Sold / Closed
$1,300,000

Sold price · Closed Sep 22, 2026

$613/sqft

Nortons Acre Outlots Duluth

139 Howard Gnesen Road, Duluth, MN, 55811
3  Bedrooms2  Bathrooms1,956  Square Feet2.343  Acres
Days on market50
Year built2006
Garage spaces1
TypeResidential
Est. $33,000buyer credit when you buy with SODL

About this home

One-of-a-Kind Artisan Estate, rarely does a property redefine the standards of luxury and craftsmanship, but this one-owner estate does exactly that. Handcrafted by true Artisan and recognized by the Duluth Preservation Alliance, this custom 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home took four years of precise, meticulous construction to complete. It represents a level of thought, design, and care that simply cannot be matched. Exquisite Architectural Masterpiece. The 3BR/2BA residence is a showcase of museum-quality details and historic materials, curated and shaped by Doug McCorison himself: Historic Timbers: Hundreds-of-years-old Douglas Fir Timbers frame the interior spaces. Global Materials: Framing lumber was sourced directly from the Black Forest in Germany. Geometric Artistry: A striking round dining room serves as a central structural masterpiece. Exterior Excellence: Premium cedar siding is accented by custom redwood moldings and copper trim. Century-Grade Roof: Engineered to last with 80-year shingles, copper flashing, and copper gutters. A Fairy Tale Setting in the City Nestled on 2.34 private acres; the grounds offer total natural immersion while remaining right in town. The estate feels lifted from a fairy tale, surrounded by: Lush, mature woods and moss-covered bluffs. A peaceful private pond and dramatic rocky outcroppings. Direct adjacency to approximately 200 acres of protected green space for world-class hiking and skiing. Premium Outbuildings & Versatile Spaces. The estate functions as a multi-structured compound, perfect for guests, creators, or hobbyists: The "Lighthouse": An adorable, fully detached guest house full of character. The Studio: A bright, flexible workspace located above the detached garage. The Workshop: A spacious 2-car garage equipped for serious projects and storage.

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Home facts

Property typeResidential
Property subtypeSingle Family
Year built2006
LevelsTwo
Living area1,956 sqft
Above-grade finished1,956 sqft
Below-grade finished0 sqft
Lot size2.343 acres (2.34 acres)
Days on market50
ListedJun 24, 2026
MLS #NST7099274
CountySt. Louis
SubdivisionNortons Acre Outlots Duluth
Parcel #010347001010

Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2
Bath breakdown
1 full / 1 3/4
Heating
Boiler, Hot Water, In-Floor Heating, Radiant
Cooling
Central Air
Basement
None · 0 sqft finished

Property

Levels / stories
Two
Garage
1 space · 22 x 26 · 572 sqft
Parking features
Detached Garage
Exterior features
Cedar, Cement Board, Concrete, Other, Stucco, Wood
Lot size
2.343 acres
Lot dimensions
2.34 acres

Construction

Property type
Residential
Property subtype
Single Family
Foundation
Block, Other, Stone · 1,089 sqft
Year built
2006

Utilities

Water
Private
Sewer
Private Sewer
Fuel
Electric, Natural Gas

Community & HOA

Subdivision
Nortons Acre Outlots Duluth
HOA
No HOA
School district
709 - Duluth
High school district
Duluth

Financial & listing details

Annual tax
$8,848 (2026)
Listed
Jun 24, 2026
Days on market
50
Manufactured home
Yes

Interior details

Total bathrooms2
Full baths1
3/4 baths1
Half baths0
1/4 baths0
BasementNone
HeatingBoiler, Hot Water, In-Floor Heating, Radiant
CoolingCentral Air
Fireplaces1
AccessibilityNone

Exterior & lot

ExteriorCedar, Cement Board, Concrete, Other, Stucco, Wood
FoundationBlock, Other, Stone
Foundation area1,089 sqft
ZoningResidential-Single Family

Utilities

Water sourcePrivate
SewerPrivate Sewer
FuelElectric, Natural Gas

Parking & garage

ParkingDetached Garage
Garage spaces1
Garage size572 sqft

Financial details

Annual taxes$8,848
Tax year2026
Taxes w/ assessments8848
Assessment pendingNo
Lender ownedNo
Short saleNo
ForeclosureNo

Schools

District709 - Duluth
District number709
District phone2183368700
High schoolDuluth
SODL flat fee brokerage
$33,000Estimated buyer credit
SODL platform fee $3,000Your buyer credit $33,000

How SODL buyer credits work

When you buy with SODL, the brokerage charges a flat $3,000 platform fee at closing. The remaining buyer-side commission (typically 3% of the purchase price) is credited directly back to you at closing, reducing the cash you bring to the table.

  • Tour homes with SODL’s flexible showing network
  • Submit offers and manage your transaction through the platform
  • Keep more money at closing through transparent flat-fee pricing

A clear, modern way to buy with expert guidance and meaningful savings.

Estimated monthly payment

$7,444/mo
Principal & interest$6,307
Property taxes$737
Home insurance (est.)$400
%
$240,000
0%50%
Credit score
Loan term

These payment estimates are for illustration purposes only and may vary based on your lender, interest rate, credit profile, down payment, taxes, insurance, and loan terms. For a more accurate monthly payment estimate, speak with your lender or connect with SODL’s preferred lending partner.

Location

139 Howard Gnesen Road, Duluth, MN, 55811

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Listing information

MLS #NST7099274
StatusClosed
Last updatedSep 22, 2026, 7:04 PM
Originally listedJun 25, 2026, 11:00 AM
Listing officeAdolphson Real Estate, Inc

Listing information provided courtesy of the MLS. This information is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information.