NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1272 James Ave Saint Paul, MN 55105

Macalester-Groveland Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $398,000 - $480,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,589 Sq Ft
$282/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 24, 2025

Last sale price $447,800 $282 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $2,895 / mo

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Central Senior High School Rated A-
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of July 2025

OFFERS DUE 4PM Saturday June 21. Nestled in the heart of Macalester-Groveland, this beautifully maintained home blends timeless charm with thoughtful updates. A cozy front porch welcomes you in, perfect for morning coffee or quiet evenings. Inside, you'll find sun-filled spaces, refinished hardwood floors, and beautiful original woodwork. The main level features a cozy living room, formal dining with classic built-ins, and fully remodeled kitchen with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar and tile backsplash—both functional for everyday living and perfect for entertaining. Upstairs offers three comfortable bedrooms and a stylishly updated 3⁄4 bath. The finished lower level adds great flexibility with a gas fireplace, full bath with separate claw foot tub and shower, and laundry—perfect as a family room or fourth bedroom. Enjoy unbeatable walkability to local favorites like Trader Joe’s, The Nook, and Boulangerie Margueritte. Just steps from Randolph Heights Elementary, Edgcumbe Rec Center, Cretin-Derham Hall, and close to Grand Avenue. This home truly has it all—character, comfort, and a location you’ll love.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jennifer Dunn

Coldwell Banker Realty Brokerage Phone: 651-334-1761 Listed on: 06/17/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Sean Dunn

Coldwell Banker Realty Brokerage Phone: 651-334-1761

Last Buyer's Agent

Sue Nelson

Edina Realty, Inc.

Edina Realty, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,900

Year Built

  • Built in 1916

Lot Details

  • 4,704 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 124x38x124x38
  • Wood Fence
  • Few Trees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Sump Pump
  • Basement Window Egress

Additional Features

  • Porch
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lexington Park 8 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 102823130200

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,900

Year Built

Built in 1916

Lot Details

4,704 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Accessibility Features: None
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Water Source: City Water/Connected
  • Year Built: 1916
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1100
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • FractionalOwnershipYN: No
  • Rental License?: No
  • Attribution Contact: 651-334-1761
  • Attribution Contact: 651-334-1761
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: Egress Window(s), Finished, Sump Pump
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Living Area: 1589
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 489
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Dining Room Type: Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Family Room, Laundry, Utility Room, Porch

Beds/Baths

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Neighborhood: Macalester-Groveland
  • PatioPorchType: Covered,Enclosed,Front Porch,Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
  • Fuel: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: St. Paul
  • SchoolDistrictPhone: 651-767-8100

Lot Info

  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
  • Lot Size: 124x38x124x38
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4704.48
  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Features: Some Trees
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Zoning Description: Residential-Single Family
  • AssessmentPending: No
  • Yearly/Seasonal: Yearly

Building Info

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 102823130200
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5900
  • TaxWithAssessments: 5900.0000

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 17, 2025
Closed on
Jul 18, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Dunn
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sue Nelson
Edina Realty, Inc.
List Price
$400,000
Sold Price
$447,800
Premium/Discount to List
$47,800
11.95%
Views
80
Current Estimated Value
$448,380

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$580
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.14%
Original Mortgage
$358,240
Outstanding Balance
$357,632
Interest Rate
6.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$90,748

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2022
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$288,400
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 26, 2019
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$292,125
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 2002
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$447,800 Titlesmart
$500 Dec Frank P
$307,500 Titlesmart Inc
$195,500 --
$112,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $358,240
Previous Owner $288,400
Previous Owner $292,125
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/24/2025 07/24/25 Sold $447,800 +12.0% $282 / Sq Ft
06/26/2025 06/26/25 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2025 06/19/25 For Sale $400,000 -- $252 / Sq Ft
Source: NorthstarMLS

Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $5,680 $400,700 $102,300 $298,400
2023 $5,680 $369,800 $102,300 $267,500
2022 $4,918 $363,400 $102,300 $261,100
2021 $4,826 $310,600 $102,300 $208,300
2020 $5,180 $315,600 $102,300 $213,300
2019 $5,324 $315,100 $102,300 $212,800
2018 $4,500 $319,300 $102,300 $217,000
2017 $3,762 $281,400 $102,300 $179,100
2016 $3,882 $0 $0 $0
2015 $3,702 $246,400 $93,000 $153,400
2014 $3,654 $0 $0 $0
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jennifer Dunn

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Jennifer Dunn

    Coldwell Banker Burnet

    (651) 334-1761

    13 in this area

    152 Total Sales

    Jennifer Dunn
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  • Sean Dunn

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Sean Dunn

    Coldwell Banker Burnet

    (651) 373-4778

    13 in this area

    133 Total Sales

    Sean Dunn
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  • Sue Nelson

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Sue Nelson

    Edina Realty, Inc.

    (612) 961-7344

    1 in this area

    104 Total Sales

    Sue Nelson
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Map

Source: NorthstarMLS

MLS Number: 6736707

NorthstarMLS

APN: 10-28-23-13-0200

Minnesota Ramsey County Saint Paul 55105 Macalester-Groveland

1272 James Ave, Saint Paul, MN

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