This year-round home/cabin boost phenomenal lake views of Bear Island Lake. Many updates have taken place with a beautiful updated kitchen, center island, new flooring and appliances. Expansive deck off the living area to enjoy the summer breeze. Bear Island Lake offers such a beautiful setting with over 22 islands, 22+/- acres and much undeveloped property to enjoy all your outdoor recreational activities. Boating, kayak, canoe, swimming, fishing to name a few along with winter snowshoeing, skiing, ice fishing and more. Updates have also been done with the bathrooms and comfortable family area in the walk out lower level that brings you out to the water’s edge. Single stall garage with added work shop and plenty of storage. The sauna is waiting for you and close to the dock for a plunge into the lake.
Phenomenal views are offered from this year round home/cabin. With a perfect mix of Northwoods charm and modern amenities, the home is a great fit for your get-a-way or year-round home. The charming cabin features 2 main floor bedrooms, along with an additional lower level bonus room. The home is partially furnished. Large deck overlooking the water with expansive views. Great shoreline on this scenic lake with lots of public shoreline and islands to explore.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,346 (+11.2%)
$149,811 + $212,498
$362,309
2025
$3,010 (+1.9%)
$148,022 + $179,516
$327,538
2024
$2,954 (+40.0%)
$125,500 + $150,300
$275,800
2023
$2,110 (−1.2%)
$107,279 + $122,095
$229,374
2022
$2,136 (+10.2%)
$100,852 + $110,864
$211,716
2021
$1,938 (+7.5%)
$90,337 + $94,238
$184,575
2020
$1,802 (−3.5%)
$90,337 + $94,238
$184,575
2019
$1,868 (−1.5%)
$100,686 + $97,841
$198,527
2018
$1,896 (−32.0%)
$100,686 + $97,841
$198,527
2017
$2,788 (+1.2%)
$106,400 + $116,200
$222,600
2016
$2,756 (+2.0%)
$106,400 + $116,200
$222,600
2014
$2,702 (−2.5%)
$106,400 + $116,200
$222,600
2013
$2,771
$110,900 + $120,900
$231,800
Tax history for 2528 Verbick Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$3,346 (+11.2%)
$149,811 + $212,498
$362,309
2025
$3,010 (+1.9%)
$148,022 + $179,516
$327,538
2024
$2,954 (+40.0%)
$125,500 + $150,300
$275,800
2023
$2,110 (−1.2%)
$107,279 + $122,095
$229,374
2022
$2,136 (+10.2%)
$100,852 + $110,864
$211,716
2021
$1,938 (+7.5%)
$90,337 + $94,238
$184,575
2020
$1,802 (−3.5%)
$90,337 + $94,238
$184,575
2019
$1,868 (−1.5%)
$100,686 + $97,841
$198,527
2018
$1,896 (−32.0%)
$100,686 + $97,841
$198,527
2017
$2,788 (+1.2%)
$106,400 + $116,200
$222,600
2016
$2,756 (+2.0%)
$106,400 + $116,200
$222,600
2014
$2,702 (−2.5%)
$106,400 + $116,200
$222,600
2013
$2,771
$110,900 + $120,900
$231,800
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Directions: From Ely travel Hwy 21 south to Bear Island River Road, right turn and follow to Verbick Road, take left and follow to property address on your right.
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 840
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.91 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 625-0025-00130
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
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Around this home
Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 9.2mi
6/10
Memorial Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 9.1mi
7/10
Memorial Secondary
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.1mi
9/10
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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 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 8.5 hours in
June and 2.7 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.