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Saint Paul Park

Saint Paul Park

$335,658 Average Value
$211 Average Price per Sq Ft
24 Homes For Sale

Saint Paul Park offers small-town living on the Mississippi River

Saint Paul Park is a small Twin Cities suburb on the eastern banks of the Mississippi River. The area has more of a country feel than areas west of the river, and homebuyers are often drawn to its blend of open space and waterfront fun. People can sit down for a meal at several spots along Broadway Avenue, while convenient highway access makes the area appealing to commuters.

Some homes in Saint Paul Park back up to woods and open fields.
Some homes in Saint Paul Park back up to woods and open fields.
Yards in Saint Paul Park tend to be larger than those in the city.
Yards in Saint Paul Park tend to be larger than those in the city.
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What people often pay for ramblers and New Traditional homes

Many of Saint Paul Park's homes were built in the mid- to late 1900s, and buyers will find ramblers, split-level homes, bungalows and New Traditional houses spread throughout the area. Prices often fall between the mid-$100,000s and the mid-$500,000s. There are a handful of townhomes that can run from the lower $200,000s to the upper $300,000s. Some have HOA fees between $270 and $340 per month, and others don't have fees. Realtor and area native Mark Duffy, of Duffy Homes Group and Keller Williams Select, says houses in the city can be "a bit more country than homes on the other side of the river" and often sit on large lots. Tall trees are spread throughout the city, and some properties back up onto thick woods. The area tends to be less expensive than neighboring cities like Cottage Grove, as well as communities across the river like Inver Grove Heights.

There are many styles of homes in Saint Paul Park.
There are many styles of homes in Saint Paul Park.
There are several bungalows in Saint Paul Park.
There are several bungalows in Saint Paul Park.
There are ramblers in Saint Paul Park.
There are ramblers in Saint Paul Park.
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It's easy to get on the water, and there's plenty of space for sports

The Mississippi River shapes the city's outdoor life, with Lions Levee Park providing a boat launch and picnic areas by the water. It's also a popular spot for fishing. Riverside Park, overseen by the city and the National Park Service, is a nature study area on the Mississippi's backwaters. The park's trails run past native plants and limestone bluffs, and visitors can see plenty of birds and other wildlife. Each winter, the trails are open for snowshoeing and cross-country skiing. Heritage Park has lots of ball fields and sports courts as well as a playground.

Riverside Park is on the backwaters of the Mississippi River.
Riverside Park is on the backwaters of the Mississippi River.
Heritage Park's playground gets a lot of use.
Heritage Park's playground gets a lot of use.
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Drivers can quickly get to Saint Paul and Minneapolis

U.S. Highway 10 borders Saint Paul Park and connects with Interstate 494, helping drivers get across the Twin Cities. Saint Paul is around 15 miles away, and driving there can take 20-30 minutes during rush hour. Minneapolis is just over 20 miles away, or a 25- to 50-minute drive. Some people commute downtown for work, and others stay closer to home at places like the Marathon Petroleum Corporation oil refinery along the river.

Park High School serves the community.
Park High School serves the community.

Students fall under South Washington County Schools

Students are assigned to South Washington County Schools, a highly rated district. Park High School offers both Advanced Placement and International Baccalaureate courses. Hope Christian Academy is a private option for prekindergarten through 12th grade.

You can eat at Willie's Restaurant and other favorite spots

The community has several restaurants and bars to visit, with Broadway Avenue acting like a mini downtown. You can grab food at places like:

  • Park Cafe, an old-school diner that serves breakfast all day
  • Broadway Bar & Grill, a dive with daily specials and weekly trivia nights
  • Carbone's Pizzeria, a regional chain that serves Italian-American staples
  • Mik Mart, a family-run ice cream shop with more than 20 flavors to try
  • Willie's Restaurant, a casual bar and grill with American classics and Mississippi River views
People can shop for groceries at Hy-Vee in Cottage Grove or head across the river to browse Aldi and Cub.

Willie's Restaurant is an old-school bar and grill.
Willie's Restaurant is an old-school bar and grill.
Hy-Vee is a nearby grocery store option.
Hy-Vee is a nearby grocery store option.
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Saint Paul Park Heritage Days is a big draw

The city's events calendar is headlined by Saint Paul Park Heritage Days, a multiday August festival at Heritage Park that blends traditional activities like a parade with outhouse races and a mud volleyball tournament. The celebration has been held for more than 40 years. You can also attend Movies in the Park, a series of family and pet-friendly outdoor film screenings held each summer.

The Saint Paul Park Heritage Days festival offers pony rides and other activities.
The Saint Paul Park Heritage Days festival offers pony rides and other activities.
At the Saint Paul Park Heritage Days festival, food truck lines move quickly despite the crowds.
At the Saint Paul Park Heritage Days festival, food truck lines move quickly despite the crowds.
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Area Facts

Number of Homes
1,653
Number of Homes for Sale
24
Median Year Built
1963
Months of Supply
4.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,383
Significantly below the national average
1,934
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,740
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Saint Paul Park Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$2,150
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,800
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$2,800
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,150
Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,150

Demographics

Total Population
5,633
Median Age
38
Population Density
34 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$80,480
On par with the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$93,884

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.4%
College Graduates
18.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
29''
Average Winter Low Temperature
10°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
56''

Area Factors

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability®

40 / 100

Somewhat walkable

Walkability®

20 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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