This Victorian-style home beautifully blends timeless character with thoughtful modern updates. Step into a warm and inviting foyer highlighted by a climbing staircase and soaring ceilings. The formal sitting room features gorgeous hardwood floors, built-in library cabinetry, stained glass windows, and a decorative fireplace - an elegant space full of historic charm. It flows seamlessly into the expansive family room, offering a more relaxed gathering space. The formal dining room is ideal for hosting dinners and holidays. Throughout the home, you’ll appreciate charming details including custom wood thresholds, detailed stair notches, and oak and maple hardwood floors. The kitchen addition offers incredible flexibility. Enjoy your morning coffee in the breakfast nook, or customize the space as a mudroom, kid space, or home workspace. The fully equipped kitchen features updated appliances, abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and a convenient main floor bathroom nearby. All bedrooms are located on the same level for added convenience. Three spacious bedrooms offer excellent closet space and beautifully refinished hardwood floors. A 4th bedroom provides flexibility as a home office, workout room, or guest space. The unfinished third story presents an exciting opportunity. With cathedral-like rooflines and generous square footage, imagine creating a private primary suite, family room, 5th bedroom, office, or bonus space - the possibilities are endless. Relax on the welcoming front porch or enjoy the backyard with room for a garden and outdoor entertaining. The oversized two-car garage plus additional parking pad is a rare find. Lovingly maintained and move-in ready, this home is within walking distance to local shops, restaurants, schools and parks. Come experience all this home and the community has to offer.
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$536,000
1970 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104
4beds
4,321sqft
Single Family
Built in 1890
7,492 Square Feet Lot
$546,900 Zestimate®
$124/sqft
$3,643 Estimated rent
Home value
$546,900
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Listed by:
Christopher A Deming 612-414-2785,
RE/MAX Results
Bought with:
Nestor Arguello
Edina Realty, Inc.
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7026551
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x13
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 189 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x13.5
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 148.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5x11
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 148.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13.5x11
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 75 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.5x6
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 528 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24x22
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17x15
Porch
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24x8
Sitting room
- Level: Main
- Area: 188.5 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14.5x13
Other
- Level: Third
- Area: 1426 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 46x31
Heating
- Boiler, Hot Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Basement: Daylight,Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Decorative
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,321
- Total interior livable area: 4,321 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,373
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Asphalt, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Details: Garage Dimensions (23x21), Garage Door Height (7), Garage Door Width (16)
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch, Porch
- Fencing: Full,Wood
Lot
- Size: 7,492 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 150
- Features: Near Public Transit
Details
- Foundation area: 1328
- Parcel number: 042823220107
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Stone
- Roof: Age 8 Years or Less,Asphalt,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Merriam Park Second Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $124/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $550,200
- Annual tax amount: $9,182
- Date on market: 2/25/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/20/2026 | Sold | $536,000+2.1%$124/sqft |
Source:  NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7026551 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2026 | Pending sale | $525,000$121/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7026551 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,218 +23.4% | $550,200 +1.1% |
| 2024 | $7,472 -6% | $544,300 +12.2% |
| 2023 | $7,950 -6.4% | $485,200 -18.3% |
| 2022 | $8,496 +13.1% | $594,000 +13.9% |
| 2021 | $7,514 -5.4% | $521,600 +8.1% |
| 2020 | $7,943 +8.9% | $482,500 +6.2% |
| 2019 | $7,295 | $454,200 |
| 2018 | $7,295 -1.1% | $454,200 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $7,378 | $446,700 |
| 2016 | $7,378 -0.4% | -- |
| 2015 | $7,406 +13% | $446,700 |
| 2014 | $6,554 -2.6% | -- |
| 2013 | $6,726 +0.7% | -- |
| 2012 | $6,678 +16.6% | -- |
| 2011 | $5,728 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $5,872 +11.4% | -- |
| 2008 | $5,270 +15.5% | -- |
| 2007 | $4,562 +11.5% | -- |
| 2006 | $4,090 +21.9% | -- |
| 2005 | $3,356 -0.2% | -- |
| 2004 | $3,362 +14.5% | -- |
| 2003 | $2,936 +18.2% | -- |
| 2002 | $2,484 -22.4% | -- |
| 2001 | $3,200 +18.4% | -- |
| 2000 | $2,703 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Merriam Park
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