This is an OPPORTUNIST property. Are you looking for a get away or a place to build a small home or cabin? This property is surrounded by one the country's few designated state hemlock forests. Walking distance to Jay Cooke and Munger state trail which offers numerous hiking, walking, biking, skiing, and snowmobile trails. Blacktop Road. There was a home on the lower half of the land which was recently torn down and basement was filled in. (Fall 2020). Power is on site. North end needs a meter and south was disconnected but pole is still there. Phone on the south parcel. The property is located along a picturesque ravine with views into the hemlocks. The property is divided by the ravine and a seasonal stream. There is a variance on file to build closer to the road 50' from centerline vs 83'
Vacant landProperty Type
5 acresLot Size
$45,719Price/Acres
Listed by Shari Vinje• Forefront Realty, Inc.
Bought with Carly Gosar• Messina & Associates Real Estate
WOW, What a location! Property adjoins the Hemlock Ravine at Jay Cooke State Park! Less than 1 Mile to the Park Entrance, Willard Munger Trail, Forbay Lake and St Louis River-@17 miles to Duluth! Land was cleared of large trees and electric brought to northern section with intent to build-Excellant school district- Enjoy beautiful nature, hunting, recreation and proximity to amenities!
Public Records
Sep 6, 2016
Sold
$94,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,510 (+461.1%)
$89,500 + $320,900
$410,400
2025
$982
$89,500
2024
$982 (+5.8%)
$84,900
2023
$928 (+53.6%)
$80,400
2022
$604 (+1.0%)
$43,200
2021
$598 (−41.4%)
$42,200
2020
$1,020 (+3.7%)
$42,200 + $21,600
$63,800
2019
$984 (+1.9%)
$42,200 + $21,600
$63,800
2018
$966 (−1.4%)
$42,200 + $19,400
$61,600
2017
$980 (−17.2%)
$42,200 + $18,500
$60,700
2015
$1,184 (+62.6%)
$47,400 + $23,200
$70,600
2014
$728
$28,000 + $13,200
$41,200
Tax history for 264 Jay Cooke Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,510 (+461.1%)
$89,500 + $320,900
$410,400
2025
$982
$89,500
2024
$982 (+5.8%)
$84,900
2023
$928 (+53.6%)
$80,400
2022
$604 (+1.0%)
$43,200
2021
$598 (−41.4%)
$42,200
2020
$1,020 (+3.7%)
$42,200 + $21,600
$63,800
2019
$984 (+1.9%)
$42,200 + $21,600
$63,800
2018
$966 (−1.4%)
$42,200 + $19,400
$61,600
2017
$980 (−17.2%)
$42,200 + $18,500
$60,700
2015
$1,184 (+62.6%)
$47,400 + $23,200
$70,600
2014
$728
$28,000 + $13,200
$41,200
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
—
Style
Other
County
Carlton County
APN
78-010-0730
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 29, 2026.
Property details
Exterior
Building Information
Development Status: Raw Land
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Creek
Has View
Property Information
Property Type: Land
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Recreational
Lot Information
Lot Features: Many Trees, See Remarks
Water Body Name: Creek/Stream
Road Surface Type: Paved
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: County Road
Lot Size Dimensions: See Survey IRREG
Lot Size Acres: 5
Zoning Description: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $598
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Available, Propane
Location
Schools Information
High School District: Esko #99
Location Information
Directions: I-35 to Exit 242 South to Palkie Road. Turn R onto Jay Cooke Rd. Property on left. Line starts on North end down around curve to just to where the next curve is past south driveway
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Carlton County
APN: 78-010-0730
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 29, 2026
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Schools
Winterquist Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 2.5mi
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Lincoln Secondary
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
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Estimated sale price
$218,000 – $263,000
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