St. Louis County property record for 5614 Ely Island S, Tower, MN 55790
| Property Type | Seasonal / Vacation Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1,638 sqft · built 1958 |
| Lot Size | 0.678 acres (29,541 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Last Sale | $142,500 (Dec 2018) |
| Tax Bill | $2,068 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2023 Transfer Oct 2023 Transfer + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 270-0020-01500 |
| Primary APN | 270-0020-01500 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Stories | 1 Story |
|---|---|
| Building Area | 1,638 sqft Gross Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,638 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1958 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1958 |
| Architectural Style | Rustic |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Construction Type | Frame |
| Lot Area | 29,541 sqft |
| Porch | Patio |
|---|---|
| Porch Area | 108 sqft |
| Deck Area | Deck Area |
| Sauna | Sauna |
| Heating Fuel | Wood |
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| Account Number | 1063543 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 5614 ELY IS S |
| City | TOWER |
| State | MN |
| Zip | 55790-4402 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Specialized > Seasonal / Vacation Home |
| Legal Description | TRACT A SERIAL # |
| Legal Subdivision | REGISTERED LAND SURVEY NO 141 |
| Legal Tract | A |
| Jurisdiction | ST LOUIS MN |
| Township / Civil Division | BREITUNG |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2004 |
| Census Tract | 15402 |
Source: St. Louis County records, as of August 17, 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | PO BOX 134, GLENWOOD, MN 56334-0134 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Oct 4, 2023 | Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer |
| Oct 9, 2023 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer Quitclaim |
| Jun 10, 2022 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage NORTH STAR CU |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Dec 28, 2018 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Dec 28, 2018 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 20181347359 |
| Record Updated | Sep 20, 2026 |
| Document Type | Intrafamily Transfer |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ST LOUIS MN |
| Recording Date | Oct 4, 2023 |
| Property Address | 5614 ELY IS S, TOWER, MN 55790-4402 |
| Document Number | 0001073103 |
| Instrument Date | Sep 30, 2023 |
| Instrument | 1073103 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 7, 2023 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 3003 VALLETTE ST, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225-1843 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ST LOUIS MN |
| Recording Date | Oct 9, 2023 |
| Property Address | 5614 ELY IS S, TOWER, MN 55790-4402 |
| Document Number | 0001475655 |
| Instrument Date | Sep 8, 2023 |
| Instrument | 1475655 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Nov 7, 2023 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 3003 VALLETTE ST, BELLINGHAM, WA 98225-1843 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ST LOUIS MN |
| Recording Date | Jun 10, 2022 |
| Property Address | 5614 ELY IS S, TOWER, MN 55790-4402 |
| Document Number | 0001444969 |
| Instrument Date | Apr 28, 2022 |
| Instrument | 1444969 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 6, 2022 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $363.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded by County |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Joint Tenants |
| Address | 708 5TH AVE NE, ROSEAU, MN 56751-1824 |
| Document Number | 0001444970 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jun 10, 2022 |
| Instrument | 1444970 |
| Name | NORTH STAR CU |
|---|---|
| Type | Credit Union |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 59 Months |
| Due | May 1, 2027 |
Source: St. Louis County assessment roll, as of August 17, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Minnesota |
| County | St. Louis County |
| County Subdivision | Breitung Township |
| Unified School District | St. Louis County School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,068.00 (+7,285.71%) | ||
| 2025 | $28.00 (+16.67%) | $204,900 (+9.81%) Land $121,300 Building $83,600 | $204,900 (+9.81%) Land $121,300 Building $83,600 |
| 2024 | $186,600 (+8,381.82%) Land $106,300 Building $80,300 | $186,600 (+8,381.82%) Land $106,300 Building $80,300 | |
| 2022 | $24.00 | $2,200 Land $2,200 | $2,200 Land $2,200 |
Assessed value is set for property tax purposes, not a market price estimate; it is a fraction of this property's market value.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective March 24, 2025
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone A, within 500 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · lower than 60% of Minnesota |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 10 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 25 / 6 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 25 / 3 |
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