




1673 Van Buren Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55104
About This Home
Charming Up-and-Down Duplex in the Heart of St. Paul! Exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully maintained up-and-down duplex in one of St. Paul's most convenient and walkable locations. Just minutes from restaurants, shopping, Hamline, and Allianz Field, this property offers outstanding accessibility and neighborhood appeal. Both units feature inviting sunrooms with elegant French doors, creating bright and welcoming living spaces filled with natural light. Gorgeous hardwood floors, charming crown molding, and abundant windows throughout add warmth and character to the home. The main-level unit offers one bedroom + sun room and access to laundry in the basement. The upper-level unit features two bedrooms and the convenience of in-unit laundry located in the kitchen. Separated utilities paid by the tenant. Updated boilers, elec, windows & water heaters. Outside, you'll find ample off-street parking in the rear of the property with parking pad. Whether you're looking for an owner-occupant opportunity or a solid investment property, this duplex delivers value, character, and an unbeatable location. Don't miss the chance to own this attractive and versatile property—there's so much to appreciate here! Always easy to rent - seller says he has 50+ applicants anytime he posts!
Getting Around
Schools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1901
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Duplex Up and Down
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: In Basement,In Kitchen,In Unit
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Daylight,Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,727
Heating
- Heating features: Hot Water
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,459
- Total interior livable area: 1,727 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 332923110112
- Zoning description: Residential-Multi-Family
- Foundation area: 756
Features
- Levels: Two
- Pool features: None
- Patio & porch: Patio,Porch
Lot
- Lot size: 4,965 sqft
- Features: Near Public Transit,Tree Coverage - Light
- Lot size dimensions: 40 x 124
Parking
- Parking features: Assigned,Gravel,Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Hail
- Tornado
- 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 | $1,643 | $19,716 |
| Home Insurance * | $250 | $3,000 |
| Property Taxes | $488 | $5,856 |
| Electricity | $170 | $2,050 |
| Total | $2,551 | $30,612 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
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)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-26 | Listed for sale | $325,000 |
| 2021-01-22 | Sold | $242,500 |
| 2021-01-10 | Pending sale | $240,000 |
| 2020-12-18 | Listed for sale | $240,000 |
| 2008-07-17 | Sold | $179,000 |
| 2000-11-28 | Sold | $67,500 |
| 2000-10-05 | Sold | $38,000 |
For Sale by Agent
