Watch all the seasons unfold with the convenience of not having to leave your home in this Mac-Groveland gem, perfectly situated across from Mattocks Park! One of the only green spaces in St. Paul that is not attached to either a community center or a school, Mattocks Park is the quintessential quiet little neighborhood park that will give you all it has to offer year round while the leaves change from green to yellow and back to green again. Deceiving from the street, this home is far more spacious than it appears, offering room to spread out and grow. Featuring 5 bedrooms, this home blends timeless charm with modern updates. The main level boasts stunning natural woodwork, gleaming hardwoods, built-in bookcases & buffet in the formal dining room. Two spacious bedrooms & a full bath with tile flooring are conveniently located on the main level. The updated design-build eat-in kitchen shines with a stylish tile backsplash, top-tier appliances, and a window overlooking the backyard designed for efficiency of space as well as maximum ease of use. A south facing French door and overhead skylight allow for warm gentle sunlight to permeate the space even in the middle of winter while the original designed built-in provides for extra storage as well as ample display possibilities.. Upstairs, you’ll find three more generously sized bedrooms and a large ¾ bath. Primary is very spacious with walk in closet and peak build-out overlooking the park. The lower level offers a versatile family room, cute office nook and a step-up flex space—ideal for a home office, workout area, or children’s toy room —along with a laundry room & additional storage. Step outside to your private, fully fenced backyard retreat with a deck & patio area, perfect for pets, entertaining or unwinding. Also, space for separate fire-pit bonfire area for those chilly fall evenings. A sidewalk leads to the oversized double garage, providing all the storage you need. This home truly has it all—space, style, and a location you’ll love! Don’t miss this generational opportunity to “live across the park” and enjoy all the seasons of your life.
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$549,900
1688 James Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105
5beds
2,447sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1924
4,878 Square Feet Lot
$564,800 Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$3,300 Estimated rent
Home value
$564,800
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Listed by:
Reidell Estey & Associates – Marti Estey 651-442-9353,
RE/MAX Results,
Reidell Estey & Associates – Roxann Wiebusch 651-251-4800
Bought with:
Nathan Pentz
Keller Williams Classic Rlty NW
Lydia Kauppi
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6760194
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20x14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x9
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9x9
Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Bedroom 5
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Other
- Level: Lower
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x13
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x16
Informal dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x7
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19x16
Porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x8
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Basement: Drain Tiled,Egress Window(s),Finished,Full,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,447
- Total interior livable area: 2,447 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,997
- Finished area below ground: 450
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (29x22)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full,Wood
Lot
- Size: 4,878 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 122
- Features: Near Public Transit, Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Foundation area: 1134
- Parcel number: 092823140159
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1924
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service, Power Company: Xcel Energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Elmwood
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $225/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $476,900
- Annual tax amount: $8,582
- Date on market: 9/10/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 12 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/3/2025 | Sold | $549,900$225/sqft |
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| 9/25/2025 | Pending sale | $549,900$225/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6760194 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,900+77.4%$225/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6760194 Report a problem | ||
| 6/10/2005 | Sold | $310,000+21.6%$127/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2001 | Sold | $255,000+6.3%$104/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2000 | Sold | $239,900$98/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,582 +9.5% | $476,900 -0.9% |
| 2024 | $7,838 +1.8% | $481,100 +3.7% |
| 2023 | $7,702 +12.3% | $463,800 +3.9% |
| 2022 | $6,860 -2.4% | $446,300 +15.1% |
| 2021 | $7,032 +11.7% | $387,900 -3.1% |
| 2020 | $6,297 +10.7% | $400,200 +8% |
| 2019 | $5,689 | $370,500 |
| 2018 | $5,689 -14.4% | $370,500 +4.8% |
| 2017 | $6,648 | $353,400 |
| 2016 | $6,648 +10.8% | -- |
| 2015 | $6,000 +0.9% | $313,300 |
| 2014 | $5,946 -2.7% | -- |
| 2013 | $6,110 +14.5% | -- |
| 2012 | $5,334 +20% | -- |
| 2011 | $4,446 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $3,816 -1% | -- |
| 2008 | $3,856 +2.9% | -- |
| 2007 | $3,746 +11.8% | -- |
| 2006 | $3,350 +19.3% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,808 +2.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $2,750 +5.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,608 +50.6% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,732 -15.7% | -- |
| 2001 | $2,054 +20.8% | -- |
| 2000 | $1,700 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Macalester-Groveland
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