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#6755812, Listing office: Coldwell Banker Realty
$450,000 List price
1253 Ashland Ave Saint Paul, MN 55104
1,824 sqft
$247 / sqft
Multi-Family
Property details
About 1253 Ashland Ave
Welcome to this classic and beautifully maintained up-down duplex located in the heart of Saint Paul's highly walkable Macalester-Groveland neighborhood. Just steps from the Macalester College campus, and within easy walking distance to Whole Foods, Starbucks, the Green Line light rail, and a host of shops, restaurants, and parks, this property is all about location, lifestyle, and opportunity. The lower unit features a spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath layout with original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, a formal dining room, and a thoughtfully updated kitchen. The bedrooms are generously sized a rare find for homes of this vintage and a charming screened-in front porch offers a perfect spot to enjoy warm summer days. Shared laundry and ample storage are located in the basement, accessible to both units. Off-street parking in the rear adds convenience and value, making this a smart choice for owner-occupiers looking to offset their mortgage or for savvy investors. Whether you're looking for a fantastic place to live or a solid addition to your portfolio, 1253 Ashland Ave delivers on every front charm, location, and functionality.
Highlights
Home typeDuplex
HeatingSteam, Forced Air
StatusActive
Size1,824 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1915
ParkingOpen
MLS #6746229
Summary
- Basement: Yes
- Parking: Open
- Heating: Steam, Forced Air
- List Price: $450,000
- Price/SqFt: $246
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,086
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Many Trees
- Directions: From Summit Avenue proceed to Griggs, North To Ashland, West To House
- Year Built: 1915
- Living Area: 1,824 SqFt
- MLS Number: 6746229
- MLS Name: NORTHSTAR
- Office Name: RE/MAX Results
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 03, 2019 | Home Sold | $255,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $323,000 | $5,086 |
| 2023 | $315,600 | $4,980 |
| 2022 | $305,300 | $4,546 |
| 2021 | $275,000 | $4,538 |
| 2019 | $278,300 | $5,968 |
| 2018 | $235,200 | $5,554 |
| 2017 | $225,000 | $4,804 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
Higher Ground Academy
Public Charter KG-6
0.4 mi
•1381 Marshall Ave
3
Jj Hill Montessori
Public Magnet PK-5
0.5 mi
•998 Selby Ave
2
Global Arts Plus Lower
Public Magnet PK-4
0.7 mi
•1023 Osceola Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $60,938. Most Saint Paul, MN residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
How much money do the neighbors make?
30%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
19%
100k-200k
2%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
46%
Single, No Kids
11%
Single, with Kids
23%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
15%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
41%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Men's Tennis- Tennis
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Nordstrom Rack
Crate & Barrel
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
The Cheesecake Factory
Starbucks
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Volvo
BMW
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative
Jazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 1253 Ashland Ave
The listing price of 1253 Ashland Ave property is $450,000.
The property 1253 Ashland Ave is a multi located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55104.
Active Listing: 1253 Ashland Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1253 Ashland Ave are: Higher Ground Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Jj Hill Montessori (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Global Arts Plus Lower (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Ramsey Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Sejong Academy of Minnesota (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), High School for Recording Arts (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Gordon Parks High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $5,086 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on April 3, 2019 for $255,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 1253 Ashland Ave is 1,824 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1253 Ashland Ave is 1915.
This home is located at 1253 Ashland Ave in Saint Paul, MN and zip code 55104 in the Merriam Park-Lexington-Hamline neighborhood. This 1,824 square foot home was built in 1915. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $450,000.
Over 137 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Saint Paul, MN. In the same period over 72 listings were sold below the listed price and 54 listings were sold for the listed price. In June 2025 in Saint Paul, MN there were 12.2% more homes for sale than in May. In June 2025, listings were on the market for 25 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $299,367.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.