Conveniently located just one block off Grand Ave, a destination for some of St. Paul’s best restaurants and shops, this historic 1902 brick home blends quiet living with walkability. Original woodwork, built-ins, and a grand staircase showcase timeless Arts & Crafts charm. The main floor features a formal living room with a covered porch, a large dining room, and an updated chef’s kitchen with double ovens and a striking range hood. Upstairs, find five bedrooms, an updated bath with double sinks, a walk-in shower and clawfoot tub, and stunning original stained glass windows at the staircase. The private third-floor suite—complete with a kitchen, living area, and bedroom—is perfect for guests or multi-generational living. The unfinished lower level offers 800+ sq ft of potential to finish and add equity to your home. Enjoy entertaining in your fenced backyard with a covered patio. This home offers the experience of historic elegance blended with a modern and vibrant city lifestyle.
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$840,000
853 Lincoln Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55105
5beds
5,956sqft
Single Family
Built in 1902
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$861,100 Zestimate®
$141/sqft
$5,463 Estimated rent
Home value
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Listed by:
Michael R. Distad 612-275-1343,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Thomas R. Distad 612-432-4771
Bought with:
NON-RMLS
Non-MLS
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6652063
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15x13
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x11
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x10
Den
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x11
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18x16
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x10
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 350 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25x14
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 378 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27x14
Mud room
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x9
Porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22x9
Heating
- Radiator
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Washer
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,956
- Total interior livable area: 5,956 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,348
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: More Than 2 Stories
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 150
Details
- Foundation area: 1608
- Parcel number: 022823420168
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Brick, Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1902
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $141/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $905,300
- Annual tax amount: $12,022
- Date on market: 2/24/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 116 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/7/2025 | Sold | $840,000-1.2%$141/sqft |
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| 2/24/2025 | Pending sale | $850,000$143/sqft |
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| 2/10/2025 | Listing removed | $850,000$143/sqft |
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| 2/7/2025 | Listed for sale | $850,000$143/sqft |
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| 11/3/2024 | Listing removed | $850,000-2.9%$143/sqft |
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| 10/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $875,000$147/sqft |
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| 10/10/2024 | Listing removed | $875,000$147/sqft |
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| 9/25/2024 | Price change | $875,000-2.8%$147/sqft |
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| 8/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $899,900+32.8%$151/sqft |
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| 9/18/2015 | Sold | $677,500+2.8%$114/sqft |
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4633866 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2015 | Pending sale | $659,000$111/sqft |
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| 8/13/2015 | Price change | $659,000-3.1%$111/sqft |
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| 6/6/2015 | Pending sale | $680,000$114/sqft |
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| 6/2/2015 | Price change | $680,000-4.9%$114/sqft |
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| 4/4/2015 | Listed for sale | $715,000+11.7%$120/sqft |
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| 4/13/2006 | Sold | $640,000$107/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,856 +23.6% | $905,300 +10.8% |
| 2024 | $12,022 -6.8% | $817,400 +12.6% |
| 2023 | $12,904 +0.2% | $725,800 -4% |
| 2022 | $12,878 +5.1% | $756,200 +2.3% |
| 2021 | $12,254 -2.6% | $739,500 |
| 2020 | $12,585 +8.1% | $739,500 +5.6% |
| 2019 | $11,646 | $700,100 |
| 2018 | $11,646 | $700,100 +4% |
| 2017 | $11,646 | $673,400 |
| 2016 | $11,646 -7.7% | -- |
| 2015 | $12,612 +10.5% | $716,700 |
| 2014 | $11,410 +18% | -- |
| 2012 | $9,668 +1.3% | -- |
| 2011 | $9,548 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $7,698 -2.5% | -- |
| 2008 | $7,892 -18.4% | -- |
| 2007 | $9,668 +30.9% | -- |
| 2006 | $7,386 +19.2% | -- |
| 2005 | $6,194 +7% | -- |
| 2004 | $5,788 +7.7% | -- |
| 2003 | $5,372 +16% | -- |
| 2002 | $4,632 -29.6% | -- |
| 2001 | $6,580 +8.5% | -- |
| 2000 | $6,064 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Summit Hill
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