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1673 Van Buren Ave, Saint Paul, MN, 55104

3beds
2baths
1,727sqft
$325,000
$188price/sqft
$2,551/moest. monthly cost
$102,040/yrincome needed

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

86
WalkingVery Walkable
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
82
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

4/10
Murray Middle SchoolGrades 6-81.9 mi
2/10

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
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Hail
Tornado
Heat Wave
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters in Ramsey County and Minnesota

Flood
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,643$19,716
Home Insurance *$250$3,000
Property Taxes $488$5,856
Electricity $170$2,050
Total$2,551$30,612
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$87,462/yr
40% on housing$76,530/yr
45% on housing$68,026/yr

Minnesota FAIR Plan Programs

Minnesota FAIR Plan

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 4,160Commercial: 101
Total Premiums$4.54M
Total Exposure$457.44M

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.0%
9.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 2.7%
2.7%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 2.1%
2.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$188This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 55104$149
Ramsey County$166

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 55104$209
Ramsey County$198

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

DateEventPrice
2026-06-26Listed for sale$325,000
2021-01-22Sold$242,500
2021-01-10Pending sale$240,000
2020-12-18Listed for sale$240,000
2008-07-17Sold$179,000
2000-11-28Sold$67,500
2000-10-05Sold$38,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentReidell Estey & Associates – Marti Estey
BrokerageRE/MAX Results

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