Welcome to 1870 Laurel Avenue, a timeless home nestled in the heart of St. Paul's highly sought-after Merriam Park neighborhood.
Having been in the same family for more than 50 years, this charming 1910 home blends classic character with thoughtful updates.
Inside, you'll find main level hardwood floors, a living room with a gas fireplace, a formal dining room, and an updated kitchen that opens to a sunroom overlooking the private, fenced backyard and deck—perfect for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining.
The upper level offers four bedrooms, including a primary suite with an en suite bathroom, while the third-floor bonus room provides flexible space for an additional sleeping room, home office, playroom, or studio.
The basement features storage, laundry, mechanicals, and an additional bathroom.
A welcoming front porch, mature landscaping, and an unbeatable location near parks, restaurants, shops, transit, and both the University of St. Thomas and Macalester College make this a rare opportunity to own a classic Merriam Park home with endless potential.
Active
$535,000
1870 Laurel Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104
4beds
2,469sqft
Single Family
Built in 1910
6,664 Square Feet Lot
$528,200 Zestimate®
$217/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 33 days
- 1,118
- 53
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Mark W Hermes 612-751-3353,
Lakes Sotheby's International Realty,
Brandon Rudenick 507-382-6259
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7115912
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 09x08
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24x14
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x07
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x14
Sun room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Heating
- Boiler, Fireplace(s), Radiator
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,589
- Total interior livable area: 2,469 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,469
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: More Than 2 Stories
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Partial,Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,664 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 167
- Features: Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1163
- Parcel number: 042823240025
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected, City Sewer - In Street
- Water: City Water/Connected, City Water - In Street
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Merriam Park Third Addition, To
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $217/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $590,700
- Annual tax amount: $10,512
- Date on market: 7/31/2026
Estimated market value
$528,200
$502,000 - $555,000
$3,135/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $535,000$217/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,084 +4.8% | $590,700 +9.9% |
| 2024 | $8,666 +9.3% | $537,500 -2.8% |
| 2023 | $7,930 +14% | $552,700 +9.3% |
| 2022 | $6,956 +5% | $505,600 +17.6% |
| 2021 | $6,624 -6.8% | $429,900 +1.2% |
| 2020 | $7,109 +13.1% | $424,700 +7.5% |
| 2019 | $6,283 | $395,200 |
| 2018 | $6,283 -1.3% | $395,200 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $6,366 | $387,000 |
| 2016 | $6,366 +74.4% | -- |
| 2015 | $3,651 -40.2% | $383,600 |
| 2014 | $6,108 -4.1% | -- |
| 2013 | $6,370 +1% | -- |
| 2012 | $6,304 +14.9% | -- |
| 2011 | $5,488 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $4,748 +20.6% | -- |
| 2008 | $3,936 +16.4% | -- |
| 2007 | $3,382 +17.2% | -- |
| 2006 | $2,886 +20.6% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,394 +4.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $2,300 +13.4% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,028 +34.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,512 -12.1% | -- |
| 2001 | $1,720 +33.1% | -- |
| 2000 | $1,292 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Merriam Park
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