Sold: Saint Paul MLS# 7011852
Sold
$260,000 (list price)
$291,000
Single Family: 1 Story
3 br • 2 ba • Built 1921
1,750 sqft • 0.194 acres
St. Paul schools
MLS# 7011852
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Property Description
Looking for a move-in-ready home in one of Saint Paul's most walkable neighborhoods? Welcome to 2291 Rockwood Avenue, a charming single-level rambler in the southern edge of Highland Park. With approximately 1, 700 finished square feet, three bedrooms, and one-and-a-half bathrooms on an easy one-floor layout, this is the rare home that lets you move in today and build equity on your own timeline.
Curb appeal greets you from the street with a tidy exterior, fresh landscaping, and a welcoming front deck made for morning coffee. Inside, the main level lives bright and comfortable right now. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the dining room and kitchen, where solid-wood cabinetry, a gas range, full-size appliances, and a peninsula breakfast bar provide genuine functionality and a natural gathering spot. The open, connected layout keeps the cook part of the conversation. Live in it as-is, then refresh the finishes and add value at your own pace.
Three comfortable bedrooms are located on the main level, each offering abundant natural light and generous closet space. A full bathroom with a tub-shower surround serves the main floor. You'll also appreciate the convenience of main-level laundry, complete with additional cabinetry and countertop space for folding, organization, and storage. For those needing an extra bedroom, the laundry area can be easily converted back to its original bedroom configuration, providing added flexibility to fit your needs.
Downstairs, the basement is a blank canvas. Utilities and a half-bath stub, the lower level nearly doubles your usable square footage and is ready for the future rec room, home gym, office, or additional bedrooms you have in mind. Finish it room by room and watch your investment grow.
Outside, a large back deck steps down to a deep, fully fenced backyard with a level lawn. There is plenty of room for gardening, play, pets, and summer gatherings. An attached one-car garage with built-in shelving adds parking, storage, and project space.
Location is everything, and this address delivers. Highland Park is one of Saint Paul's most sought-after neighborhoods, known for its walkability, mature tree-lined streets, and strong sense of community. From your front door, you can even walk to Sibley Plaza along West 7th, home to everyday conveniences including Aldi, Starbucks, and a variety of local shops and services.
You are also just minutes from the shopping, dining, and coffee destinations of Highland Village along Cleveland Avenue and Ford Parkway, the fairways of Highland Park Golf Course, and the scenic trails, river overlooks, and natural beauty of Hidden Falls Regional Park and the Mississippi River. The nearby Highland Bridge development continues to expand the area's appeal with additional parks, retail, restaurants, and gathering spaces.
Residents enjoy easy access to neighborhood parks, the Highland Park Library, community recreation facilities, and Saint Paul schools. For commuters, the location offers convenient access to downtown Saint Paul, downtown Minneapolis, MSP International Airport, Interstate 35E, and Highway 5, making it easy to stay connected to everything the Twin Cities has to offer.
Why buy at 2291 Rockwood Avenue? Because move-in-ready homes with this much upside, in a location this strong, do not last long. Settle in comfortably now, personalize over time, finish the basement when you are ready, and add real equity at your own pace. Whether you are a first-time buyer, a growing household, or an investor seeking a smart Highland Park opportunity, this single-level home checks the boxes.
At a glance: single-level rambler, three bedrooms, one and a half baths, roughly 1, 700 finished square feet, hardwood floors, gas range, main-level laundry, basement with finishing potential, attached one-car garage, large deck, and fully fenced backyard, all in the Highland Park area of Saint Paul, MN 55116.
Listing
Listing Status:
Sold
Contingency:
None
List Price:
$260,000
Sold Price:
$291,000
Sold Date:
07/17/2026
Price per sq ft:
$149
Property Type:
Single Family
City:
Saint Paul
Garage Spaces:
1
County:
Ramsey
Year Built:
1921
State:
MN
Property Style:
1 Story
Zip Code:
55116
Neighborhood/Area:
94
Subdivision Name:
Palisade Add To, Saint Pau
Interior
Bedrooms:
3
Bathrooms:
2
Finished Area:
1,750 ft2
Total Fireplaces:
0
Living Area:
1,750 ft2
Common Wall:
No
Appliances Included:
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Dryer
- Exhaust Fan
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Basement Details:
- Block
- Daylight/Lookout Windows
- Full
Exterior
Stories:
One
Garage Spaces:
1
Garage Dimensions:
16x24
Garage Size:
384 ft2
Air Conditioning:
Central Air
Foundation Size:
1,410 ft2
Fencing:
Chain Link, Full
Handicap Accessible:
None
Road Responsibility:
Public Maintained Road
Heating System:
Forced Air
Parking Features:
- Attached Garage
- Concrete
Unit Amenities:
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Deck
- Kitchen Window
- Main Floor Primary Bedroom
- Natural Woodwork
- Patio
Road Frontage:
- City Street
- Paved Streets
Roof Details:
- Age Over 8 Years
- Asphalt
- Pitched
Rooms
1/4 Baths:
None
Full Baths:
1
Half Baths:
1
3/4 Baths:
None
Bathroom Details:
- 1/2 Basement
- Main Floor Full Bath
Dining/Kitchen:
- Eat In Kitchen
- Informal Dining Room
Laundry:
- Gas Dryer Hookup
- In Basement
- Laundry Room
- Main Level
- Sink
- Washer Hookup
| Main Level | Size | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom | 5 x 8 | 40 |
| Deck | 23 x 20 | 460 |
| Den | 15 x 10 | 150 |
| Dining Room | 13 x 13 | 169 |
| Bedroom | 15 x 14 | 210 |
| Kitchen | 17 x 12 | 204 |
| Living Room | 17 x 12 | 204 |
| Porch | 12 x 9 | 108 |
| Bedroom 2 | 21 x 8 | 168 |
| Bedroom 3 | 10 x 11 | 110 |
| Basement Level | Size | Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|
| Bathroom | 8 x 12 | 96 |
| Recreation Room | 14 x 23 | 322 |
| Storage | 8 x 17 | 136 |
| Storage | 20 x 21 | 420 |
| Utility Room | 11 x 12 | 132 |
Lake & Waterfront
Waterfront Present:
N
Lot & Land
Acres:
0.194
Geolocation:
44.901874, -93.165947
Lot Dimensions:
145 x 61 x 145 x 59
Zoning:
Residential-Single Family
Lot Description:
- Public Transit (w/in 6 blks)
- Tree Coverage - Light
Schools
School District:
625
District Phone:
6517678100
Financial & Taxes
Tax Year:
2026
Annual Taxes:
$4,546
Lender-owned:
No
Assessment Pending:
No
Taxes w/ Assessments:
$4,902
Association Fee Required:
No
Association Fee:
None
Miscellaneous
Fuel System:
Natural Gas
Sewer System:
City Sewer/Connected
Water System:
City Water/Connected
Power Company Name:
Xcel Energy
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Disclaimer: The information contained in this listing has not been verified by TheMLSonline.com and should be verified by the buyer.