$485,000

165 Cretin Ave N Saint Paul, MN 55104

$5,759
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
2,630 sqft
$184 / sqft
House

Property details

About 165 Cretin Ave N

A Versatile Gem in an Unbeatable Location Steps from the Mississippi River, scenic trails, and the University of St. Thomas, this home blends historic character with modern versatility. It’s perfect as a family home or investment, with a separate side entrance making the basement easy to rent in a high-demand area. The owners have also had success renting it on Airbnb in the past. Inside, original hardwoods, a wood-burning fireplace, a sunroom, and a screened porch bring tons of natural light. The spacious primary suite features vaulted ceilings, and three bedrooms upstairs provide nice separation between living and hosting space. One of the only homes on Cretin Ave with a driveway and garage that are accessible from quiet Selby Ave, it offers a neighborhood feel with quick commutes to both downtowns. Don't miss the opportunity to take advantage of a community membership at UST, where you can walk to their fitness facilities/fields/track), coffee shop, bowling alley, and more.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingHot Water
StatusComing Soon
CoolingWall Unit(s)
Size2,630 sqft
Year built1913
ParkingDetached, Asphalt, Garage Door Opener
MLS #6682448
Garage1 space
FireplaceLiving Room, Wood Burning
Active DateMarch 21, 2025

Summary

  • MLS Number: 6682448
  • MLS Name: NORTHSTAR
  • Office Name: Real Broker, LLC

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$485,000

165 Cretin Ave N

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Nov 19, 2010
Home Sold
$346,000
Jan 23, 2007
Home Sold
$388,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$478,800$7,618
2023$494,900$7,094
2022$452,300$6,828
2021$402,500$6,642
2019$389,500$6,552
2018$376,500$6,418
2017$362,700$6,012

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

1

Four Seasons Elementary School

Public Magnet PK-5

0.5 mi

318 Moore St

6

Groveland Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

2045 Saint Clair Ave

4

Michael Dowling Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

1.1 mi

3900 W River Pkwy

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $107,500. The most common annual income of people living in Saint Paul, MN is between $35k-100k. Most families are single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

16%
<35k
31%
35k-100k
30%
100k-200k
23%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

55%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
27%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

8%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic
  • NordstromNordstrom

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • SonicSonic
  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen

What do the neighbors drive?

  • LexusLexus
  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • Urban ContemporaryUrban Contemporary
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 165 Cretin Ave N

This home is located at 165 Cretin Ave N in Saint Paul, MN and zip code 55104 in the Merriam Park-Lexington-Hamline neighborhood. This 2,630 square foot home was built in 1913. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $485,000.

In February 2025 more than 54 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 40 were sold below. The number of listings in Saint Paul, MN increased by 15.5% between January and February 2025. In February 2025 median list price was $293,950 and the average listing age was 40 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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