A storybook home with a rich history, sitting proudly overlooking the Mississippi. This is a rare opportunity to write the next chapter of this remarkable residence. Over ½ acres, 3 city lots, well elevated to provide sweeping views of the river from the many windows, verandas and the stately grounds.
Meticulously maintained, updated and enhanced by its current owners. Known as the Longfellow Manor, this home was built in 1933 by the granddaughter of the famous poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This Federal-Style classic is a perfect blend of vintage architecture blended with comprehensive updates, to provide an exceptional residence honoring its past while enjoying the modern comforts of today. See Supplement with many updates, most recent (2024) a new roof and former pool now a beautifully landscaped yard. This home is a product of a collaboration between John Kraemer and Sons, along with Design by Charlie and Co. This home has been celebrated and is the winner of the 2010 Twin Cities Parade of Homes Dream House of the Year!!
Features abound…both inside and outside. A truly grand entry with spectacular circular staircase welcomes you and sets the tone. A remarkable living room, spacious gourmet kitchen, fabulous formal dining room and a first-floor family room with hidden bar that will excite and delight! The many, updated Marvin windows provide sweeping views of the mighty Mississippi, while also inviting in the homes private, park like yard and artfully integrated patios.
The second floor is sensational. Accessible by two staircases. A primary suite with 2 fireplaces, two primary bathrooms, a spacious sitting or dressing room and Mississippi River views. 3 additional, spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. One ensuite and another services the additional 2 bedrooms. All rooms enjoy natural light and optimal views.
Additionally, a delightful 3rd floor complete with 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, a billiard room, a cedar closet and a spacious (33 x 20) space that can be an ideal, upper level family room or spacious office.
The Basement provides storage galore while housing the updated mechanicals.
The setting and grounds are simply enchanting! Enjoy a park like, level side yard which is fully fenced and a pet paradise. A backyard, rear patio, also ideal for entertaining. The front yard is spacious and stately…boasting a fire pit, fountain, professional landscaping and more.
The final touches are a heated two car garage beneath a wonderful carriage house complete with full bath and kitchen. It will delight! Also, deeded off street parking spaces adjacent to the garage off the alley.
This home truly has it all!
Closed
$1,820,000
470 Mississippi River Blvd N, Saint Paul, MN 55104
7beds
10,832sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1933
0.52 Acres Lot
$1,814,600 Zestimate®
$168/sqft
$4,941 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 07, 2025 at 07:41am
Listed by:
Matthew S Baker 612-860-4222,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Ellyn J Wolfenson 612-644-3033
Bought with:
Peter Prudden
Prudden & Company
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6670293

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Area: 703 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37 x 19
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 342 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 18
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 13
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Bedroom 6
- Level: Third
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 16
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19 x 17
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23 x 16
Other
- Level: Upper
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22 x 17
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 360 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20 x 18
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 703 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 37 x 19
Office
- Level: Third
- Area: 627 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33 x 19
Heating
- Boiler, Forced Air, Hot Water
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Humidifier, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Basement: Daylight,Drain Tiled,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 9
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 10,832
- Total interior livable area: 10,832 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 6,991
- Finished area below ground: 2,449
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Detached, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 5
- Details: Garage Dimensions (28 x 27), Garage Door Height (7)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: More Than 2 Stories
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Split Rail
- Has view: Yes
- View description: River, West
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: River
- Waterfront features: River View, Waterfront Num(S9990712)
- Body of water: Mississippi River
Lot
- Size: 0.52 Acres
- Dimensions: 140 x 149 x 163 x 149
- Features: Near Public Transit, Corner Lot, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House
- Foundation area: 2662
- Parcel number: 322923320044
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick/Stone, Brick, Concrete, Stone
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Condition
- Age of Property: 92
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1933
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Power Company: Xcel Energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
- Subdivision: Merriam Park/Lexington-Hamline
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Services availability
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Estimated market value
$1,814,600