838 Charles Ave

Why pay rent when you can own! This home qualifies for Minnesota Housing Finance Agency down payment assistance to qualified buyers. Open House Tuesday March 31 from 4:30-5:30 2 Bedroom, (lower level non conforming egress) 1 full bath and 2 car This beautifully refreshed home offers an ideal blend of comfort, privacy, and access to Duluth's premier outdoor lifestyle. Thoughtfully updated, the home features fresh paint, new plush bedroom carpeting, and tasteful kitchen improvements including a new refrigerator, sink & faucet. Stainless Steel gas stove and microwave. Roof was new is 2020 and furnace 2017. A charming drop-down dining table enhances the efficient kitchen layout while maintaining warmth and character. The home lives larger than expected with sun-filled porch spaces and inviting decks that seamlessly extend living and entertaining outdoors -- perfect for morning coffee, evening relaxation, or hosting guests. The lower-level den or office provides flexible living potential, easily adaptable into a second bedroom with future egress installation. Space for a gaming room, home workout or recreation area. A spacious 22 x 22 two-stall garage adds year-round convenience and storage, built in 1975 and is great for our winters. Nestled on a quiet non-through street below iconic Skyline Parkway, this location offers exceptional privacy with immediate access to recreation. Trails begin at the end of the road, with nearby connections to the Superior Hiking Trail, Haines Road Trailhead, and Lollygagger Path. A neighborhood park is just a short walk away. Enjoy the rare combination access to recreational areas close by and city convenience, located only 15 minutes from UMD, the Miller Hill shopping and airport district, Spirit Mountain skiing and biking, Co-op Foods, and Super One. Remarkably affordable ownership: * Property taxes approx. $1,878/year * Average utilities: MN Power $50/mo | Water $49/mo | Sewer $49/mo | Natural Gas $34/mo * Window air conditioning An exceptional opportunity to enjoy refined simplicity, natural beauty, and effortless living. Call today to set up your showing