Welcome to this updated 5-bed, 2-bath home in the heart of St. Paul! Enjoy year-round comfort in the multi-season front porch and a bright, open layout with a newly renovated kitchen. New stainless-steel appliances, new vinyl and laminate flooring, and a new AC unit.
The private backyard features a new ground-level deck and storage shed, while the detached garage has been converted into a home gym. Additional highlights include a 4-car driveway, Ring security system, and keyless entry.
Located just minutes from Lake Phalen and Phalen Regional Park, fitness, food, drink, education, and more! This move-in-ready home combines modern updates with classic charm—don’t miss it!
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$280,000
859 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
5beds
1,680sqft
Single Family
Built in 1894
4,878 Square Feet Lot
$285,400 Zestimate®
$167/sqft
$2,239 Estimated rent
Home value
$285,400
$257,000 - $317,000
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Listed by:
James P Adams 612-655-2585,
eXp Realty
Bought with:
Austin Wohlenhaus
RE/MAX Advantage Plus
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 6706004
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10x12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8x9
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x15
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11x8
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12x15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16x19
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14x11
Storage
- Level: Main
- Area: 28 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7x4
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Features
- Basement: Partial,Storage Space,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,680
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,680
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached Garage, Asphalt
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
Lot
- Size: 4,878 Square Feet
Details
- Foundation area: 960
- Parcel number: 282922220187
- Zoning description: Residential-Single Family
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1894
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Natural Gas
- Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
- Water: City Water/Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Eastville Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Paul
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $167/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $228,100
- Annual tax amount: $2,956
- Date on market: 5/19/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 11 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2025 | Sold | $280,000+7.7%$167/sqft |
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| 6/2/2025 | Pending sale | $260,000$155/sqft |
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| 5/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $260,000+16.9%$155/sqft |
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| 3/18/2022 | Sold | $222,400-3.3%$132/sqft |
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| 2/7/2022 | Pending sale | $229,900$137/sqft |
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| 1/29/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/7/2021 | Price change | $229,900-4.2%$137/sqft |
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| 11/22/2021 | Listed for sale | $240,000+380%$143/sqft |
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| 1/7/2009 | Sold | $50,000$30/sqft |
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| 10/23/2008 | Sold | $50,000-71.4%$30/sqft |
Source:  Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1006044 Report a problem | ||
| 2/28/2006 | Sold | $175,000+430.3%$104/sqft |
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| 9/22/1997 | Sold | $33,000$20/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,172 -15.7% | $228,100 +10.4% |
| 2024 | $3,762 +8.2% | $206,700 -10.5% |
| 2023 | $3,476 +29% | $231,000 |
| 2022 | $2,694 +32.7% | $231,000 +27.2% |
| 2021 | $2,030 -0.8% | $181,600 +23.2% |
| 2020 | $2,047 +33.5% | $147,400 +24.6% |
| 2019 | $1,533 | $118,300 |
| 2018 | $1,533 -5.1% | $118,300 |
| 2017 | $1,616 | $118,300 |
| 2016 | $1,616 +40.3% | -- |
| 2015 | $1,152 -17% | $93,200 |
| 2014 | $1,388 +2.4% | -- |
| 2013 | $1,356 -12.7% | -- |
| 2012 | $1,554 -4.5% | -- |
| 2011 | $1,628 | -- |
| 2010 | -- | -- |
| 2009 | $1,624 -14.3% | -- |
| 2008 | $1,896 +26.1% | -- |
| 2007 | $1,504 +16.6% | -- |
| 2006 | $1,290 +40.2% | -- |
| 2005 | $920 -0.6% | -- |
| 2004 | $926 +18.1% | -- |
| 2003 | $784 +34.7% | -- |
| 2002 | $582 -13.9% | -- |
| 2001 | $676 +20.2% | -- |
| 2000 | $562 | -- |
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Neighborhood: Payne Phalen
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- 4/10Frost Lake Magnet Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 2/10Battle Creek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 2/10Johnson Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
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- 859 Magnolia Ave E
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