Charming and move in ready, this thoughtfully updated 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom home
offers the convenience of one level living with additional space upstairs. The open main
level creates a bright and inviting atmosphere, featuring a spacious living area, main
floor bedroom, full bathroom, and laundry for everyday convenience. The upper level
provides a private second bedroom, perfect for guests, a home office, or additional
living space.
Recent exterior updates include a new roof and siding, giving you added peace of mind
and great curb appeal. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard, ideal for pets,
gardening, or entertaining. The oversized one car garage provides ample room for
parking, storage, or a workshop.
Conveniently located with easy access to parks, shopping, restaurants, and downtown
St. Paul, this home is a fantastic opportunity for first time buyers, downsizers, or anyone
looking for a low maintenance property with modern updates.
Active
$200,000
147 Lawson Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55117
2beds
1,146sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,307/mo
Single Family
Built in 1895
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$199,800 Zestimate®
$175/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 2 days |
- 250 |
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Peter Hiller 651-285-2596,
Keller Williams Integrity Realty,
James P. Hiller 651-983-2442
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7106561
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x11
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x15
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6x14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 380 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x19
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Basement: Partial,Storage Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,411
- Total interior livable area: 1,146 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,146
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Dimensions (18x20)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 34 x 128
- Features: Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Foundation area: 588
- Parcel number: 302922130061
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1895
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Virgilia Div
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $207,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,199
- Date on market: 7/30/2026
Estimated market value
$199,800
$190,000 - $210,000
$1,732/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $200,000+17.6%$175/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7106561 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2021 | Sold | $170,000+54.7%$148/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5760750 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2002 | Sold | $109,900+83.2%$96/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2002 | Sold | $60,000$52/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,994 +13.7% | $207,900 +9.8% |
| 2024 | $2,634 +20.6% | $189,400 +8.1% |
| 2023 | $2,184 +102.6% | $175,200 +14.5% |
| 2022 | $1,078 | $153,000 +74.3% |
| 2021 | $1,078 -3.3% | $87,800 -2.6% |
| 2020 | $1,115 +100.1% | $90,100 +28.5% |
| 2019 | $557 | $70,100 |
| 2018 | $557 -12.9% | $70,100 +30.1% |
| 2017 | $640 | $53,900 |
| 2016 | $640 -13.7% | -- |
| 2015 | $742 -25.5% | $53,600 |
| 2014 | $996 +10.7% | -- |
| 2013 | $900 +14.8% | -- |
| 2012 | $784 -31.3% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,142 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $1,046 -12.7% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,198 +23.8% | -- |
| 2007 | $968 +18.6% | -- |
| 2006 | $816 +8.8% | -- |
| 2005 | $750 +2.2% | -- |
| 2004 | $734 +11.9% | -- |
| 2003 | $656 +6.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $618 -12% | -- |
| 2001 | $702 +45.4% | -- |
| 2000 | $483 | -- |
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Neighborhood: North End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Bruce F Vento Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Washington Technology Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 2/10Washington Tech Secondary MagnetGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
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