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

$181,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 960 sqft

785 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106

Payne Phalen
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Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 23, 2000 for $83,634

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$182K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-1.1%)
Since last year
Decreased$7K (-3.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$98K (+116.9%)
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 +76% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$181K
July 2026$183K
June 2026$184K
May 2026$182K
April 2026$181K
March 2026$181K
February 2026$179K
January 2026$179K
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
799 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.02
Single-Family Home
$220,000
12/19/25
3
1
989
840 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.11
Single-Family Home
$188,700
02/09/26
3
1
1,008
773 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.07
Single-Family Home
$205,000
06/09/26
3
1
1,236
772 Jessamine Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.10
Single-Family Home
$150,000
09/12/25
3
1
1,530
908 Lawson Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.27
Single-Family Home
$204,500
01/15/26
2
1
1,001
795 Case Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.19
Single-Family Home
$206,000
10/16/25
3
1
1,072
843 Jenks Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.17
Single-Family Home
$189,900
10/20/25
3
1
1,148
603 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.38
Single-Family Home
$182,000
10/10/25
2
1
905
892 Lawson Ave E, Saint Paul, MN
0.24
Single-Family Home
$207,000
11/04/25
3
1
990
911 Jenks Ave, Saint Paul, MN
0.28
Single-Family Home
$179,500
06/18/26
2
1
1,310

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
792 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.03
$185,000
2
1
930
For Sale
799 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.02
$220,000
3
1
989
Recently Sold
773 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.03
$114,200
3
1
1,155
Off Market
772 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.04
$190,100
3
1
1,190
Off Market
1058 Arcade St, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.08
$149,900
2
1
737
For Sale
1060 Arcade St, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.08
$254,400
4
2
1,544
Off Market
768 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.05
$219,800
3
1.5
1,410
Off Market
757 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.07
$213,100
3
2
1,168
Off Market
824 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.08
$215,000
3
2
1,002
Recently Sold
829 Lawson Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.11
-
2
2
782
Off Market
775 Magnolia Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.07
$306,400
4
2
2,680
Off Market
751 Lawson Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106
0.10
$190,000
4
1.5
2,064
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
1878
Living Area
960 sqft
Price/Sqft
$189
Parking
Garage

About this House

This recently remodeled home features a screened in front porch, brand new hardwood flooring throughout, and an updated kitchen with new countertops, cabinets, and tile. Both bedrooms are large, one has a built in wardrobe and the other has an attached bathroom. Close to downtown St. Paul and Lake Phalen!

Link to Video: https
www.youtube.com/watch?v=2i7UzhFT2v4

Utilities paid by resident: Gas, Electric, Water/Sewer, Trash, Cable & Telephone.

Call Darcy with PRO Realty Services at 612-547-9818 with questions or to schedule a showing!

Qualifications: Max occupants: 4. Must have satisfactory rental history, must pass criminal history background check, and must have documented income of 2.5 times the monthly rent, pets subject to approval, no recent evictions, the advertised rent for this unit exceeds the rent standard as published by the St. Paul Public Housing Agency. Please see detailed rental criteria on our application.

Rental Terms: Rent: $1,195, Application Fee: $50, Security Deposit: $1,195, Available Now
Contact us to schedule a showing.
785 Cook Ave E, Saint Paul, MN 55106 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 960 sqft single-family home in Payne Phalen, built in 1878. It last sold for $83,634 on Oct 23, 2000. More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2018 with an asking price of $1,195 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 16, 2018. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $181,500, with a rent estimate of $1,746/month.

Home Details for 785 Cook Ave E

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 4

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1878
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5000 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 16, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$1,195
Jan 19, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Rent
$1,195
Oct 23, 2000
Source: N/A
Sold
$83,634
Nov 19, 1999
Source: N/A
Sold
$65,250
May 2, 1993
Source: N/A
Sold
$32,500

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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    "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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    "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.
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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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 785 Cook Ave E

  • What is 785 Cook Ave E estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 785 Cook Ave E in Saint Paul, MN is $181,500.
  • What is the price history for 785 Cook Ave E?
    785 Cook Ave E in Saint Paul, MN last sold for $83,634 in October 2000.
  • 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 785 Cook Ave E have air conditioning?
    Yes, 785 Cook Ave E in Saint Paul, MN has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 785 Cook Ave E?
    The lot at 785 Cook Ave E in Saint Paul, MN is about 0.11 acres (5,000 sq ft).

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