1281 3rd St E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
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$399,900

Original price: $424,900
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,850 sqft

1281 3rd St E, Saint Paul, MN 55106

Dayton's Bluff
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Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$216
Climate Control
Forced Air & Central Air
Listed
45 days ago

Local Information

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

About this House

A rare opportunity to enjoy the charm of one of Saint Paul's classic neighborhoods without sacrificing the comfort and efficiency of modern construction. Built in 2017 on a hilltop lot overlooking scenic Johnson Parkway along Saint Paul's renowned Grand Round, this beautifully designed home blends timeless architectural character with today's open floor plan, modern finishes, and energy-efficient construction.
The spacious main level offers a bright living room, a welcoming front porch, and an inviting kitchen with white enamel cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, abundant storage, informal dining space, and durable luxury vinyl plank flooring. A main-floor bedroom, 3/4 bath with quartz vanity and tiled shower, and convenient laundry complete the level.
Upstairs you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, each featuring walk-in closets, a full bathroom with quartz countertop, and an impressive 15' x 15' loft-style family room that offers exceptional flexibility as a home office, media room, playroom, or could even be converted into an additional bedroom.
The unfinished lower level provides over 1,000 square feet of future expansion potential with an egress window already installed, rough-in plumbing for a future bathroom, and plenty of room to build equity.
Step outside to discover a backyard designed for entertaining and relaxation, featuring a massive patio, raised deck, colorful perennial gardens, beautiful landscaping, and a tranquil water feature. Perched above Johnson Parkway, the home enjoys scenic views while offering a surprisingly peaceful setting that feels removed from the bustle of the city.
Located in Dayton's Bluff with easy access to the Grand Round's walking and biking trails, restaurants, shopping, and countless Saint Paul amenities, this home truly offers the best of both worlds—modern living wrapped in classic neighborhood charm.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Master Key Real Estate, (763) 226-3367
Master Key Real Estate Co
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#7108728
Also Listed on NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 1281 3rd St E

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Block,Drain Tiled,Sump Pump,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Patio, Porch, Walk In Closet
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (three quarters): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1850 Square FeetFoundation Area: 1040
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Air-To-Air Exchanger, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), WasherDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry Closet,Lower Level,Main Level,Washer HookupMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp ServiceGas: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: None
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Age Over 8 YearsPatio / Porch: Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio, PorchFencing: Partial, Privacy
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Other Parking: Garage Dimensions (22 x 24), Garage Door Height (7), Garage Door Width (16)No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached Garage,Concrete,Garage Door Opener
Frontage
Road Frontage: City Street, Curbs, SidewalksResponsible for Road Maintenance: Public Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: PavedNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: City Sewer/Connected
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1850 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 45

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2017
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family
Building
Construction Materials: Block, Concrete, FrameNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 332922140060

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $399,900Price Per Sqft: $216

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Location

Direction & Address
City: Saint PaulCommunity: A Gotzians Re Of Sigels Add
School Information
High School District: St. Paul

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 7108728

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2890 Square Feet

HOA

No HOAHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4922.28 sqft

Offer

Contingencies: None

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 7108728Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1850Activation Date: Fri Jul 17 2026

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Neighborhood Overview

Dayton's Bluff
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What Locals Say about Dayton's Bluff

At least 96 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say parking is easy

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 51 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 51 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 35 % Say it's quiet

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 30 % Say people would walk alone at night

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Jesus Belandria
    "Lots of my neighbors have dogs. My whole block is millennial first time home buyers who have a dog or a cat. We often help each other with our pets"
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  • BlackIrish
    "Too much petty crime, the last year or so has been trending more and more towards more violent incidents. Anyone trying to earn and save to get out of here likely gets robbed and winds up having to live here in this stupid cycle a little longer. Best to just avoid it all together if you’re looking at property here. "
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  • Charlie F.
    "Great neighborhood for dog owners. The park is close. I grew up here, moved away and came back. It’s a nice little neighborhood that nobody knows about.....yet "
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  • Scott F.
    "I find the Trulia crime map accurate for my area. Quality of neighborhoods can change block to block. Look for areas with lower crime and less rental property for children to be able to connect with more stable neighbors. "
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  • Kmkuehn09
    "I would say it used to be a good neighborhood however now crime rate went up. Shootings and thieves are going around to close to home. "
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  • Illia9
    "I have lived here for years and find that the neighborhood is safe and friendly. Ultimately, the neighborhood looks out for each other and it is a great area to raise a family with young kids."
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  • Jayda K.
    "i lived in this neighborhood for years and it's not safe alot of gun violence fighting and drug dealers "
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  • Sondra M.
    "There are drug dealers and other criminals in the neighborhood. I don't feel safe and plan to move when my lease is up."
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  • Monica L.
    "It's fairly common to see people walking their dogs around here and numerous people have dogs in their fenced in yards."
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  • A_Trbek
    "Visiting from Canada, it is easy to see the benefits of Dayton’s Bluff and St. Paul, Mn. One highlight is the close proximity to schools and bussing. That, and the ability to walk to a variety of pub trivia locales (where I personally tend to thrive)"
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  • Rick M.
    "We were lucky to have some awesome neighbors our block was okay. it was the other blocks that made us want to leave"
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  • Benito R.
    "i've lived in this area nearly my whole life..I'm 40 now so quite some time. it is typically a nice,quiet,clean,well lit area. "
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  • Troy A.
    "i just live here , it have its good and bad. l do not know anyone in this area and i been living here for 2 years"
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  • Brian M.
    "Friendly convenient neighborhood with a great mix of residents, easy access to parks, downtown, and freeway. Lots of kids and seniors and great trails for walking dogs or riding bikes. Indian Mounds Park in particular is a hidden gem for affordable city living."
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  • Laurieestelahernandez
    "I like it out here I've been living in area about 10 or more yrs. I enjoy walks in the evenings and enjoy my surrounding have small store,laundry mat in the corner just everything around park down the street."
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  • Samantha
    "Where I currently live, there are a lot of trees which helps make it feel less city. I love how green everything gets."
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Market trends in Saint Paul

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$305K
$8.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$181
$2MoM
Available listings
818
7MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$397K
Since last month
Decreased$26K (-6.2%)
Since last year
Increased$95K (+31.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$180K (+83.1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +64% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$397K
July 2026$424K
June 2026$310K
May 2026$309K
April 2026$312K
March 2026$301K
February 2026$309K
January 2026$306K
2025
2024
2023
2020

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
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543 Gotzian St, Saint Paul, MN
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$225,000
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$287,000
08/03/26
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2
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556 Gotzian St, Saint Paul, MN
0.14
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$180,000
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2
2
1,262
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0.08
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$225,000
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1
1,108
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$253,500
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1,095
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0.21
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$255,000
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3
1
1,764

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1303 Fremont Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.08
$225,000
3
1
1,108
Recently Sold
1258 Fremont Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.05
$148,900
1
1
592
Off Market
1275 Fremont Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.06
$208,100
2
1
984
Off Market
1244 Fremont Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.07
$262,900
3
1
1,213
Off Market
1336 3rd St E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.12
$213,600
2
1.5
1,380
Off Market
509 Gotzian St, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.08
$288,200
3
1
1,661
Off Market
1310 4th St E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.11
$375,800
3
3.5
2,162
Off Market
1314 4th St E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.11
$289,100
4
2
1,376
Off Market
1318 4th St E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.12
$203,100
2
1
744
Off Market
1330 4th St E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.13
$190,000
2
1
644
Recently Sold
1351 3rd St E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.15
$326,900
8
3
2,964
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 12, 2026
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7108728
PriceChange
$399,900
Price decreased by 6%
Jul 17, 2026
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #7108728
Listed For Sale
$424,900
Aug 16, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$216,879
Apr 24, 2015
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4568061
Sold
$14,000
Mar 5, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$13,500

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Frequently asked questions about 1281 3rd St E

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1281 3rd St E?
    Based on a $399,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1281 3rd St E in Saint Paul, MN is approximately $2,600 (about $2,105 principal & interest, $420 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1281 3rd St E compare to homes in Saint Paul?
    1281 3rd St E in Saint Paul, MN is listed at $399,900, about 31% above the $305K median sale price in Saint Paul.
  • What do residents say about the Dayton's Bluff neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Dayton's Bluff neighborhood in Saint Paul, MN as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and well-kept. See homes for sale in Dayton's Bluff, Saint Paul.
  • What are the closest schools to 1281 3rd St E?
    The closest schools to 1281 3rd St E in Saint Paul, MN are Battle Creek Middle School (rated 2/10), Daytons Bluff Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 3/10), Harding Senior High School (rated 1/10).
  • Does 1281 3rd St E have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1281 3rd St E in Saint Paul, MN has air conditioning.
  • Does 1281 3rd St E have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1281 3rd St E in Saint Paul, MN has in-unit laundry.
1281 3rd St E, Saint Paul, MN 55106 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,850 sqft single-family home built in 2017. 1281 3rd St E is located in Dayton's Bluff, Saint Paul. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 14, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 7108728.