Welcome to 1648 Hillcrest Avenue! Perched atop one of Highland Park's most desirable locations near the iconic Highland Water Tower, this charming two-story home offers the space, character, and updates today's buyers are seeking. With 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a 2-car garage, and nearly 3,000 finished square feet, there's room for everyone to live, work, and entertain.
The main level is filled with timeless charm, featuring beautiful hardwood floors, a recently remodeled powder room, a comfortable family room perfect for gathering on game day, and a bright sunroom that makes an ideal home office or reading retreat. The remodeled kitchen is truly the heart of the home, offering excellent space for cooking, hosting, and everyday living.
Step outside to the fully fenced backyard, where a generous patio creates the perfect setting for summer dinners, entertaining friends, or simply relaxing outdoors.
Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms, each with ample closet space, along with a full bathroom showcasing the classic character of period tilework. Continue to the third level, where vintage 1950s paneling adds warmth and personality. Currently used as a bedroom, this flexible space could serve as a home office, playroom, studio, or guest suite, with additional attic access offering future expansion potential.
The lower level provides even more living space with a large recreation room ideal for movie nights, game days, or hobbies, along with a convenient three-quarter bathroom. Ample Storage space for your books or display items.
A rare combination of size, character, and location in the heart of Highland Park—this is a home you won't want to miss.
Pending
$700,000
1648 Hillcrest Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55116
5beds
3,046sqft
Single Family
Built in 1936
7,230 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$230/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 26 days |
- 1,565 |
- 71 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael P Tierney 612-385-4359,
Edina Realty, Inc.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7098035
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 17
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 12
Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11 x 22
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10 x 18
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 16
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 660 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30 x 22
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 9
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Basement: Block,Daylight,Finished,Full,Storage Space,Tile Shower
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,037
- Total interior livable area: 3,046 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,408
- Finished area below ground: 638
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Details: Garage Dimensions (20 x 20), Garage Door Height (7), Garage Door Width (9)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: More Than 2 Stories
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 7,230 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 58 x 125
- Features: Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Foundation area: 960
- Parcel number: 162823110105
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Block
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt,Flat,Rubber
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1936
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service, Power Company: Xcel Energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Hardenbergh Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $230/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $631,500
- Annual tax amount: $11,644
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/4/2026 | Pending sale | $700,000$230/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7098035 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $700,000+94.4%$230/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7098035 Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/2001 | Sold | $360,000+56.5%$118/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/1999 | Sold | $230,000$76/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,250 +27.3% | $631,500 +5.9% |
| 2024 | $8,050 +6.2% | $596,300 +14.8% |
| 2023 | $7,578 +1.6% | $519,300 +7.3% |
| 2022 | $7,460 +17.5% | $483,800 +4.8% |
| 2021 | $6,348 -10.5% | $461,500 +13.3% |
| 2020 | $7,091 +16.3% | $407,200 +5.1% |
| 2019 | $6,095 | $387,400 |
| 2018 | $6,095 -1.3% | $387,400 +2.9% |
| 2017 | $6,178 | $376,400 |
| 2016 | $6,178 +11.5% | -- |
| 2015 | $5,542 -16.1% | $339,600 |
| 2014 | $6,608 -10.9% | -- |
| 2013 | $7,414 +6.1% | -- |
| 2012 | $6,990 +7.6% | -- |
| 2011 | $6,498 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $5,636 +0.1% | -- |
| 2008 | $5,628 +4.4% | -- |
| 2007 | $5,392 +14.1% | -- |
| 2006 | $4,724 +17.6% | -- |
| 2005 | $4,018 +4.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $3,858 +5% | -- |
| 2003 | $3,674 +13.7% | -- |
| 2002 | $3,230 -25.8% | -- |
| 2001 | $4,352 +10.1% | -- |
| 2000 | $3,951 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Highland
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Expo for Excellence Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 4/10Highland Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 8/10Highland Park Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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