Address
1393 Keston Street, Saint Paul, MN
Price
$ 750,000
Property Attributes
  • ID#7126585
  • TypeSingle Family
  • Listing Status Active
  • CountyRAMSEY
  • CitySaint Paul
  • AreaSt Anthony Park North
  • NeighborhoodSt Anthony Park North
  • Zip55108
  • StyleSingle Family
  • Year Built1941
  • Taxes$ 9502
  • Price$ 750,000
  • Bedrooms4
  • Full Bathrooms2
  • Half Bathrooms0
  • Sqr Footage2200
  • Lot Size0.2 Acres
Data Source:
Northstar MLS (NSTAR)
Property Description

This beautifully preserved 1941 all-brick mid-century home offers a truly special combination of architectural character, thoughtful updates, and an unusually expansive yard. This home was built by Arvid E. Johnson — a Swedish-born local lumber yard owner — this all-brick home has been lovingly maintained by only three families. The current owners, the third family, have called it home for 50 years. Mid-century design touches are everywhere: elongated and bay windows bring in abundant light and carry the "bringing the outside in" theme, while the living, dining, and side rooms flow together in an open layout ahead of its time. Original light fixtures, hardware, and unpainted oak, white oak, and birch woodwork abound throughout. The main floor offers hardwood floors in a living room that is flooded with natural light, an elegant dining room with built-in cupboards and a working original chandelier, and a den addition (built by the Wickstroms) with wood paneling and built-in bookshelves — ideal as a family room or office. The kitchen features solid birch cabinets, a brand-new oven, and a lightly used dishwasher. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms. The primary bedroom features two walk-in closets and a bay window. The second bedroom has original wallpaper, while the spacious third bedroom offers both a walk-in and cedar closet, with adjacent attic space providing potential for a second primary suite. A fourth bedroom off the kitchen is in excellent condition with gorgeous wood paneling and an original-tile 3/4 bath. The basement recreation room, freshly painted, centers on a wood-burning fireplace with a turret-style surround and walks out to a large patio. A laundry room with commercial-grade Speed Queen units, a one-year-old furnace, a hobby room, and extra storage round out the level. Outside, low-maintenance perennial gardens and prolific raspberry bushes (the family collected over 100 cups this past June) complement a garage that fits an SUV plus storage and a two-car driveway. The entire home — every room, closet, and cupboard — was freshly painted in summer 2026. Just steps from Murry Field, College Park and the beloved "Village," with shops, cafés, and easy access to the U of M's St. Paul campus and transit. Come home to history, craftsmanship, and community in one of St. Paul's most storied homes.

Price History
9/9/2026 Listed $750,000

General Features

Living Area 2200
Sewer City Sewer - In Street
Heating Forced Air
Cooling None
Roof Age Over 8 Years,Asphalt
Appliances Chandelier,Dishwasher,Dryer,Gas Water Heater,Microwave,Refrigerator,Washer
Garage Spaces 1
Pool Features None
Construction Materials Block,Brick,Frame
Year Built 1941
Electric Circuit Breakers
Levels Two
Property Subtype Single Family
Tax Year 2025
Accessibility None
County Ramsey
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
HOA No
Contingency None
Subdivision Name St Anthony Park North
Directions Heading S on N Eustis St,turn left onto W Valentine Ave,turn right onto Keston St,home on right.
City Saint Paul
High School District St. Paul
Zoning Description Residential-Single Family
Lot Size Units Acres
Property Attached Y/N No
Land Lease Y/N No
Tax Annual Amount 9502
Additional Parcels Y/N No
Standard Status Active
Lender Owned No
Amenities Unit Hardwood Floors,Kitchen Window,Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet,Multiple Phone Lines,Natural Woodwork,Patio,Security Lights,Tile Floors,Walk-In Closet,Walk-Up Attic
PostalCity Saint Paul

Interior Features

Basement Block,Full
Fireplace Features Brick,Decorative,Family Room,Wood Burning
Basement (Y/N) Yes
Fireplace Y/N No
Above Grade Finished Area 1734
3/4 Baths 2
Laundry Features In Basement,Laundry Room
Total Bedrooms 4
Below Grade Finished Area 466
Total Baths 2
Bath Desc 3/4 Basement,Upper Level Full Bath
Dining Room Description Eat In Kitchen,Separate/Formal Dining Room
Fuel Electric,Natural Gas
Garage Square Feet 200

Exterior Features

Parking Features Attached Garage,Asphalt
Lot Features Public Transit (w/in 6 blks),Corner Lot,Tree Coverage - Heavy
Water Source City Water/Connected
Lot Size Area 0.2
Building Area Total 2200
Lot Dimensions 133x43x108x119
Waterfront Y/N No
Foundation Area 1301
Road Frontage Type City Street
Road Responsibility Public Maintained Road

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Single Family Average in 55108

Price
AVG $450K
$750K
Taxes
AVG $6,858
$9,502
Year Built
AVG 1930
1941
Visits
AVG 57
14
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®

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