$449,900

1685 Randolph Ave Saint Paul, MN 55105

$5,343
Closing credit¹
1,856 sqft
$242 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 1685 Randolph Ave

Rare side-by-side duplex in coveted Mac/Groveland neighborhood of St. Paul presents an exceptional opportunity for both homeownership and investment, ideally situated near Macalester College and St. Catherine University with convenient access to shopping, entertainment, and bus line. Each unit offers 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, an eat-in kitchen, hardwood floors, spacious bedroom closets, and private washer and dryer, ample private secure basement storage complemented by a double garage for shared use. Recent updates enhance its appeal, including interior wall and ceiling paint in unit 1683 (2021), and unit 1685 (2025), stairway carpet replacement in unit 1683 (2022), and unit 1685 (2025), refinished hardwood floors in unit 1683 (2022), and 1685 unit (2025), new front storm doors for both units (2023), and a modernized kitchen in unit 1683 with new cabinetry, flooring, countertops, stainless steel dishwasher, stove, and microwave, plus an updated breaker panel (2024). With the flexibility to live in one unit and rent out the other for income, this well-maintained property in a prime location is a versatile and attractive investment. Future additional income opportunities could be very successful by mid-term or short-term renting one unit as well due to the desirable neighborhood.

Highlights

Home typeDuplex
HeatingForced Air
StatusActive
Size1,856 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1950
ParkingDetached
MLS #6705942
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 6705942
  • MLS Name: NORTHSTAR
  • Office Name: eXp Realty

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 18, 2021
Home Sold
$412,000
Oct 29, 2003
Home Sold
$319,000
May 31, 2000
Home Sold
$200,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$409,900$6,362
2023$401,300$6,574
2022$408,200$6,046
2021$370,900$6,748
2019$340,800$7,084
2018$328,800$6,904
2017$310,200$6,394

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

EXPO for Excellence Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.5 mi

540 Warwick St

8

Horace Mann School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

2001 Eleanor Ave

6

Randolph Heights Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 mi

348 Hamline Ave S

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 $84,295. Most Saint Paul, MN residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is post secondary degree.

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 TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Similar homes for sale

This home is located at 1685 Randolph Ave in Saint Paul, MN and zip code 55105 in the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood. This 1,856 square foot home was built in 1950. Features: 0 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 23, 2025 and is currently priced at $449,900.

In March 2025 more than 79 listings in Saint Paul, MN were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 39 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 72 were sold below. The number of listings in Saint Paul, MN increased by 23.9% between February and March 2025. In March 2025, listings were on the market for 34 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $295,000.

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

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