Location, Location, Location!
Just a few blocks from the Governor’s Mansion and all the charming shops, cafés, and restaurants along Grand Avenue, this home offers the best of Saint Paul living.
Lovingly owned by the same family since 2003, this well-maintained property is brimming with potential. While its finishes may be dated, its solid bones and timeless character make it the perfect canvas for your vision. Whether you’re a seasoned DIYer or a first-time renovator, you’ll appreciate the chance to add your own style while enjoying an unbeatable neighborhood.
Bring your creativity—and your tool belt—and turn this charming house into your dream home in one of the city’s most desirable locations!
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$316,500
969 Portland Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104
3beds
1,922sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$312,500 Zestimate®
$165/sqft
$2,403 Estimated rent
Home value
$312,500
$281,000 - $347,000
$2,403/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: September 04, 2025 at 06:56am
Listed by:
Nikki Ritter 701-609-7835,
RE/MAX Advantage Plus
Bought with:
Wardell Haywood
Keller Williams Realty Integrity Lakes
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6773021
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
- Area: 117.72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 10.9
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 99.36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10.8 x 9.2
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 176.81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.6 x 12.11
Bathroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 37 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5 x 7.4
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 101.15 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.9 x 8.5
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 431.97 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18.7 x 23.1
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 198.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.1 x 16.4
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 184.44 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.9 x 11.6
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Block
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,922
- Total interior livable area: 1,922 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 961
- Finished area below ground: 408
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (20x20)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Chain Link,Partial
Lot
- Size: 6,098 sqft
- Dimensions: 40 x 150
Details
- Foundation area: 961
- Parcel number: 022823240089
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick/Stone, Stucco
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt
Condition
- Age of Property: 69
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
- Subdivision: Summit Park Add To, St Pa
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Other
Other facts
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $316,500-0.8%$165/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6773021 | ||
| 8/19/2025 | Pending sale | $319,000$166/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6773021 | ||
| 8/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $319,000+112.7%$166/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6773021 | ||
| 7/30/2003 | Sold | $150,000$78/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,070 +3.8% | $313,700 -5.6% |
| 2023 | $4,884 +10% | $332,200 +5.2% |
| 2022 | $4,438 +6.6% | $315,900 +11.7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Summit-University
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Maxfield Magnet Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Hidden River Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Central Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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Estimated market value
$312,500
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