Welcome home to this charming 1.5-story property situated on a corner lot with convenient access to Hwy 35E and downtown St. Paul. Full of character and timeless appeal, this home features beautiful hardwood floors and a functional layout designed for everyday living. The main level offers a spacious living room, dedicated dining room, kitchen, two bedrooms, and a full bathroom. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms along with a versatile flex space that can serve as a family room, home office, playroom, study area, or additional living space. Higher-than-expected ceilings on the upper level create an open and inviting feel throughout. The unfinished lower level provides excellent storage, a clean and usable space with freshly painted walls and epoxy-coated floors, and outstanding potential for future finishing and added equity. Outside, enjoy the benefits of a corner lot with added yard space and flexibility. With easy access to major highways, downtown St. Paul, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this home offers charm, character, and opportunity all in one package.
Active
$273,900
725 California Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
4beds
1,669sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,770/mo
Single Family
Built in 1940
4,878 Square Feet Lot
$273,800 Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kerby & Cristina Real Estate Experts 612-268-1637,
RE/MAX Results,
Rodrigo Vazquez 612-558-7393
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 7040882
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x15
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x13
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x15
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x15
Flex room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13x15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x16
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink, Washer Hookup
Features
- Basement: Block,Crawl Space,Full,Storage Space,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,536
- Total interior livable area: 1,669 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,669
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: None
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 4,878 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 123
- Features: Near Public Transit, Corner Lot, Tree Coverage - Medium
Details
- Additional structures: Storage Shed
- Foundation area: 1176
- Parcel number: 202922110024
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Buddes Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $164/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $180,700
- Annual tax amount: $2,211
- Date on market: 7/23/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$273,800
$260,000 - $287,000
$2,248/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $273,900+52.2%$164/sqft |
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| 5/31/2023 | Sold | $180,000+9.1%$108/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6345002 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2023 | Pending sale | $165,000$99/sqft |
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| 4/10/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source:  Edina Realty Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $165,000+31938.8%$99/sqft |
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| 8/19/2015 | Listing removed | $1,195$1/sqft |
Source: Urban Enterprises, Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 8/17/2015 | Price change | $1,195-7.7%$1/sqft |
Source: Urban Enterprises Inc. Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2015 | Listed for rent | $1,295+8.4%$1/sqft |
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| 9/26/2014 | Sold | $515-98.9% |
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| 9/7/2012 | Listing removed | $1,195$1/sqft |
Source: Urban Enterprises Report a problem | ||
| 8/8/2012 | Listed for rent | $1,195$1/sqft |
Source: Urban Enterprises Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2012 | Sold | $46,000-17.7%$28/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1917371 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2012 | Price change | $55,900-6.7%$33/sqft |
Source: Axis Realty #4128760 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2012 | Price change | $59,900-7.7%$36/sqft |
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| 3/20/2012 | Listed for sale | $64,900+68.6%$39/sqft |
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| 3/19/2012 | Sold | $38,500-44.9%$23/sqft |
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| 3/8/2012 | Price change | $69,900-32.5%$42/sqft |
Source: Axis Realty #4128760 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2012 | Price change | -- |
Source: Williams & Williams Worldwide Real Estate Auction Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2012 | Price change | $103,500+21.9%$62/sqft |
Source: Axis Realty #4011181 Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/2011 | Price change | $84,900-7.7%$51/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Premier Realty #4080553 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2011 | Price change | $92,000-6%$55/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Premier Realty #4080553 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2011 | Price change | $97,900-5.4%$59/sqft |
Source: Axis Realty #4011181 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2011 | Price change | $103,500-5.5%$62/sqft |
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| 2/6/2011 | Listed for sale | $109,500+10.1%$66/sqft |
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| 7/17/2010 | Listing removed | $99,500$60/sqft |
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| 6/25/2010 | Listed for sale | $99,500-39.7%$60/sqft |
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| 6/10/2004 | Sold | $164,900+161.7%$99/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 8/3/1998 | Sold | $63,000$38/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,682 +71.5% | $180,700 -3.8% |
| 2024 | $2,730 -21.6% | $187,800 +2.5% |
| 2023 | $3,482 +12.6% | $183,200 -12.5% |
| 2022 | $3,092 +31.2% | $209,400 +18% |
| 2021 | $2,356 +4% | $177,400 +30.2% |
| 2020 | $2,264 -0.2% | $136,200 +4.8% |
| 2019 | $2,268 | $130,000 |
| 2018 | $2,268 -8.5% | $130,000 -5.8% |
| 2017 | $2,478 | $138,000 |
| 2016 | $2,478 +21.5% | -- |
| 2015 | $2,040 +25.6% | $85,000 |
| 2014 | $1,624 -25.1% | -- |
| 2013 | $2,168 -2.9% | -- |
| 2012 | $2,232 +4.8% | -- |
| 2011 | $2,130 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $1,710 +1.2% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,690 +16.7% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,448 +17.7% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,230 +22% | -- |
| 2005 | $1,008 -4% | -- |
| 2004 | $1,050 +10.8% | -- |
| 2003 | $948 +13.4% | -- |
| 2002 | $836 -12.4% | -- |
| 2001 | $954 +29.4% | -- |
| 2000 | $737 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Payne Phalen
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Bruce F Vento Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 2/10Washington Technology Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 2/10Washington Tech Secondary MagnetGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
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