653 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
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OFF MARKET

$230,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,242 sqft

653 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106

Payne Phalen
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 14, 2020 for $175,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$230K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$400 (+0.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$55K (+31.5%)
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 +53% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$230K
July 2026$231K
June 2026$235K
May 2026$236K
April 2026$234K
March 2026$231K
February 2026$230K
January 2026$227K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
687 Jenks Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.14
Single-Family Home
$179,000
09/15/25
3
2
1,016
668 Jessamine Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.09
Single-Family Home
$135,000
12/12/25
3
1.5
1,434
599 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.12
Single-Family Home
$149,100
09/16/25
3
2
1,500
606 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.11
Single-Family Home
$183,325
03/16/26
4
2
1,439
715 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.12
Single-Family Home
$295,000
04/02/26
3
2
1,496
763 Case Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.29
Single-Family Home
$180,000
10/28/25
3
2
1,132
762 Jenks Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.26
Single-Family Home
$200,000
12/23/25
3
2
1,350
773 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$205,000
06/09/26
3
1
1,236
701 Jenks Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.15
Single-Family Home
$217,500
03/06/26
3
1.5
1,865
609 Jessamine Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.16
Single-Family Home
$203,000
07/23/26
4
1
1,168

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
651 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.01
$259,300
4
3
820
Off Market
664 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.04
$194,700
3
1.5
1,260
Off Market
660 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.03
$283,900
5
3
1,865
Off Market
672 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.04
$204,000
3
1
1,341
Off Market
676 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.05
$230,500
3
2
2,370
Off Market
624 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55101
0.08
$325,000
6
4
2,464
Recently Sold
675 Lawson Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.07
$234,500
3
1.5
1,356
Off Market
671 LAWSON, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.08
-
-
-
-
Off Market
613 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55130
0.09
$319,500
6
2.5
2,792
Off Market
622 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55130
0.08
$222,200
4
1
1,600
Off Market
695 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.07
$460,700
6
4
3,208
Off Market
618 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55130
0.09
$300,000
4
2
2,743
Recently Sold

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
1884
Living Area
1,242 sqft
Price/Sqft
$185
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 653 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN. 653 Cook Ave E is in the Payne Phalen neighborhood in Saint Paul, MN and in ZIP code 55106. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,242 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 5009 sqft and was built in 1884.
653 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,242 sqft single-family home in Payne Phalen, built in 1884. It last sold for $175,000 on Oct 14, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $230,100, with a rent estimate of $2,149/month.

Home Details for 653 Cook Ave E

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.75Floors: Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1884
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5009 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Oct 14, 2020
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #5648095
Sold
$175,000
Aug 27, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$169,900
Jun 26, 2015
Source: NorthstarMLS as distributed by MLS GRID #4587324
Sold
$140,900
Apr 29, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$139,900
Apr 22, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$139,900

Market trends in Payne Phalen

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$244K
$12.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.8%
0.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$154
$0MoM
Available listings
93
1MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Payne Phalen
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What Locals Say about Payne Phalen

At least 167 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 88 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 84 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 61 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 59 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

  • 41 % Say it's quiet

  • 39 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 34 % Say there are community events

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  • Rigsy
    "Many green spaces to walk the dogs around, there are many lakes around that have walking paths around them. Lots of dog walkers and people are dog friendly. "
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  • Shawnya
    "We live in an area with wonderful green space of fields, community center, golf course, lake, bike, trails, and walking trails. Many families. Lots of activities at the community center."
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  • Shawnya
    "There are parks and fields nearby. Many bike paths and walkable areas. In our neighborhood, there are small lakes with paths around them, so lots of walking available. "
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  • Jesse Duckett
    "Don’t allow the dog to bark and pick up dog poop and the neighbourhood around will love that and do everything "
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  • Jesse Duckett
    "I living in this neighborhood for 3 years now and people are lovely and friendly with each others .I wouldn’t want to live anywhere else "
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  • Bethany Nomeland
    "Lots of cultural differences in this neighborhood. Cub foods near by. Near train tracks. Lots of fire works during the 4th. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I’ve just moved here and so far it seems nice. It’s very quiet, I’m enjoying my time. Clean gutters too."
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  • Trulia User
    "most of my neighbors are friendly but stay to themselves . They keep there yards up. seems to be if your dog gets loose alot of people go out there way to catch a loose dog and help. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I lived in this neighborhood most of my life and raised my children here. we all love it here. it's home. my"
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  • Trulia User
    "Quiet residential neighborhood, lots of families and great walking paths, golf, and water sports nearby at lake Phalen. "
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  • Nina R. E.
    "Not bad at all Lots of dog walking opportunities and neutral neighbors not terrible not amazing just average "
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  • Kyle
    "Many people in the neighborhood are out walking their dogs. just avoid Payne, Maryland, and Edgerton. "
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  • Shawnya
    "Lots of green space, and close to trails, golf course, playgrounds, biking trails, lake, fields at community center"
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  • Connie.williams1406
    "I’ve lived here for 25 years. I love my neighborhood. Love the parks, Lakes, farmers markets, dog parks, etc. public transportation available."
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  • Maggie
    "There is a lot of culture and things are very close together and accessible. Stores and gas stations are all over for conveniance and there are a lot of great parks"
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  • Lchurch22
    "It’s a wonderfully diverse neighborhood and despite a few people clinging to the past it’s progressive and welcoming. "
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  • Cheethao77
    "No issues in this neighborhood, dogs are walked all the time and everyone picks up after their dogs. "
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  • Lchurch22
    "Hmong community center egg rolls And flea market. Arlington hills community center is awesome. I find the best books at library "
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  • Cheethao77
    "We celebrate Independence Day with a neighborhood BBQ and potluck every year. Everyone looks out for each other."
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  • Ahammons40
    "I have been living here a long time it’s very beautiful homes and nice neighbors and it’s clean Everything is close by there’s really no traffic during rush hour nice local restaurants"
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  • Pang K.
    "There are nice neighbors, but people tend to keep to themselves and mind their own business. I’m a female and I go about errands and etc by myself. For the most part, I’ve always been okay. "
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  • Adam.schaberg
    "My daily commute is over an hour long because I drive from Saint Paul to Chanhassen, however, it’s very convenient to get places from my house. "
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  • Adam.schaberg
    "Growing arts community and vibrant family owned businesses are a staple for this neighborhood. It makes sense that people are moving here because homes are inexpensive and there is a lot of potential. "
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  • Adam.schaberg
    "There aren’t off-leash dog parks close but lots of big open parks for them to run around. Lots of homes have fenced in backyards. "
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  • Sheldon S.
    "Public transportation is great in the neighborhood. It’s a quick trip to downtown and there are great biking and walking trails in the area."
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  • Sheldon S.
    "National Night Out, lots of St Paul Parks & Rec events and get togethers, Harvest Festival Parade and events, Lighting of Sue’s Park Tree. "
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  • Troy R.
    "Always be vigilant and aware of your children's surroundings. Lots of nearby perks and trails to hang out with your kids, But I suggest not sitting then to roam alone. "
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  • Bethanyfinnern
    "A little rough. Bad streets, lots of crime. We hear gun shots regularly. Lots of people in poverty. Many people on our block don’t have cars and use shopping carts to go get groceries from the near by Cub."
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  • Cierab20
    "everything they do or have. that's what makes it special. They have great get togethers back to school events and things for all ages to enjoy. this a great community I live in "
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Frequently asked questions about 653 Cook Ave E

  • What is 653 Cook Ave E estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 653 Cook Ave E in Saint Paul, MN is $230,100.
  • What is the price history for 653 Cook Ave E?
    653 Cook Ave E in Saint Paul, MN last sold for $175,000 in October 2020.
  • Is Saint Paul a buyer's or seller's market?
    Saint Paul is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Saint Paul?
    The median sale price in Saint Paul is $244K. That is down $12.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 653 Cook Ave E have air conditioning?
    Yes, 653 Cook Ave E in Saint Paul, MN has air conditioning.
  • Does 653 Cook Ave E have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 653 Cook Ave E in Saint Paul, MN has in-unit laundry.

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