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    523 N 1st Ave E, Duluth, MN 55805

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    $249,000

    Duplex, Up & Down - Duluth, MN

    Type:Duplex
    Property size:
    2,208 SF
    Lot size:
    0.05 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $112/SF
    Added:
    Mar 17, 2026
    Days on Market:
    57
    Last Refresh:
    May 12 at 12:06 am

    Property Features for 523 N 1st Ave E

    General Information

    Property type
    Residential Multi Family
    Property subtype
    Duplex
    Bedrooms
    5
    Rooms
    Basement, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5
    EntryLevel
    Main
    Basement Y/N
    1
    Standard status
    Active
    APN
    010-1030-01040
    Size
    2,208 SF
    Lot size
    0.05 Acres

    Taxes and HOA fees

    Tax Year
    2025
    Tax Annual Amount
    3501

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Natural Gas

    Building Details

    Year built
    1896
    Floors in Building
    2
    Number of units
    2
    Architectural style
    Other

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    Listing Contact
    Andrew Frielund

    Listing agent Andrew Frielund

    Listing office RE/MAX Results 2520 Maple Grove Road, Duluth, MN

    Listing date Mar 17, 2026

    MLS# 6123548 Listing URL

    Copyright © 2026 Lake Superior Association of REALTORS®. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

    HighLights

    • Stunning lake views from the upper unit's private balcony.
    • Up/down duplex offers flexibility for owner‑occupancy or investment.
    • Centrally located in the heart of Duluth.
    • Lower unit features 3 bedrooms.
    • Upper unit features 2 bedrooms.
    • Off‑street parking available.

    Overview

    This centrally located duplex in Duluth, Minnesota, presents an investment or owner-occupant opportunity. The property features an up/down layout, offering flexibility and income potential. The lower unit includes 3 bedrooms. The upper unit features 2 bedrooms, a private balcony, and lake views. The property has a total size of 2208 square feet and is situated on a lot of 0.05 acres. Off-street parking is available.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Duplexes

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Law Firm Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Auto Repair Shop

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Duluth
    County
    St. Louis
    State
    Minnesota
    Longitude
    -92.103306
    Latitude
    46.791589

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Duplex - Centrally located Duluth duplex with income potential and lake views.
    Where is this duplex located?
    The property is located at 523 N 1st Ave E Duluth, MN.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $249,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Stunning lake views from the upper unit's private balcony.; Up/down duplex offers flexibility for owner‑occupancy or investment.; Centrally located in the heart of Duluth.
    (218) 348-0659
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    Listing Contact
    Andrew Frielund
    Real Estate License ID: 93626
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    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
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