Located in the heart of Merriam Park, this classic brick two-story home beautifully blends timeless charm with modern convenience. A welcoming front porch sets the tone, while inside you’ll find rich natural woodwork and gleaming hardwood floors throughout the main level. The home has been thoughtfully redesigned to blend the original 1888 charm with today's modern amenities. The floor plan offers exceptional living and entertaining spaces, including a formal living room, adjoining family room, formal dining room, and an updated, eat-in kitchen featuring a center island and separate walk-in pantry. A convenient mudroom off the back of the home adds everyday functionality, while an adorable tucked-away powder room beneath the stairs provides the perfect main-floor guest bath. You will love the convenience of both front and back stairs! The second level offers three bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with dual sinks and a step-in shower. Two additional bedrooms share a full bathroom, including one that spans the entire front of the second floor of the home with beautiful south-facing windows that fill the space with natural light. You’ll also appreciate the convenience of full-size front-loading laundry on this level. The versatile third floor offers incredible flexibility, serving beautifully as a family room, guest retreat, or second primary suite, complete with a large walk-in closet and full bathroom. The clean, dry unfinished basement provides abundant storage, an additional three-quarter bathroom, and a second laundry area. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced yard and an oversized insulated two-car garage with unfinished bonus space above, offering endless potential for future expansion, studio space, or additional storage. This is a rare opportunity to own a character-filled home in one of Saint Paul’s most beloved neighborhoods.
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Price cut: $20K (7/28)
$865,000
1937 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104
4beds
3,132sqft
Single Family
Built in 1888
5,967 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$276/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 79 days
- 900
- 48
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marcy Wengler 651-238-7434,
Edina Realty, Inc.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7089534
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 3/4 bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 645.24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28.3x22.8
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 198.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.2x14
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 234.91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16.9x13.9
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 93.15 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.5x8.1
Primary bathroom
- Level: Third
- Area: 43.71 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.3x4.7
Primary bathroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 38.25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8.5x4.5
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 176.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15.5x11.4
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 198.8 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.2x14
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 73.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9.4x7.8
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 146.53 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.11x12.10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 162.63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.7x13.9
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 130.9 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.9x11
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 25.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5.10x5
Porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 148.85 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22.9x6.5
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Chandelier, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: In Hall, Upper Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,080
- Total interior livable area: 3,132 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,011
- Finished area below ground: 121
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Insulated Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: More Than 2 Stories
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Fencing: Full,Wood
Lot
- Size: 5,967 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 150
- Features: Near Public Transit
Details
- Foundation area: 1050
- Parcel number: 042823210045
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1888
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Merriam Park/Lexington-Hamline
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $276/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $855,900
- Annual tax amount: $16,134
- Date on market: 6/18/2026
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/28/2026 | Price change | $865,000-2.3%$276/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7089534 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $885,000+30.5%$283/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7089534 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2016 | Sold | $678,000$216/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/2016 | Sold | $678,000-1%$216/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4689432 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2016 | Pending sale | $685,000$219/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Results #4689432 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2016 | Listed for sale | $685,000+171.2%$219/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Results #4689432 Report a problem | ||
| 10/20/2014 | Sold | $252,600+20.3%$81/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #2227732 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2014 | Listed for sale | $210,000$67/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Premier Realty #4522286 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,374 +15.3% | $855,900 +6.4% |
| 2024 | $12,468 +4.8% | $804,100 +5.9% |
| 2023 | $11,892 -0.3% | $759,200 +5.9% |
| 2022 | $11,928 +4.2% | $716,900 +2.8% |
| 2021 | $11,446 -4% | $697,700 +0.4% |
| 2020 | $11,925 +0.5% | $694,800 +1.5% |
| 2019 | $11,863 | $684,200 |
| 2018 | $11,863 -0.7% | $684,200 |
| 2017 | $11,946 | $684,200 |
| 2016 | $11,946 +154.5% | -- |
| 2015 | $4,694 -23.6% | $287,000 |
| 2014 | $6,144 -4.7% | -- |
| 2013 | $6,450 -2.5% | -- |
| 2012 | $6,618 +40% | -- |
| 2011 | $4,728 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $4,424 +5.7% | -- |
| 2008 | $4,186 +12.3% | -- |
| 2007 | $3,728 +13.9% | -- |
| 2006 | $3,272 +17.8% | -- |
| 2005 | $2,778 -1.1% | -- |
| 2004 | $2,810 +11.2% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,528 +15.1% | -- |
| 2002 | $2,196 -19% | -- |
| 2001 | $2,712 +18.6% | -- |
| 2000 | $2,287 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Merriam Park
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