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Price cut: $20.1K (8/11)

$381,425

1259 Charles Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104

5beds

2baths

3,150sqft

$2,514/mo

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Duplex Up and Down

Built in 1912

-- sqft lot

$379,700 Zestimate^®

$121/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Spacious up-and-down duplex located in a strong St Paul rental neighborhood near shopping, restaurants, and public transportation. Both units feature large multi-level layouts uncommon for traditional duplexes, offering strong long-term tenant appeal and functional living space. The lower unit includes basement and main-level living space, while the upper unit spans the second and third floors. Utilities are currently partially owner-paid, with ownership implementing a RUBS utility reimbursement program across the portfolio beginning Q3 2026. Future ownership will have the opportunity to improve NOI through utility cost recovery and operational efficiencies. Excellent opportunity for investors seeking stable residential property with long-term upside potential.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 2

Heating

Boiler, Hot Water, Radiator

Appliances

Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup

Features

Basement: Block,Full,Single Tenant Access

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,150
Total interior livable area: 3,150 sqft
Finished area above ground: 2,250
Finished area below ground: 900

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached Garage, Gravel, Parking Lot, More Parking Onsite for Fee
Garage spaces: 2
Details: Garage Dimensions (20 x 20), Garage Door Height (7)

Accessibility

Accessibility features: Doors 36"+, Hallways 42"+

Features

Levels: Two
Pool features: None

Lot

Size: 4,922 Square Feet
Features: Near Public Transit, Tree Coverage - Light
Topography: Level

Details

Foundation area: 900
Parcel number: 342923130051
Zoning description: Residential-Multi-Family

Construction

Type & style

Home type: MultiFamily
Property subtype: Duplex Up and Down

Materials

Block, Concrete, Frame
Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1912

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Gas: Electric, Natural Gas
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Water: City Water/Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Syndicate 5 Add

HOA

Amenities included: None

Location

Region: Saint Paul

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $121/sqft
Tax assessed value: $283,100
Annual tax amount: $5,938
Date on market: 5/15/2026
Tenant pays: Electricity, Gas, See Remarks

Estimated market value

$379,700

$361,000 - $399,000

$1,354/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/11/2026	Price change	$381,425-5%$121/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7074984 Report a problem
6/26/2026	Price change	$401,500-10.1%$127/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7074984 Report a problem
5/16/2026	Listed for sale	$446,500+593.3%$142/sqft
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7074984 Report a problem
5/8/1997	Sold	$64,400$20/sqft
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$5,836 -3.1%	$283,100 +6.5%
2024	$6,024 +6.4%	$265,900 -3.5%
2023	$5,662 -10.3%	$275,500 +15.3%
2022	$6,314 +8%	$239,000 +16.3%
2021	$5,844 +49.9%	$205,500 -3.2%
2020	$3,899 +20.5%	$212,200 +18.8%
2019	$3,236	$178,600
2018	$3,236 -10.1%	$178,600 +10.8%
2017	$3,600	$161,200
2016	$3,600 +5.2%	--
2015	$3,422 +7.3%	$137,600
2014	$3,188 -47.3%	--
2013	$6,048 +50.1%	--
2012	$4,028 +31.3%	--
2011	$3,068	--
2010	--	--
2009	$3,142 +6.2%	--
2008	$2,958 +10.5%	--
2007	$2,676 +11.7%	--
2006	$2,396 +17.1%	--
2005	$2,046 +6.8%	--
2004	$1,916 +5.4%	--
2003	$1,818 -7.2%	--
2002	$1,960 +1.9%	--
2001	$1,924 +14.7%	--
2000	$1,678	--