, this one family-owned homestead boasts miles of incredible southerly panoramic views. Nestled as the solo residence at the end of a long gravel, county-maintained road, this modest, but cozy older 3 bedroom/2bath haven is ideal for breathing deep & enjoying simplicity of life. Large windows allow nature as your artwork, offer abundant natural light & endless hours of wildlife watching. Wood burning stove, on a raised brick hearth supplements the propane hot water heating on chilly nights. A 26’ x 52’ metal building houses 2 stall garage, insulated/heated workshop & open-air storage. Secondary storage building. Large, fenced garden plot with a nearby handpump; underground root cellar with whimsical 2nd level hideaway; cut trails throughout property; even a shooting range. Mixture of saplings to mature tree growth; aspen to pine. Located just 10 minutes south of Ely off Blueberry Lake Rd.
Single-familyProperty Type
1957Year Built
40 acresLot Size
$188Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Wendy Johnson• Keller Williams Classic Realty Northwest
Bought with Wendy Johnson• Keller Williams Classic Realty Northwest
Est. $2,652 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1480 Maijala Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RAOR #149877
Jun 10, 2026
Sold
$265,000
$188/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Pending
—
May 5, 2026
Listed
$279,900
$199/sq ft
LSAR #6124981
Jun 10, 2026
Sold
$265,000
$188/sq ft
May 27, 2026
Pending
—
May 5, 2026
Listed
$279,900
$199/sq ft
+53
Perched atop 40 acres of high rolling land, this one family-owned homestead boasts miles of incredible southerly panoramic views. Nestled as the solo residence at the end of a long gravel, county-maintained road, this modest, but cozy older 3 bedroom/2bath haven is ideal for breathing deep & enjoying simplicity of life. Large windows allow nature as your artwork, offer abundant natural light & endless hours of wildlife watching. Wood burning stove, on a raised brick hearth supplements the propane hot water heating on chilly nights. A 26’ x 52’ metal building houses 2 stall garage, insulated/heated workshop & open-air storage. Secondary storage building. Large, fenced garden plot with a nearby handpump; underground root cellar with whimsical 2nd level hideaway; cut trails throughout property; even a shooting range. Mixture of saplings to mature tree growth; aspen to pine. Located just 10 minutes south of Ely off Blueberry Rd.
NORTHSTARMLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #MAM28253
Apr 26, 2010
Listed
$219,000
$156/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,566 (+0.3%)
$57,914 + $105,143
$163,057
2025
$1,562 (−12.7%)
$57,427 + $99,635
$157,062
2024
$1,790 (+6.3%)
$53,197 + $113,611
$166,808
2023
$1,684 (+10.2%)
$46,658 + $95,734
$142,392
2022
$1,528 (−3.3%)
$78,045 + $79,795
$157,840
2021
$1,580 (+8.5%)
$77,554 + $74,182
$151,736
2020
$1,456 (+4.1%)
$77,554 + $74,182
$151,736
2019
$1,398 (+0.9%)
$86,135 + $65,369
$151,504
2018
$1,386 (+9.0%)
$86,235 + $65,369
$151,604
2017
$1,272 (+1.9%)
$81,605 + $57,426
$139,031
2016
$1,248 (−30.2%)
$81,600 + $57,400
$139,000
2014
$1,788 (−6.7%)
$92,100 + $73,200
$165,300
2013
$1,917
$103,500 + $73,200
$176,700
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
40 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,276
Year built
1957
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Louis County
APN
465-0010-04990
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: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Detached, See Remarks
Interior
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Propane, Hot Water
Interior Features
Appliances: Dryer, Gas Range, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Shingle
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 Size : 1320 x1320
Lot Size Acres: 40
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Ely-696
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,276
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 40 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1957
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 465-0010-04990
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 5.9mi
6/10
Memorial Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.9mi
7/10
Memorial Secondary
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.9mi
9/10
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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
0.15% 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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Historical weather
Ely, MN • 55731
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.4 hours in
June and 2.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.