This Charming Mid-Century
I would go out tonight, but this house
has wrapped me in its heart.
A 1953 Mid-Century Modest—
handsome, sincere, and full of light.
It stands quietly in Highland Park,
where the streets hum softly,
and the trees lean in like old friends.
Inside, sunlight spills across
freshly refinished oak floors—
a nod to timeless design,
where form follows feeling.
The kitchen? A study in
restraint and grace:
solid surface counters,
sleek lines, and steel
that shines—but never shouts.
To the rear, a bright addition
stretches out like a well-timed sigh—
perfect for records and red wine,
or letting the quiet in.
Slide open the glass,
step out to a private deck,
where thoughts go to rest
and nothing is hurried.
The lower level, recently redone
and full of space,
offers more than shelter:
room to think at the end of the day,
a place for games to play,
a room to wash the past away.
New windows. New walls.
They pamper life’s complexity,
with machines that cool
when the world grows cruel,
and machines that warm
through winter's beautiful storms.
And should a double-decker bus come
let it take you somewhere good—
parks, cafés, trails, a vintage theater...
or wherever your better days begin.
Because sometimes, the loveliest things
are not the loudest on the street,
but the ones that simply stay.
This charming home awaits your arrival.
Come out and find the one that you love—
and who loves you.
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$410,000
1931 Dorothea Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55116
3beds
1,952sqft
Single Family
Built in 1953
5,793 Square Feet Lot
$422,000 Zestimate®
$210/sqft
$2,209 Estimated rent
Home value
$422,000
$380,000 - $468,000
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael D. Smith 651-324-6211,
Anderson Realty,
Rebekah Cook 612-619-4470
Bought with:
Adam Dorn - The Dorn Group
RE/MAX Results
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6721479
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
Deck
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Lower
Game room
- Level: Lower
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Living room
- Level: Main
Office
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Basement: Block,Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,952
- Total interior livable area: 1,952 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,088
- Finished area below ground: 676
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Details: Garage Door Height (7), Garage Door Width (8)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 5,793 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 106
- Features: Near Public Transit, Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Foundation area: 864
- Parcel number: 162823340073
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Bisanz Bros Add 3
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $210/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $324,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,452
- Date on market: 5/15/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 3 days
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/3/2025 | Sold | $410,000+2.5%$210/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6721479 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2025 | Pending sale | $400,000$205/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6721479 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $400,000+20.9%$205/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6721479 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2024 | Sold | $330,820-5.5%$169/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6600442 Report a problem | ||
| 11/11/2024 | Pending sale | $350,000$179/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6600442 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2024 | Price change | $350,000-6.7%$179/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6600442 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2024 | Price change | $375,000-2.6%$192/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6600442 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2024 | Price change | $385,000-2.5%$197/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6600442 Report a problem | ||
| 9/16/2024 | Price change | $395,000-1.3%$202/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6600442 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2024 | Listed for sale | $400,000+80.6%$205/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6600442 Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2017 | Sold | $221,515+3%$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2017 | Sold | $215,000+0%$110/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4796101 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2017 | Pending sale | $214,900$110/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Highland Park #4796101 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2017 | Price change | $214,900-2.3%$110/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Highland Park #4796101 Report a problem | ||
| 2/18/2017 | Listed for sale | $219,900+12.8%$113/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Highland Park #4796101 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2015 | Listing removed | $195,000$100/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Dakota County/Eagan #4650428 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2015 | Price change | $195,000-2.5%$100/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Dakota County/Eagan #4650428 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2015 | Price change | $199,900-2.4%$102/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Dakota County/Eagan #4650428 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2015 | Price change | $204,900-2%$105/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Dakota County/Eagan #4650428 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2015 | Price change | $209,000-2.7%$107/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Dakota County/Eagan #4650428 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2015 | Listed for sale | $214,900+7%$110/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Dakota County/Eagan #4650428 Report a problem | ||
| 8/15/2013 | Sold | $200,909+3%$103/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2013 | Listed for sale | $195,000+8.3%$100/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Results #4382457 Report a problem | ||
| 5/2/2011 | Listing removed | $180,000$92/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Results- Highland Park #3951912 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2011 | Listed for sale | $180,000+3.4%$92/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Results- Highland Park #3951912 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2010 | Listing removed | $174,000$89/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Results #3972037 Report a problem | ||
| 10/12/2010 | Price change | $174,000-3.3%$89/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Results #3972037 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2010 | Listed for sale | $180,000+16.1%$92/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Results #3972037 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2001 | Sold | $155,000$79/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,778 +7.3% | $324,000 +8.6% |
| 2024 | $4,452 -8% | $298,300 +1.4% |
| 2023 | $4,838 +10.4% | $294,200 -6.1% |
| 2022 | $4,384 +12% | $313,200 +12% |
| 2021 | $3,916 -0.3% | $279,600 +7.1% |
| 2020 | $3,927 +5% | $261,000 +12% |
| 2019 | $3,740 | $233,100 |
| 2018 | $3,740 -5.2% | $233,100 -4.2% |
| 2017 | $3,946 | $243,200 |
| 2016 | $3,946 +21.4% | -- |
| 2015 | $3,250 +20.6% | $198,900 |
| 2014 | $2,694 -22.3% | -- |
| 2013 | $3,466 +3.3% | -- |
| 2012 | $3,356 +12.1% | -- |
| 2011 | $2,994 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $2,446 +1.8% | -- |
| 2008 | $2,402 +9.2% | -- |
| 2007 | $2,200 -0.5% | -- |
| 2006 | $2,212 +10.3% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,006 +5% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,910 +10.1% | -- |
| 2003 | $1,734 +15% | -- |
| 2002 | $1,508 -20.7% | -- |
| 2001 | $1,902 +32.9% | -- |
| 2000 | $1,431 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Highland
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