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ELY, MN 55731

Real Estate Market Report  ·  Lake County
Balanced Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The ELY, MN real estate market (55731) currently shows 42 active listings, with 5 pending sales. Homes are averaging 153 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 153 days on market compared to 137 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 27.8% year-over-year, from $330,000 to $421,875.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 5,297  ·  Density: 1.3/mi²  ·  Median household income: $61,394

Typical home value: $203,109  ·  Homeownership: 75.2%

Market Overview

Active Listings
42
⇩ 4.5% vs 44 last year
Pending
5
12% pending ratio
Median Price
$421,875
⇧ 27.8% vs $330,000 last year
Average Price
$586,955
⇩ 9.1% vs $645,683 last year
Days on Market
153
⇧ 11.7% vs 137 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$310
⇧ 32.5% vs $234/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,277 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 42 this year vs 44 last year
  • Days on market: 153 now vs 137 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $421,875 (+27.8% YoY)
  • Average: $586,955 (-9.1% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 55.1 miles — 181 listings ($65,587,415 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
55731Ely, MN 557310.0 mi36$20,956,104$375,500$582,114
55782Soudan, MN 5578224.1 mi3$291,000$97,000$97,000
55732Embarrass, MN 5573230.7 mi2$893,900$446,950$446,950
55750Hoyt Lakes, MN 5575033.5 mi7$1,968,547$168,050$281,221
55708Biwabik, MN 5570842.0 mi4$519,768$125,475$129,942
55792Virginia, MN 5579243.4 mi33$5,323,593$133,500$161,321
55725Crane Lake, MN 5572545.2 mi3$2,063,001$369,000$687,667
55614Silver Bay, MN 5561446.1 mi26$7,065,318$171,750$271,743
55710Britt, MN 5571050.0 mi2$875,000$437,500$437,500
55612Lutsen, MN 5561250.6 mi10$4,811,590$331,175$481,159
55616Two Harbors, MN 5561651.1 mi42$12,666,024$242,475$301,572
55768Mountain Iron, MN 5576854.1 mi3$802,500$275,500$267,500
55604Grand Marais, MN 5560455.1 mi10$7,351,070$618,200$735,107

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in ELY, MN 55731?

As of March 2026, there are 42 active listings in ELY, MN (zip code 55731), compared to 44 the prior year.

What is the median home price in ELY, MN 55731?

The median listing price in ELY, MN 55731 is $421,875 as of March 2026, a 27.8% increase from $330,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in ELY, MN?

Homes in ELY, MN 55731 spend an average of 153 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 137 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in ELY, MN 55731?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, ELY, MN 55731 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has tightened compared to last year, with 2 fewer active listings — creating more competition among buyers. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 153 days on market compared to 137 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in ELY, MN?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in ELY, MN 55731 save an estimated $8,438 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $421,875. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.