**New Furnace & AC installed 8/19/2025** This beautifully updated home blends timeless charm with modern convenience. Enjoy the character of a pre-1900 home paired with thoughtful updates throughout—including new fixtures, appliances, flooring, and windows. With a roof just 5 years old, all new windows, a spacious two-car garage, and a private backyard retreat, this property offers peace of mind and space to relax. The main floor bedroom is ideal for guests or single-level living, while four additional bedrooms upstairs make this home perfect for multigenerational living or flexible space needs. Be sure to check out the two beautiful porch spaces. ***This home qualifies for up to a $15,000 Forgivible Grant***
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$291,450
1053 Lawson Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
5beds
1,906sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1884
4,965 Square Feet Lot
$301,500 Zestimate®
$153/sqft
$2,611 Estimated rent
Home value
$301,500
$271,000 - $335,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Renee L. Miller, GRI 763-218-1086,
Keller Williams Classic Realty,
James Trella 925-487-3835
Bought with:
Angela Mitchell
Real Broker, LLC
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6735086
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x14
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4x5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x12
Laundry
- Level: Lower
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x15
Porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x4
Porch
- Level: Upper
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x4
Storage
- Level: Lower
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x14
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,906
- Total interior livable area: 1,906 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,906
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Side Porch
Lot
- Size: 4,965 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 39 x 126
Details
- Foundation area: 1016
- Parcel number: 282922240052
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1884
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer - In Street
- Water: City Water - In Street
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Douglas Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $153/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $297,500
- Annual tax amount: $5,484
- Date on market: 6/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 261 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2025 | Sold | $291,450+4.5%$153/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6735086 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2025 | Pending sale | $279,000$146/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6735086 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2025 | Price change | $279,000-7%$146/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6735086 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $299,900-15.5%$157/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6735086 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2025 | Listing removed | $355,000$186/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6636947 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2025 | Price change | $355,000-5.3%$186/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6636947 Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2024 | Listed for sale | $375,000+651.5%$197/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6636947 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2023 | Sold | $49,900-80%$26/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6354158 Report a problem | ||
| 4/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $249,900$131/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6354158 Report a problem | ||
| 11/9/2021 | Sold | $249,900+49.6%$131/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2016 | Sold | $167,000$88/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2014 | Sold | $167,000-12.1%$88/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #2132769 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2011 | Listing removed | $189,900$100/sqft |
Source: The DeLisle Company #4108703 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2011 | Listed for sale | $189,900$100/sqft |
Source: The DeLisle Company #4108703 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2011 | Listing removed | $189,900$100/sqft |
Source: The DeLisle Company #3983600 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2010 | Listed for sale | $189,900$100/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,026 +9.9% | $297,500 +117% |
| 2024 | $5,484 +14.2% | $137,100 -43.3% |
| 2023 | $4,804 -12% | $241,800 +4.4% |
| 2022 | $5,462 +45.3% | $231,600 +12.5% |
| 2021 | $3,758 +28.7% | $205,800 +11.8% |
| 2020 | $2,919 +33.9% | $184,100 +36.1% |
| 2019 | $2,179 | $135,300 |
| 2018 | $2,179 -25.2% | $135,300 +1.3% |
| 2017 | $2,912 | $133,500 |
| 2016 | $2,912 +37% | -- |
| 2015 | $2,126 +41.2% | $108,900 |
| 2014 | $1,506 -13.4% | -- |
| 2013 | $1,740 -10.1% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,936 +0.5% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,926 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $1,916 +11.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,718 +16.1% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,480 +19.2% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,242 +23.5% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,006 +8.4% | -- |
| 2004 | $928 +24.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $746 +7.5% | -- |
| 2002 | $694 -12.2% | -- |
| 2001 | $790 +40.8% | -- |
| 2000 | $561 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Payne Phalen
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