Log home on 80 acres in Embarrass. Comfortable and inviting 3 bedroom 2 Bath log home nestled among towering White pine. Triple pane windows, wood stove and propane furnace, new roof in 2013, and a 223' drilled well. Deer, bear and other wild life use the old game trails that meander through the property. There are established ATV trails for you, too! The Embarrass River runs through the edge of the back forty providing access for canoeing. Several outbuildings including sauna, work shop, storage, a play house and cabin for the little ones and an above-ground pool.
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Market trends in 55732, MN
Last updated July 2026
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.0% MoM
Median sale price
$209K
$47 MoM
Avg. days on market
223d
0 days MoM
Recently sold homes
1
0 MoM
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Sale history for 4965 Waisanen Rd
Date
Event
Price
RAOR #126424
Jul 21, 2015
Sold
$160,000
Apr 16, 2015
Listed
$155,000
Log home on 80 acres in Embarrass. Comfortable and inviting 3 bedroom 2 Bath log home nestled among towering White pine and native trees. Triple pane windows, wood stove and propane furnace, new roof in 2013, and a 223' drilled well. Deer, bear and other wild life use the old game trails that meander through the property. There are established ATV trails for you, too! The Embarrass River runs through the edge of the back forty providing access for canoeing. Various outbuildings including sauna, work shop, storage, a play house and cabin for the little ones and an above-ground pool.
LSAR #2301938
Jul 21, 2015
Sold
$160,000
Apr 14, 2015
Listed
$155,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,262 (+15.8%)
$37,498 + $147,391
$184,889
2025
$1,954 (−11.7%)
$37,049 + $129,761
$166,810
2024
$2,214 (+21.0%)
$37,107 + $147,003
$184,110
2023
$1,830 (+2.0%)
$32,497 + $99,049
$131,546
2022
$1,794 (+6.4%)
$47,235 + $92,431
$139,666
2021
$1,686 (+6.6%)
$41,130 + $83,227
$124,357
2020
$1,582 (+2.1%)
$41,130 + $83,227
$124,357
2019
$1,550 (−0.9%)
$40,920 + $77,272
$118,192
2018
$1,564 (+5.0%)
$40,920 + $77,272
$118,192
2017
$1,490 (+27.4%)
$46,665 + $67,712
$114,377
2016
$1,170 (+12.2%)
$42,900 + $56,700
$99,600
2014
$1,043 (−0.1%)
$43,400 + $44,400
$87,800
2013
$1,044
$44,100 + $44,400
$88,500
Tax history for 4965 Waisanen Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,262 (+15.8%)
$37,498 + $147,391
$184,889
2025
$1,954 (−11.7%)
$37,049 + $129,761
$166,810
2024
$2,214 (+21.0%)
$37,107 + $147,003
$184,110
2023
$1,830 (+2.0%)
$32,497 + $99,049
$131,546
2022
$1,794 (+6.4%)
$47,235 + $92,431
$139,666
2021
$1,686 (+6.6%)
$41,130 + $83,227
$124,357
2020
$1,582 (+2.1%)
$41,130 + $83,227
$124,357
2019
$1,550 (−0.9%)
$40,920 + $77,272
$118,192
2018
$1,564 (+5.0%)
$40,920 + $77,272
$118,192
2017
$1,490 (+27.4%)
$46,665 + $67,712
$114,377
2016
$1,170 (+12.2%)
$42,900 + $56,700
$99,600
2014
$1,043 (−0.1%)
$43,400 + $44,400
$87,800
2013
$1,044
$44,100 + $44,400
$88,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
40 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
896
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Louis County
APN
330-0010-04210
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane, Wood
Interior Features
Interior Features: Sauna
Appliances: Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Water Heater
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Roof: Asphalt
Pool Information
Pool Features: Above Ground
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 952
Below Grade Finished Area: 952
Construction Materials: Log
Property Features
Other Structures: Workshop, Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: SF/Detached
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 1320 x 2640
Lot Size Acres: 80
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,460
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private
Location
Schools Information
School District: St. Louis County #2142
Location Information
Directions: From the intersection of 21 & 135 (4 Corners) heading towards Embarrass/ Babbitt take a R on Palo Tia Road, L. on Waisanen Rd to sign on your L. There is a bridge over the Embarrass River next to the driveway. From N Hwy 21 take a left on Waisanen Rd just past the Embarrass Green house and follow to sign on R. Go straight on the driveway to top of hill, follow to the R. Please no drive-by
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 896
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 40 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 330-0010-04210
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 24, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Duluth Area Association of REALTORS
Around this home
Schools
Babbitt Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 12.8mi
5/10
Northeast Range Secondary
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 12.8mi
6/10
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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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being 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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Historical weather
Embarrass, MN • 55732
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.6 hours in
June and 2.8 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.