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  • $199,900

    305 Lawson Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55130

    3beds
    1,349sqft
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    $1,306/mo
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    Single Family
    Built in 1889
    5,009 Square Feet Lot
    $202,300 Zestimate®
    $148/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Thoughtfully updated and move-in ready, this 3-bedroom home offers approximately 1,300 finished square feet, all three bedrooms on the same level, an open kitchen and living room layout, and numerous improvements throughout. The spacious kitchen features oak cabinetry, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, dishwasher, electric range, and excellent functionality for everyday living and entertaining. The large main-floor bathroom includes tile flooring, quartz countertop, jetted tub, separate shower, tiled shower surround, and generous storage. Recent improvements include professional interior paint (2026), new carpeting (2026), new stair carpeting (2026), lead water service replacement from the city to the home (2026), and new water meter (2026). Additional highlights include double-pane windows, vinyl siding, lower-level tile flooring, dedicated storage room, private fenced patio area, large rear parking pad with space for multiple vehicles, storage container included with the property, and concrete driveway and sidewalks. Conveniently located near downtown Saint Paul, parks, restaurants, shopping, schools, and major transportation routes, this home offers affordability, functionality, and exceptional value.
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listed by:

    Keith Allen Taylor 715-213-7494,

    ERA Prospera Real Estate

    Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7092388MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 120 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 12 x 10
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 117 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 13 x 9
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 99 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 11 x 9
      Family room
      • Level: Lower
      • Area: 224 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 16 x 14
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 150 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 x 10
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 150 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15 x 10
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer
      • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Lower Level, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Basement: Block,Drain Tiled,Partially Finished,Storage Space,Sump Basket,Sump Pump
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,611
      • Total interior livable area: 1,349 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 939
      • Finished area below ground: 410

      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Concrete, Off Site, Paved Lot, Open
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: None
      Features
      • Levels: One
      • Stories: 1
      • Fencing: Partial
      Lot
      • Size: 5,009 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 40 x 125
      • Features: Near Public Transit
      Details
      • Additional structures: Storage Shed
      • Foundation area: 672
      • Parcel number: 302922140027
      • Zoning description: Residential-Single Family

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family
      Materials
      • Block
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1889

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Gas: Natural Gas
      • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
      • Water: City Water/Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Brookvale
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Saint Paul

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $148/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $223,400
      • Annual tax amount: $1,330
      • Date on market: 6/19/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 28 days

        Estimated market value

        $202,300

        $192,000 - $212,000

        $1,832/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/11/2026Pending sale$199,900$148/sqft
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        7/4/2026Listing removed$199,900$148/sqft
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        6/19/2026Listed for sale$199,900-1.5%$148/sqft
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        5/27/2021Sold$203,000+3%$150/sqft
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        4/20/2021Pending sale$197,000$146/sqft
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        4/16/2021Listed for sale$197,000$146/sqft
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        4/5/2021Pending sale$197,000$146/sqft
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        4/1/2021Listed for sale$197,000$146/sqft
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        3/25/2021Pending sale$197,000$146/sqft
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        3/23/2021Listed for sale$197,000+50.4%$146/sqft
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        8/20/2003Sold$131,000+101.5%$97/sqft
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        1/8/2003Sold$65,000+441.7%$48/sqft
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        10/15/2002Sold$12,000$9/sqft
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        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$1,330 +16.7%$223,400 +6%
        2024$1,140 -58.5%$210,800 +1.9%
        2023$2,744 +34.2%$206,800 +14.9%
        2022$2,044 +4.8%$180,000 +27.5%
        2021$1,950 +22%$141,200 +5.8%
        2020$1,599 +73.1%$133,500 +44.8%
        2019$924 $92,200
        2018$924 -18.1%$92,200 +10%
        2017$1,128 $83,800
        2016$1,128 +1.3%--
        2015$1,114 +7.1%$74,900
        2014$1,040 -8.8%--
        2013$1,140 +12.6%--
        2012$1,012 -20.6%--
        2011$1,274 --
        2010-- --
        2009$1,586 +5%--
        2008$1,510 -5.4%--
        2007$1,596 +16%--
        2006$1,376 +26.2%--
        2005$1,090 +58.4%--
        2004$688 +21.6%--
        2003$566 -23.3%--
        2002$738 -9.1%--
        2001$812 +107.9%--
        2000$390 --
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Payne Phalen

        Getting around

        50 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        61 / 100
        Bikeable

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