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#6726278, Listing Office: Edina Realty, Inc.
$550,000 List price
1597 James Ave Saint Paul, MN 55105
$6,531
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full
1,962 sqft
$280 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1597 James Ave
If you are looking for a fully-updated home, walkable to Mattocks Park in St. Paul, look no further! This home has been completely remodeled including electrical, plumbing, windows, kitchen, and bathroom all done since 2020! Main level boasts a bright open floor plan with 10 foot ceilings. Kitchen is a chef's dream with professional range and hood, quartz countertops and ample storage. Full main level bath is gorgeously tiled and includes a towel warmer! Two bedrooms round out the main level with the owners bedroom on the private upper level. Plumbing has even been run to the upper level to enable new owners to put in a primary suite bathroom if they choose! Lower level is finished with a spacious family room, additional bedroom and large three quarter bath with laundry. The fully fenced backyard is an urban retreat, with brand new sauna and stock tank pool. A pergola with hopps vines adorn the expansive maintenance free Trex deck. This is the epitome of vintage charm, with all the system updates done for you!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingSteam, Hot Water
StatusActive
CoolingDuctless
Size1,962 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1920
ParkingDetached
MLS #6690432
Garage2 spaces
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Garage Space: 2 spaces
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: Detached
- Heating: Steam, Hot Water
- Cooling: Ductless
- List Price: $550,000
- Price/SqFt: $280
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $6,090
- Tax Year: 2024
- Lot: Few Trees
- Directions: 94 to 35E S to Randolph Ave. Right on Randolph, Right on Snelling, Left on W James to Home on Right.
- Year Built: 1920
- Living Area: 1,962 SqFt
- MLS Number: 6690432
- MLS Name: NORTHSTAR
- Office Name: eXp Realty
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| May 30, 2000 | Home Sold | $135,000 |
| Apr 22, 1999 | Home Sold | $123,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $389,800 | $6,090 |
| 2023 | $370,500 | $6,104 |
| 2022 | $364,800 | $5,152 |
| 2021 | $299,400 | $4,862 |
| 2019 | $273,300 | $5,096 |
| 2018 | $253,100 | $4,836 |
| 2017 | $229,500 | $4,336 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
4
EXPO for Excellence Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.3 mi
•540 Warwick St
6
Randolph Heights Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.6 mi
•348 Hamline Ave S
6
Groveland Park Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.0 mi
•2045 Saint Clair 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 $84,295. The most common annual income of people living in Saint Paul, MN is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
5%
<35k
57%
35k-100k
35%
100k-200k
3%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
41%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
26%
Married, No Kids
27%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
16%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
21%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Live Theatre
Hiking/backpacking
Tennis
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
Crate & Barrel
Nordstrom Rack
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Boston Market
Starbucks
The Cheesecake Factory
What do the neighbors drive?
Mercedes
Audi
BMW
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative
Jazz
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Frequently asked questions
About 1597 James Ave
The listing price of 1597 James Ave property is $550,000.
The property 1597 James Ave is a house located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55105.
Active Listing: 1597 James Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 1597 James Ave are: EXPO for Excellence Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Randolph Heights Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Groveland Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Laura Jeffrey Academy Charter (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Ramsey Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Urban Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Cyber Village Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Highland Park Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Nova Classical Academy Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $6,090 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on May 30, 2000 for $135,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1597 James Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 1597 James Ave is 1,962 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1597 James Ave is 1920.
This home is located at 1597 James Ave in Saint Paul, MN and zip code 55105 in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood. This 1,962 square foot home was built in 1920. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 26, 2025 and is currently priced at $550,000.
In April 2025 more than 96 listings in Saint Paul, MN were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 31 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 58 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Saint Paul, MN between March and April 2025 increased by 17.9%. In April 2025 median list price was $296,232 and the average listing age was 30 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.