$250,000

851 Watson Ave Saint Paul, MN 55102

$2,969
Closing credit¹
4 beds
1 full
1,218 sqft
$205 / sqft
House

Property details

About 851 Watson Ave

Welcome home to this beautiful 1921 Craftsman located in the heart of Saint Paul’s dynamic West Seventh neighborhood. This 4 bedroom, 2 bath home lives larger than its square footage displays. Step through lush herb and flower gardens onto the inviting front porch—perfect for morning coffee. Inside, you're greeted by glowing wood floors, rich original woodwork, and sunlit windows that bring in warmth. The main level offers two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and thoughtful details like a classic linen closet built-in. The kitchen is both functional and charming, featuring a large butler’s pantry ideal for extra storage and prep space. Off the kitchen is a convenient entry way for more storage and shoes as well as a small rear porch, perfect for wiping your feet upon entry! Upstairs, you’ll find two more bedrooms, a bright 3/4 bathroom and a ductless mini split to keep you living comfortably throughout the warmer months. The clean, unfinished lower level includes a bonus 1/4 bath and offers ample space for storage or future potential. Outside, enjoy your own urban oasis with raised bed gardens. A one-car garage adds convenience to this city home. The house includes a 5.8 kW PV (solar) rooftop system that has yielded an average energy savings of approximately $40 per month over the last year. Just steps from cafes and parks, this home offers the best of neighborhood living with easy access to downtown. Come see!!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingSteam
StatusActive
CoolingDuctless
Size1,218 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1921
ParkingDetached
MLS #6688266
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached
  • Heating: Steam
  • Cooling: Ductless
  • List Price: $250,000
  • Price/SqFt: $205
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,880
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: From West Seventh Street, North on Victoria Street South, East on Watson to home.
  • Year Built: 1921
  • Living Area: 1,218 SqFt
  • MLS Number: 6688266
  • MLS Name: NORTHSTAR
  • Office Name: Anderson Realty

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851 Watson Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102 - view of front facade with a vegetable garden and a sunroom

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 26, 2016
Home Sold
$200,100

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$255,100$3,880
2023$251,800$3,972
2022$222,400$2,988
2021$198,700$3,138
2019$183,000$3,154
2018$163,900$2,880
2017$152,200$2,598

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

4

Adams Magnet Elementary School

Public Magnet KG-5

0.3 mi

615 Chatsworth St S

8

Nova Classical Academy Lower School

Public Charter KG-5

0.5 mi

1455 Victoria Way

2

Global Arts Plus Lower

Public Magnet PK-4

0.9 mi

1023 Osceola Ave

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 $45,642. Typical income of Saint Paul, MN residents is between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

38%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
17%
100k-200k
3%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

52%
Single, No Kids
15%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
14%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
7%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • TennisTennis
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • Banana RepublicBanana Republic

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • Jack In The BoxJack In The Box

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • BMWBMW
  • ToyotaToyota

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • JazzJazz
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
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Frequently asked questions

About 851 Watson Ave

The listing price of 851 Watson Ave property is $250,000.

The property 851 Watson Ave is a house located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55102.

Active Listing: 851 Watson Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 851 Watson Ave are: Adams Magnet Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Nova Classical Academy Lower School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Global Arts Plus Lower (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Global Arts Plus Upper (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), St. Paul School of Northern Lights (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Highland Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Nova Classical Academy Upper School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Cyber Village Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Central High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,880 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 26, 2016 for $200,100 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 851 Watson Ave has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 851 Watson Ave is 1,218 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 851 Watson Ave is 1921.

This home is located at 851 Watson Ave in Saint Paul, MN and zip code 55102 in the West Seventh neighborhood. This 1,218 square foot home was built in 1921. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 28, 2025 and is currently priced at $250,000.

While more than 96 listings in Saint Paul, MN in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 31 listings sold at asking price, and more than 58 were sold below. The number of homes for sale in Saint Paul, MN increased by 17.9% between March and April 2025. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $296,232, while the average time on the real estate market was 30 days.

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

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