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Historic landmarks, trendy restaurants and annual festivals
Between the Twin Cities, Minneapolis is arguably the flashier of the two — larger and more modern, with businesses opened late into the night. However, this doesn't mean potential homeowners should overlook its counterpart, Saint Paul, which locals describe as the city "you settle down in." Residents experience a more peaceful, slower-paced lifestyle in Saint Paul while still having access to city amenities. Downtown, in particular, is packed with a mix of different restaurants and businesses and gives residents a glimpse into the past with its historic architecture and landmarks. Events are held weekly, ranging from yoga at Union Depot to live Jazz music at the Minnesota History Center. Realtor and owner of Kilt Real Estate, Francesco Marraffa, says, "Many of my clients are looking for those beautiful condos close to a lot of amenities, and that's exactly what downtown offers." Marraffa also adds that Downtown is diverse and fits everyone's needs: "You get anything from empty nesters to couples looking to start out." Homebuyers can expect to pay between $100,000 to $550,000 for a place in Downtown.
The Landmark center is an iconic piece of architecture overlooking Downtown St. Paul.
Downtown St. Paul is a mix of historic and modern buildings.
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Fancy and casual dining options
Living in Downtown means accessing some of the best shopping, dining, and retail Saint Paul offers. According to Marraffa, "There's so many options for food and bars, you can try something new every week." He personally recommends French restaurant Meritage, which he describes as "a fun dining experience — great oysters with an interesting cocktail menu." For a more casual vibe, residents can try out Saint Paul Brewery, which serves seasonal specials, pizza and craft beer. Lunds & Byerlys is the go-to for many residents for groceries, but Marraffa says, "shopping can be all done downtown using the smaller stores or the farmers market when it's in season!"
Pillbox Tavern is a great hit for food, the bar and for watching sports.
The Loon Addict Special is the most popular sandwich at The Loon Cafe in Downtown St. Paul.
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Attend a concert, hockey game or play
Residents can choose from various entertainment options, such as open mic night, pilates, ballet, a cave tour, and much more. For a comprehensive list, residents can go on the Visit Saint Paul website, which has an events calendar. Major celebrations include the Saint Patrick's Day Parade, a long-standing tradition since 1967, and the Winter Carnival, which attracts over 100,000 visitors annually. Other significant attractions are the Fitzgerald Theatre, the oldest active theatre space in the Twin Cities, the Minnesota Children's Museum, and the Science Museum of Minnesota. For sports, fans flock to the Xcel Energy Center to watch Minnesota Wild Hockey games. Bordering the Mississippi River is The Art District, which features local artists, musicians, and cuisine.
Xcel Energy Center hosts many mainstream events in its Downtown Saint Paul arena.
Fitzgerald Theatre is the oldest active theatre space in the Twin Cities.
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Condo living in Downtown
Downtown properties consist of charming brown & red brick and modern glass condos. While there aren't many high-rises, residents can still expect to glance out their windows and overlook parts of the city. Residents can check out units at Pointe of St. Paul Condominiums, City Walk Condominiums, or Gallery Tower to get the best view. Prices start at $100,000 for a studio and go up to $550,000 for larger or newly renovated units. Because this neighborhood is in the city, the majority of residents rent, making up about 72% of the population. The remaining 28% are homeowners.
Downtown St. Paul currently is building for new apartment complexes throughout the City.
Condominiums can be the perfect place to live for locals working in the Downtown area.
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Preparing for college at Como Park High School
Families can send their children to schools in the neighborhoods bordering Downtown. Children can begin their education at Bruce Vento Elementary School, which earns a C rating from Niche. Students can then continue at Capitol Hill Magnet School and Como Park High School, which receive B-plus and B-minus grades. Como Park High School has one of the most comprehensive AP programs out of the St. Paul Public Schools, offering more courses than any high school in the city. The high school also implements AVID as part of its curriculum for students interested in enrolling in a college-readiness program.
Bruce F. Vento Elementary School has over 400 students in grades PK-5th.
Como Park Senior High School has over 1,000 students in grades 9-12th.
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From Snoopy to ice palaces at Rice Park
Since being gifted to the city in 1849, Rice Park has remained as one of the city's most important gathering spaces. Historical and cultural buildings surround the park, such as the Landmark Center, Downtown Central Library, and Saint Paul Hotel. Some highlights are the water fountain, bandstand and sculptures of the characters from the Peanuts cartoon, such as Snoopy. When it gets cold, Rice Park serves as one of the venues for the Saint Paul Winter Carnival, and residents can expect to see an Ice Palace in the square, which is built as part of the festivities.
Statues of the Peanuts characters can be found throughout Rice Park.
St. Paul-born author F. Scott Fitzgerald is commemorated in front of the Landmark Center.
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Getting around with the Metro Transit
The Metro Transit goes to multiple stops scattered throughout the city. Residents can use the Go-To Card for maximum route flexibility or enjoy the special Downtown Zone fare of $0.50. The Metro Transit website also helps commuters find carpooling options and guidance on bicycle travel. When experiencing colder temperatures, Downtown residents use the Skyway System, a fully enclosed walkway that covers 47 blocks. For drivers, metered street parking and select lots are available in addition to resident parking garages.
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Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain
17 min drive
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Wall St & 7th St & 6th St
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Robert St & 10th St E
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Rice St & Fuller Av
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5th St & Minnesota St
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11th St W & St Peter St
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Robert St & 6th St & 5th St
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University Ave E & Valley Apt # 261
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Downtown Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown, Saint Paul sell after 98 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown, Saint Paul over the last 12 months is $198,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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