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697 5th St E

St. Paul MN 55106

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2760 sq. ft.
0.14 ac.
Duplex
Last sold for $231,500
Melissa MoundMelissa Mound, last sold this property on 08 September 2025 after 38 days on market.

Overview

OFFER DEADLINE, multiple offers received - seller is requesting all offers be submitted by Thurs. Aug 7th, 5:00 pm***Welcome to this turnkey up/down duplex located in a well-established St. Paul neighborhood known for its charm, mature trees, and strong community feel. This property presents a fantastic opportunity for both investors and owner-occupants, offering 2 move-in-ready units with a blend of modern updates and original character. Both units have updated white subway tile bathrooms with custom-built cedar vanities, and new windows (2017), enhancing energy efficiency and natural light. Tenants are responsible for heat, electricity, and cable/internet, while the landlord covers remaining utilities and expenses, making this an easy-to-manage investment. The lower-level unit features a spacious 2-bedroom layout with hardwood floors and a recently remodeled kitchen that includes granite & butcher block countertops, a dishwasher, and a microwave with an integrated exhaust fan. Just off the kitchen, a private porch provides direct access to the backyard, making it a perfect spot for entertaining or enjoying outdoor space. Upstairs, the second 2-bedroom unit includes a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet and original hardwood floors throughout. The updated kitchen is both stylish and functional, showcasing a mahogany backsplash, open shelving, and a range with hood. A private porch off the kitchen offers a quiet place to relax and enjoy the outdoors. Additional amenities include a 1-car garage ideal for storage, 1 designated off-street parking space per unit, a spacious shared backyard, storage lockers, and shared laundry facilities in the basement. This well-maintained duplex offers strong rental potential and the flexibility to live in one unit while renting the other. Don’t miss this versatile, income-generating property!

Features

1 carspace
1 garage space
2760 sq. ft. floor area
0.14 ac. lot size
Duplex

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar duplexes sold in St. Paul over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 697 5th St E is $270k.

Median value
$270k
Estimated value range
$129.5k - $650k
Median days on market
38
Estimated value trend
-4%
decrease over the last 12 months
Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in St. Paul. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 697 5th St E

2025
Sold
$231,500
08 Sep 2025 by Melissa Mound, of Edina Realty, Inc.
2016
Sold
$125,000
07 Jun 2016
2010
Sold
$50,000
03 Feb 2010 by Corey Mc Cracken, of Re/Max Prodigy

Happy sellers in St. Paul

97%
97% of sellers in St. Paul reported that their sale price either exceeded or met their price expectations.

St. Paul stands out for consistently delivering exceptional satisfaction and strong market results for homeowners.

This is based on voluntary sentiment collected from 6 reviews in St. Paul over the last 12 months.

Local market activity for duplexes in St. Paul

In the last 12 months, 35 duplexes similar to 697 5th St E, have been sold.

This represents a 36% increase in duplexes sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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