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Auction Started: Sep 25, 2025 03:33 AM MDT  Newly Listed Item
Auction Ends: Oct 2, 2025 11:00 AM MDT
Note: This auction might extend
Seller
City of Midway [View seller's auctions]
Pick-up Location
Dept. of Fleet Management - Police Motor Maintenance   [Map It]
5101 South Wentworth Avenue
1/2 Mile South of 51st St. on Wentworth Ave.
Midway, IL  60609
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Description

 
STATE OF MINNESOTA TAX FORFEITED PROPERTY, MANAGED BY ST. LOUIS COUNTY

This property is being sold “AS IS”. It is the bidder's responsibility to research the site, documents, and permitted uses and zoning regulations prior to bidding. The failure or omission of any bidder to inspect the site or examine any form, instrument or document shall in no way relieve any bidder from any obligation in respect to their bid.

Remember: Your bid is the same as a contract - Please only bid on property you are serious about buying. A winning bid constitutes a legally binding contract. St. Louis County reserves the right to block/ban bidders who refuse to pay for land purchased.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:


Location: North of 6133 Sunset Ridge Road N, Duluth
  • Parcel: 365-0010-05122
  • Acreage: +/- 1.97
  • City/Township: Fredenberg Township
Legal: That part of the East 600.00 feet of NE1/4 of SW1/4, lying Southerly of the following described line: Commencing at the Southeast corner of said NE1/4 of SW1/4; thence N0deg48'58"W, assumed bearing along the east line of said NE1/4 of SW1/4, a distance of 650.69 feet to the point of beginning of the line to be described; thence S89deg11'02"W, a distance of 600.00 feet to the west line of said East 600.00 feet of NE1/4 of SW1/4 and said line there terminating. EXCEPT that part subject to flowage rights. Sec 28 Twp 52N Rge 15W 


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Comments: This irregularly shaped parcel is approximately 1.97 acres and has about 750 feet of frontage on Fish Lake. Parcel is zoned SMU-7 (Shoreland Mixed Use). Contact the St. Louis County Planning and Community Development for permitted uses and zoning questions. This parcel contains areas that may be located within the floodplain management area and contains wetlands that may impact development and/or access plans. Depiction of property lines and/or location may be inaccurate - potential buyers should consult a surveyor. Check with Fredenberg Township for any certified, pending or future assessments that may be reinstated. Recording fee $46.00 (Abstract).

PAYMENT:

At the time of this auction's closing, each bidder will be presumed to have inspected the site and to have read and to be thoroughly familiar with any and all plans, contract documents (including any addenda), and documents attached to this auction listing. 

Costs Subject to Bid Up - The following fees will be visible during the bidding process and added automatically to the total bid price:
  • Buyers Premium of 3.5%
  • State Assurance Fee of 3%
  • Deed Tax of 0.33%
Please note: St. Louis County does not charge sales tax on tax forfeited land sales.

Closing Costs - The following fees are not subject to bid up, but will be due at the time of payment:
  • Certified Assessments: $0.00
  • Deed Fee: $25.00
  • Recording Fee: $46.00
  • Well Fee: $0.00
**Do not pay from the Public Surplus winning notification - wait for the Land and Minerals Department to calculate the final amount after you submit your Registration Form.

Payment must be made by Cashier's/Certified/Personal Check or Money Order made payable to the St. Louis County Auditor.

Option 1: 
PAY IN FULL
Option 2: CONTRACT FOR DEED

***Payment in full may not be required (if more than $500.00) at the time of sale, depending upon the advertised total value listed for each parcel.

For more information on payment options, please review the Sales and Payments and Sample Contract Documents attached below.

When the auction closes, the seller will send the winning bidder an email to begin processing the transaction. Your prompt response is appreciated to complete the transaction in a timely manner to avoid having your bid considered null and void.

Failure to make payment within ten (10) business days may result in the item going to the next highest bidder. We reserve the right to block/ban bidders who refuse to pay for land purchased.

***If you are interested in purchasing tax forfeited property on public auction, you must pay any/all of your delinquent taxes prior to purchasing or bidding.

St. Louis County does not warrant the condition of title or provide a survey of the property. Transfer of property title shall be in the form of a State Deed, as prescribed by law, to the highest bidder. 

CONFLICT OF INTEREST:

St. Louis County officials/employees are prohibited from using privileged government data obtained through their position to further their own private interests.

Minnesota Statute 282.016 prohibits the direct or indirect purchase of tax forfeited land by individuals employed with the office of the County Auditor, Court Administrator of the District Court, County Assessor, or Land and Minerals Department.
 
Condition:  SEE DESCRIPTION
 

Disclaimer

The City of Midway online auctions are opened to the general public. However, City of Midway employees and their relatives will not be permitted to bid.

THIS SURPLUS ASSET IS BEING SOLD "AS IS", WITH NO WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.

Please review the City of Midway Terms and Conditions.

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