Google satellite image for 4876 Timber Is, Tower, MN 55790

Off market oct 2021 for $319K

$449,036

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,175/mo

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4876 Timber Is, Tower, MN 55790

About this home

Furnished Island Retreat In Majestic Pines On Big Bay, Lake Vermilion. Classic 2BR Mid Century Modern Cabin W/ Wood Burning Fireplace & New Roof. Screenhouse W/ Fireplace & Deck. Grandfathered Wet Boathouse. Sunrise To Sunset Panoramic Blue Water Views. Short Boat Ride Across Calm Water To Choice Of Landings. Located in an area of breathtaking scenery northeast of Big Birch Island where there are sparkling bright blue bays created by small islands & miles of picturesque mainland coastline adjoining the state park. 8.5 park like acres, 1775 ft lakeshore. Permanent electricity (no generator). Drilled well. Swim or catch Walleyes right off your dock! Click link for 3D Tour!

Single-familyProperty Type

1970Year Built

8.5 acresLot Size

$822Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

Listed by Lisa Janisch • Janisch Realty Inc

Bought with Dan Janisch • Janisch Realty Inc

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•Source:RAOR #142158

Redfin Estimate

$449,036

$130K since sold in October 2021$46K since September

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This home's estimate is 59.5% higher than the average sale price ($282K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$499,500
A
2 beds0.75 baths825 sq ft
5250 Mud Creek Rd, Tower, MN 55790
SOLD SEP 29, 2026
$449,500
B
2 beds1 bath— sq ft
5250 Mud Creek Rd, Ely, MN 55731
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$210,000
C
2 beds— baths647 sq ft
5372 S Ely Is, Tower, MN 55790
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$210,000
D
2 beds— baths648 sq ft
5372 Ely Island Is S, Tower, MN 55790
SOLD SEP 11, 2026
$210,000
E
2 beds— baths— sq ft
5372 Ely Is S, Ely, MN 55790
SOLD MAY 6, 2026
$110,000
F
2 beds— baths840 sq ft
3810 Mud Creek Rd, Ely, MN 55731

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Market trends in 55731, MN

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Buyer's market

Sale-to-List Price

92.3%

1.6% MoM

Median sale price

$282K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

64d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

2 MoM

New listings for sale

$855,000
3 beds2 baths2,025 sq ft
1807 Everett Bay Rd, Tower, MN 55790
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Sale history for 4876 Timber Is

Date

Event

Price

RAOR #142158

Oct 7, 2021

Sold

$319,000

$584/sq ft

Aug 18, 2021

Listed

$329,500

$603/sq ft

RAOR #140692

May 25, 2021

Sold

$319,000

$584/sq ft

Jan 5, 2021

Listed

$319,000

$584/sq ft

Private Island Retreat, Lake Vermilion, Secluded Swimming Area, Grandfathered Wet Boathouse, Towering Pines, Panoramic Views, Short Boat Ride Across Calm Water To Mainland. Located in an area of breathtaking scenery on prime Big Bay where there are sparkling bright blue bays & miles of picturesque coastline adjoining the state park. Furnished 546 SF, 2BR classic lake cabin w/ wd burning firepl, new roof. Screenhouse w/ firepl & deck. 8.5 acres, gradual & park like. 1,775 ft lakeshore. Cabin offers natural wood walls, S & SW sunset views, sounds of water lapping shore. Permanent electricity (no generator). Relax & enjoy unrestricted views across the water. Click link to view 3D Tour!

Public Records

Sep 29, 2000

Sold

$55,000

$101/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,936 (−0.3%)

$285,500 + $52,100

$337,600

2025

$3,946 (−1.7%)

$288,600 + $47,100

$335,700

2024

$4,016 (−5.3%)

$288,600 + $47,100

$335,700

2023

$4,242 (−0.3%)

$288,600 + $47,100

$335,700

2022

$4,256 (+1.3%)

$251,800 + $41,000

$292,800

2021

$4,202 (−10.2%)

$251,800 + $41,000

$292,800

2020

$4,680 (+2.9%)

$251,800 + $41,000

$292,800

2019

$4,548 (+4.4%)

$304,900 + $16,700

$321,600

2018

$4,358 (+1.1%)

$289,400 + $13,100

$302,500

2017

$4,312

$286,900 + $13,100

$300,000

2016

$4,314 (−12.5%)

$286,900 + $13,100

$300,000

2014

$4,932 (−2.1%)

$300,500 + $17,700

$318,200

2013

$5,036

$300,500 + $17,700

$318,200

Tax history for 4876 Timber Is

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$3,936 (−0.3%)

$285,500 + $52,100

$337,600

2025

$3,946 (−1.7%)

$288,600 + $47,100

$335,700

2024

$4,016 (−5.3%)

$288,600 + $47,100

$335,700

2023

$4,242 (−0.3%)

$288,600 + $47,100

$335,700

2022

$4,256 (+1.3%)

$251,800 + $41,000

$292,800

2021

$4,202 (−10.2%)

$251,800 + $41,000

$292,800

2020

$4,680 (+2.9%)

$251,800 + $41,000

$292,800

2019

$4,548 (+4.4%)

$304,900 + $16,700

$321,600

2018

$4,358 (+1.1%)

$289,400 + $13,100

$302,500

2017

$4,312

$286,900 + $13,100

$300,000

2016

$4,314 (−12.5%)

$286,900 + $13,100

$300,000

2014

$4,932 (−2.1%)

$300,500 + $17,700

$318,200

2013

$5,036

$300,500 + $17,700

$318,200

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

—

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8.5 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

480

Year built

1970

Style

Other

County

St. Louis County

APN

270-0020-01044

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 7, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: None

Interior

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Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Propane, Space Heater, Wood

Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Room Information
Basement Details: Crawl Space, Block

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Screened, Covered
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Building Information
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Frame, Wood Siding

Property Features
Waterfront Features: Lake

Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Water Body Name: Vermilion
Lot Size : 850 x734
Lot Size Acres: 8.5

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Well, Private

Location

Schools Information
School District: St.Louis County-2142

Public facts

Beds: 2
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 480
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8.5 acres
Style: Other
Year Built: 1970
Year Renovated: —
County: St. Louis County
APN: 270-0020-01044

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 6, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Tower-Soudan Elementary School

Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 5.7mi

5/10

Northeast Range Secondary

Public 7-12 • Assigned • 16.0mi

6/10

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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 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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Tower, MN • 55790

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
4772 Timber Is, Tower, MN 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$833,409
4815 Echo Point Rd, Tower, MN 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$420,989

Address	Redfin Estimate
4876 Timber Is, Breitung Twp, MN 2 Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$378,584
4861 Lake Vermilion N, Breitung Twp, MN 1 Beds \| - Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$255,459

Address	Redfin Estimate
4853 Lake Vermilion N, Ely, MN 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1432 Sq. Ft.	$394,778
4821 Vermilion N, Tower, MN 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$733,856

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