147 Lawson Ave E, Saint Paul, MN, 55117
About This Home
Charming and move in ready, this thoughtfully updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home offers the convenience of one level living with additional space upstairs. The open main level creates a bright and inviting atmosphere, featuring a spacious living area, main floor bedroom, full bathroom, and laundry for everyday convenience. The upper level provides a private second bedroom, perfect for guests, a home office, or additional living space. Recent exterior updates include a new roof and siding, giving you added peace of mind and great curb appeal. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard, ideal for pets, gardening, or entertaining. The oversized one car garage provides ample room for parking, storage, or a workshop. Conveniently located with easy access to parks, shopping, restaurants, and downtown St. Paul, this home is a fantastic opportunity for first time buyers, downsizers, or anyone looking for a low maintenance property with modern updates.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
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Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1895
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Block
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Exhaust Fan,Freezer,Gas Water Heater,Range,Refrigerator
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partial,Storage Space
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14x14
Bedroom2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 10x14
Bedroom3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10x11
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 350
- Dimensions: 25x14
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,146
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,411
- Total interior livable area: 1,146 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 10x15
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 84
- Dimensions: 6x14
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 380
- Dimensions: 20x19
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 302922130061
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
- Foundation area: 588
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 4,356 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot,Tree Coverage - Medium
- Lot size dimensions: 34 x 128
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage,Gravel
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Tornado
- Hail
- Heat Wave
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Ramsey County and Minnesota
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,011 | $12,132 |
| Home Insurance * | $130 | $1,560 |
| Property Taxes | $240 | $2,880 |
| Electricity | $170 | $2,050 |
| Total | $1,551 | $18,612 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Minnesota FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-12 | Pending sale | $200,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | Listed for sale | $200,000 |
| 2021-07-08 | Sold | $170,000 |
| 2002-07-25 | Sold | $109,900 |
| 2002-02-06 | Sold | $60,000 |
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