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    • $275,000

    1689 Dayton Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104

    4beds
    2baths
    1,800sqft
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    $1,778/mo
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    Duplex Up and Down
    Built in 1912
    -- sqft lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $153/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Hardwood floorsStucco exteriorGenerous front porchGreat natural lightWarm and invitingTwo sun rooms
    Opportunity is knocking! Will you answer? Priced appropriately, this is a fixer-upper in Charming Merriam Park East Duplex - spacious, versatile and full of great potential! Discover an exceptional opportunity in this wonderful neighborhood with this well-loved 2/1 and 2/1 duplex-ideal for owner-occupants, multi-generational living, or savvy investors. The main floor unit with hardwood floors, two sun rooms, and an open-concept living and dining space that feels warm and inviting. The upper unit offers great natural light, comfortable living areas, and its own generous front porch-perfect for coffee, reading, or relaxing. Both units enjoy separate boilers, separate gas and electric meters, and access to a wonderful backyard ready for gardening, outdoor fun, or pets. The property features a stucco exterior, a 2-car garage and basement storage. A major bonus: the third-floor expansion potential-an opportunity to access to both downtowns, close to area colleges, restaurants, shopping, parks, and public transit. With TLC this classic St. Paul duplex and your investment will truly shine. Whether you're looking for growth potential to build your investment portfolio, or looking for a home that helps pay your mortgage, this property is a must-see!
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Robert Berdahl 612-306-5138,

    Edina Realty, Inc.,

    Ruthanne M Berdahl 262-352-2749

    Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7104199MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      Heating
      • Boiler
      Appliances
      • Laundry: In Basement, Common Area
      Features
      • Basement: Block,Storage Space
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,550
      • Total interior livable area: 1,800 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,800
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached Garage
      • Garage spaces: 2
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      Lot
      • Size: 5,532 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 138 x 40
      Details
      • Foundation area: 960
      • Parcel number: 042823110148

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Property subtype: Duplex Up and Down
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1912

      Utilities & green energy

      • Gas: Natural Gas
      • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
      • Water: City Water/Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Oakland Park Addition, To The C
      Location
      • Region: Saint Paul

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $153/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $385,400
      • Annual tax amount: $6,509
      • Date on market: 7/6/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 17 days
      • Tenant pays: Electricity, Gas

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/15/2026Pending sale$275,000$153/sqft
        Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7104199 Report a problem
        7/6/2026Listed for sale$275,000+1311.3%$153/sqft
        Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7104199 Report a problem
        11/3/1993Sold$19,485$11/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$8,908 +16.7%$385,400 +7.5%
        2024$7,632 -1.1%$358,400 +5%
        2023$7,720 +40.7%$341,200 -2.8%
        2022$5,486 +11.2%$351,100 +11%
        2021$4,932 +3.8%$316,300 -0.2%
        2020$4,750 +12.6%$316,800 +13.1%
        2019$4,219 $280,200
        2018$4,219 -6.4%$280,200 +3.7%
        2017$4,506 $270,200
        2016$4,506 +29.2%--
        2015$3,488 -10.8%$205,500
        2014$3,910 -1.9%--
        2013$3,984 +4.9%--
        2012$3,798 +4.7%--
        2011$3,628 --
        2010-- --
        2009$3,624 +15%--
        2008$3,152 +15%--
        2007$2,742 +15.4%--
        2006$2,376 +19.9%--
        2005$1,982 +8.5%--
        2004$1,826 +9.7%--
        2003$1,664 +14.8%--
        2002$1,450 -13.3%--
        2001$1,672 +23.5%--
        2000$1,354 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Merriam Park

        Getting around

        85 / 100
        Very Walkable
        80 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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