1237 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104
OFF MARKET

1237 Selby Ave
Saint Paul, MN 55104

Merriam Park
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,004 sqft

$272,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,726/mo*
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$272,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,726/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,004 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1904
Living Area
1,004 sqft
Price/Sqft
$272
HOA
None

Description

This Merriam Park charmer is nestled mere blocks from it all! Two spacious upper level bedrooms, complete with sizable closets and additional hallway storage. Your main level offers an updated kitchen with all stainless appliances, modern finishes throughout, and soaring 9-ft ceilings that are complemented by the abundant natural light. The existing 3-season porch and mudroom are just off the kitchen, ready for your vision! Unfinished lower level is currently purposed as a gym, in addition to laundry and storage. The poured concrete drive offers plenty of parking, and the foundation for a future garage has been poured, complete with rebar & utilities. Potential for an ADU on top of the garage to expand your space further, or with rentals in mind. Just a few blocks to all the things: 1 min to Pizza Luce & Yellowbird Coffee Bar, 2 mins to Concordia University, Whole Foods, and the shopping & dining on Snelling Ave, 5 mins to Allianz Field, 12 mins to MSP Airport. Welcome home!
1237 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,004 sqft single-family home in Merriam Park, built in 1904. It last sold for the $260,000 asking price on May 24, 2024. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2024 with an asking price of $1,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 11, 2024. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $272,900, with a rent estimate of $1,807/month.

Home Details for 1237 Selby Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partial,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Mud Room, Screened Porch
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1004 Square FeetFoundation Area: 568
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Underground UtilitiesAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In BasementMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service, Power Company: Xcel EnergyGas: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Levels: One and One HalfAccessibility: None
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural ShinglePatio / Porch: Rear Porch, ScreenedFencing: Partial, WoodFoundation: StoneNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageParking: Concrete,Other
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Road Frontage: City Street, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Storm SewerResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1004 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 15

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1904
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 032823120108

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $260,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri May 03 2024

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: Saint PaulCommunity: Anna E Ramsey Add
School Information
High School District: St. Paul

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1004 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4748.04 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: None

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 6508953Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1004Activation Date: Thu Apr 18 2024
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Erin Koch, (612) 229-5175
RE/MAX Results
Steve M Albers, (763) 229-9067
Bought with: Steve M Albers, (763) 229-9067, RE/MAX Results
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#6508953

Price History for 1237 Selby Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/11/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
07/09/2024$1,500Listed For RentZillow Rentals
06/29/2024ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
06/19/2024$1,500Listed For RentZillow Rentals
05/24/2024$261,000Sold
NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6508953
05/03/2024$260,000PendingNorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6508953
04/18/2024$260,000Listed For SaleNorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #6508953
02/12/2021$215,000Sold
NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5653061
01/21/2021$215,000PendingNorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5653061
01/12/2021$215,000Listed For SaleNorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5653061
11/09/2020$215,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/28/2020$215,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/22/2020$225,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/01/2009$35,000Sold
Lake Superior Area Realtors as distributed by MLS GRID #1010372
04/27/2009$40,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/04/2002$50,000Sold
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Market trends in Saint Paul

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$296K
$8.3KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$182
$1MoM
Available listings
822
35MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,998
Assessment$287,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1237 Selby Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
193 Griggs St N, Saint Paul, MN
0.03
Single-Family Home
$262,849
11/03/25
2
1
1,023
1247 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.02
Single-Family Home
$311,000
11/10/25
2
1
2,280
1125 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.23
Single-Family Home
$275,000
02/03/26
3
1
1,552
1309 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.15
Single-Family Home
$325,000
05/21/26
3
1
2,050
1259 Hague Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.07
Single-Family Home
$313,447
12/17/25
3
1.5
1,523
1176 Laurel Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.20
Single-Family Home
$420,000
08/18/25
3
1
1,276
1048 Marshall Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.40
Single-Family Home
$269,000
02/20/26
3
1
1,178
1257 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.04
Single-Family Home
$370,000
07/01/26
4
1.5
1,296
1447 Hague Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.43
Single-Family Home
$247,500
05/08/26
3
1
1,251

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Neighborhood Overview

Merriam Park
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What Locals Say about Merriam Park

At least 79 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 96 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 90 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 65 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 55 % Say it's quiet

  • 52 % Say car is needed

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 48 % Say there's wildlife

  • 46 % Say there are community events

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  • Trulia User
    "The streets are pedestrian friendly, but I don’t see many kids outside playing, unless it’s at a playground. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Busy streets, but easy dog walking and plenty of grass for them to do their business. "
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    "There are a lot of people in this neighborhood with dogs, always on leashes. I never see anyone not pick up after their dogs, neighbors and those walking by love to greet your dog, and you can typically find a water bowl at someone’s steps."
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    "I lived by Town and Country golf course and I loved it. Everything you need is very close by and easy to get to. The neighborhood is nice, well maintained and is surprisingly quiet. "
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    "Unsafe to walk alone at night especially closer to university. Its just fine around the schools, but other places in Merriam are not safe alone. Lock your cars or your stuff WILL get stolen. "
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  • Dylan G.
    "There are a lot of sidewalks and lots of green space. There are several blocks that aren’t busy where cars aren’t zooming by. There aren’t too many public trash cans, so carrying poop bags could get tiring."
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  • Jean.cerkovnik
    "Tons of great parks within walking distance! SPPS is wonderful. Lots of local activities and resources for kids."
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  • Jean.cerkovnik
    "Lots of small businesses and wonderful green spaces. Great place to go for walks and be outdoors. Quick walk to trails and river!"
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  • Jean.cerkovnik
    "Lots of community neighbor and business supported get togethers. Community involvement is great and neighbors seem to know each other more than in other places I’ve lived."
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  • Caroline H.
    "The commute is fine. It’s pretty much in the middle of the city, so it isn’t too bad wherever you commute to. "
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  • Cliff S.
    "variety of neighborhoods no matter! it fun to see all ages play together. everyone works together for the same common good and purpose. "
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  • Heartoftwincities
    "And restaurants. Keeps getting better. Gas and groceries within a mile. Center of the twin cities! Everything is close at hand, helps to have a vehicle, but bus lines are ⎌handy."
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  • Heartoftwincities
    "Sidewalks everywhere. Friendly neighbors. Don’t forget to pick up your dogs poop, except in the winter."
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  • Patrickgraham66
    "Safe neighborhood, good schools, bike friendly. Close to many great shopping and grocery options. Ea"
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  • Machergosky
    "There isn't a whole lot of green space, and I'm not really sure about the quality of the local schools."
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  • Camillerodden
    "Not bad to mpls at all, about a 7 minute drive. Lots of food and shops in the area. Great neighborhood for trick or treating. Not many parks in the area however it’s always been nice walking. "
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  • Nicole
    "I work from home so I have no commute. Very easy area to get around though with it being in close proximity to so many major roadways."
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  • Swanson.djw
    "Easy freeway access and close to mass transit. Roads are in tough shape but looks like Ayd Mill will finally be repaved. Commute to both downtowns is approximately 10 minutes. The neighborhood is very socioeconomically diverse which is pleasing. "
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  • golfguy
    ""Flamingo Fridays" where neighbors host happy hour memorial day to labor day. Whoever has the flamingo displayed in their front yard is hosting."
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  • Molly W.
    "Dog walkers everywhere, the greenway on Summit is a great place for a walk. They open the town and country club during the winter as a recreation and dog park, which is amazing. Just don’t tell too many people!"
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  • Letitia j. H.
    "Seen if the neighbor is dog friendly or not and people friendly or not and the people in the neighborhood "
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  • Mj w.
    "I have lived here all my life and I’ll be 60 in a month. I love the neighborhood and all the Catholic Church’s and this is what communities look like! You know your neighbor’s and there friends. And the back yard parties with family and friends. I love this community, the children and all the College kids!!"
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  • Tessa L.
    "Great area that has with residential and Urban charm. It has Grand Avenue perks and has a wide range of age demographics with all the colleges and family homes. "
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  • Mary O.
    "Close to everything buses shopping."
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  • icehockey14
    "This neighborhood is amazing. The location is incredible. You are close to everything and just minutes (5 & 7 depending upon traffic) from either downtown. "
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  • icehockey14
    "This neighbor hood is an excellent place for families!!! You have access to just about everything you could want. And you are minutes (5 & 7 depending upon traffic) from either downtown!"
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