Elegant and timeless Summit Avenue mansion! Beautiful curb curb appeal, huge 0.59 acre lot. This 8200 sq. ft., 6 Bedroom, 5 Bath home was built in 1883 and designed by architect Clarence Johnston. The original charm is still evident throughout the natural light filled interior. Wonderful floor plan throughout with several entertaining spaces. Features include gleaming hardwood floors, spacious bedrooms with fireplaces, 3 porches, gorgeous dining room, library, mother in law apt., ballroom with enclosed porch overlooking Summit Avenue, 7 fireplaces and large fenced in yard. Finish upper level of the carriage house for additional space. Located just minutes from restaurants and shopping and all of St. Paul's unique offerings. 490 Summit Avenue is a stunning property and a historical piece of Minnesota history!
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$1,225,000
490 Summit Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102
6beds
8,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1883
0.59 Acres Lot
$1,254,900 Zestimate®
$149/sqft
$6,980 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,254,900
$1.13M - $1.39M
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Large fenced in yardGleaming hardwood floorsGorgeous dining roomSpacious bedrooms with fireplaces
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Listed by:
Janet A Piontek 612-386-7878,
Coldwell Banker Realty - Lakes
Bought with:
Reidell Estey & Associates – Marti Estey
RE/MAX Results
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6814266
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18 x 18
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 17
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15 x 16
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14 x 15
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 24
Bedroom 6
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 357 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17 x 21
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 480 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 30
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 432 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 27
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 512 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16 x 32
Porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Porch
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 14
Porch
- Level: Upper
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7 x 22
Sitting room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12 x 16
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Freezer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Garage, Gas Dryer Hookup, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 7
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Other, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,200
- Total interior livable area: 8,200 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 8,200
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage
- Garage spaces: 5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: More Than 2 Stories
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Privacy,Wood
Lot
- Size: 0.59 Acres
- Dimensions: 200 x 130
- Features: Near Public Transit, Tree Coverage - Light
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop
- Foundation area: 3016
- Parcel number: 012823310116
- Zoning description: Business/Commercial,Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1883
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
- Subdivision: Terrace Park Add To, The C
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2026 | Sold | $1,225,000-2%$149/sqft |
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| 12/20/2025 | Pending sale | $1,250,000$152/sqft |
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| 11/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,250,000-7.4%$152/sqft |
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| 9/15/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6175394 Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2021 | Listed for sale | $1,350,000+45.2%$165/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5739512 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 11/13/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,500 |
Source: True Real Estate #5684132 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2018 | Sold | $930,000$113/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5028785 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2018 | Pending sale | $930,000$113/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Minneapolis Lakes #5028785 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2018 | Listed for sale | $930,000-6.1%$113/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Burnet - Minneapolis Lakes #5028785 Report a problem | ||
| 8/24/2018 | Listing removed | $990,000$121/sqft |
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| 5/23/2018 | Price change | $990,000-7.9%$121/sqft |
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| 10/9/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,075,000$131/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,512 +31.5% | $1,163,600 +6.4% |
| 2024 | $15,594 -9.9% | $1,093,300 +20.1% |
| 2023 | $17,298 +0.2% | $910,700 -6.6% |
| 2022 | $17,258 +7.4% | $975,100 +3% |
| 2021 | $16,062 +0.9% | $946,700 +3% |
| 2020 | $15,919 -10.7% | $919,100 -4.1% |
| 2019 | $17,824 | $958,200 |
| 2018 | $17,824 +459.4% | $958,200 -2.3% |
| 2017 | $3,186 | $981,200 |
| 2016 | $3,186 -79.9% | -- |
| 2015 | $15,884 -7.5% | $836,100 |
| 2014 | $17,170 -12.4% | -- |
| 2013 | $19,610 -2.7% | -- |
| 2012 | $20,154 -36.1% | -- |
| 2011 | $31,540 -6.3% | -- |
| 2009 | $33,664 +18.6% | -- |
| 2008 | $28,380 +3.4% | -- |
| 2007 | $27,448 +26.1% | -- |
| 2006 | $21,768 +21% | -- |
| 2005 | $17,988 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Summit Hill
Nearby schools
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- 9/10Randolph Heights Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.9 mi
- 3/10Hidden River Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 7/10Central Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
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