300 Van Buren Avenue Saint Paul, MN 55103

$225,000
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3 Beds  |  1 Baths  |  1,117 Sq Ft  |  Single Family  |  MLS # 7166026
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  • Welcome HOME to this 1923 built Memory Maker on Van Buren in the Frogtown Neighborhood!
    Welcome HOME to this 1923 built Memory Maker on Van Buren in the Frogtown Neighborhood!
  • Owner Joanne spent thousands to ensure this home was ready for the next owner. Within the last 12 years or so, nearly all new windows, siding, roofing, soffit, gutters, etc. Joanne even added an extra wide 1 stall garage in 2006.
    Owner Joanne spent thousands to ensure this home was ready for the next owner. Within the last 12 years or so, nearly all new windows, siding, roofing, soffit, gutters, etc. Joanne even added an extra wide 1 stall garage in 2006.
  • Front Porch will be perfect in your hands with your plans! Seller Joanne did not use as so much but did update the windows here as well. What would you create with such a cool space?
    Front Porch will be perfect in your hands with your plans! Seller Joanne did not use as so much but did update the windows here as well. What would you create with such a cool space?
  • Main Floor Living Room towards Kitchen. Such a terrific flow from the Front Porch to the Kitchen. Note the original woodwork and the updates that perfected the home!
    Main Floor Living Room towards Kitchen. Such a terrific flow from the Front Porch to the Kitchen. Note the original woodwork and the updates that perfected the home!
  • Living Room. A nice wide space for gathering.
    Living Room. A nice wide space for gathering.
  • Living Room with quick access to the Front Porch.
    Living Room with quick access to the Front Porch.
  • Semi-formal Dining Room. This space could accommodate a much larger table to entertain. How would you fill the space? Look at the all the original woodwork you could never get in a home built today!
    Semi-formal Dining Room. This space could accommodate a much larger table to entertain. How would you fill the space? Look at the all the original woodwork you could never get in a home built today!
  • Semi-formal Dining Room. Great space here for added cabinetry or hutches! Can you imagine this home with some period correct pieces you collect over time?
    Semi-formal Dining Room. Great space here for added cabinetry or hutches! Can you imagine this home with some period correct pieces you collect over time?
  • Semi-formal Dining Room to Living Room to Full Bathroom.
    Semi-formal Dining Room to Living Room to Full Bathroom.
  • Kitchen. Seller updated the original cabinetry in the 70's but did a refresh not so long ago with granite counters, LVP & paint. So much potential here to make your own.
    Kitchen. Seller updated the original cabinetry in the 70's but did a refresh not so long ago with granite counters, LVP & paint. So much potential here to make your own.
  • Kitchen with gas stove.
    Kitchen with gas stove.
  • Kitchen with view to back door and deck space!
    Kitchen with view to back door and deck space!
  • Main Floor Bedroom #1. Could serve as a Primary if you want to be on main.
    Main Floor Bedroom #1. Could serve as a Primary if you want to be on main.
  • Main Floor Bedroom #1.
    Main Floor Bedroom #1.
  • Main Floor Bedroom #2.
    Main Floor Bedroom #2.
  • Main Floor Bedroom #2.
    Main Floor Bedroom #2.
  • Hallway leading to Bedroom #1 and Bathroom on right. Also, check out the original built-ins!
    Hallway leading to Bedroom #1 and Bathroom on right. Also, check out the original built-ins!
  • Main Floor Full Bathroom.
    Main Floor Full Bathroom.
  • Multi-use space. Could be full Primary with lounging space.
    Multi-use space. Could be full Primary with lounging space.
  • Bedroom #3.
    Bedroom #3.
  • Full upstairs could serve as a spacious Primary.
    Full upstairs could serve as a spacious Primary.
  • Full Upstairs. This could serve as an upper Family Room., Craft Room, Reading Nook, Gaming Space, etc.
    Full Upstairs. This could serve as an upper Family Room., Craft Room, Reading Nook, Gaming Space, etc.
  • Quaint sleeping space or ???
    Quaint sleeping space or ???
  • Quaint sleeping space or?
    Quaint sleeping space or?
  • Untapped potential in basement. Completely unfinished for you to create in time and add value to your home.
    Untapped potential in basement. Completely unfinished for you to create in time and add value to your home.
  • Blank canvas for you to work with. Check out the next pic for a virtual created idea!
    Blank canvas for you to work with. Check out the next pic for a virtual created idea!
  • Can you imagine the completed basement? This Ai generated photo is simply a start.
    Can you imagine the completed basement? This Ai generated photo is simply a start.
  • Unfinished Basement could provide another 800+ finished square feet!
    Unfinished Basement could provide another 800+ finished square feet!
  • Laundry Center. Both machines have had little use the past year. All lookout windows were updated thus the basement has much natural light during the day.
    Laundry Center. Both machines have had little use the past year. All lookout windows were updated thus the basement has much natural light during the day.
  • Unfinished Basement. Owner had maintained this home having updated the furnace and a/c within the past few years.
    Unfinished Basement. Owner had maintained this home having updated the furnace and a/c within the past few years.
  • Front Porch. Can you imagine sprawling out on a lazy fall day?
    Front Porch. Can you imagine sprawling out on a lazy fall day?
  • Front Porch. Plenty of space to work with. What would you do?
    Front Porch. Plenty of space to work with. What would you do?
  • Backyard towards home. Great deck space off Kitchen. Efficient city lot that will not take long to care for. Perennials and bushes compliment the exterior. Fully fenced back too!
    Backyard towards home. Great deck space off Kitchen. Efficient city lot that will not take long to care for. Perennials and bushes compliment the exterior. Fully fenced back too!
  • Garage - Parking Pad towards home.
    Garage - Parking Pad towards home.
  • View towards backyard from side.
    View towards backyard from side.
  • Main Floor Plan
    Main Floor Plan
  • Basement Floor Plan. This is where you can really add value to your home!
    Basement Floor Plan. This is where you can really add value to your home!
  • Upper Floor Plan. Great space if you are looking for your own suite.
    Upper Floor Plan. Great space if you are looking for your own suite.
  • Available for the 1st time since the 1930's! This bungalow has been meticulously maintained and now looking for the one to take it another decade or more!
    Available for the 1st time since the 1930's! This bungalow has been meticulously maintained and now looking for the one to take it another decade or more!
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Welcome HOME to 300 Van Buren within the vibrant Frogtown area! Available to the public for the 1st time since the 1930’s, do not miss this CLASSIC Craftsman Bungalow that has been lovingly cared for with investments that will save you THOUSANDS! The CHARM of this 3 bed 1 bath home hits curbside & continues w/ the CLASSIC details upon entry. Picture relaxing w/ book & coffee enjoying the changing seasons on the front porch OR rear deck! The main floor provides ample space for living & entertaining featuring an efficient Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, 2 Bedrooms & Full Bath. If you desire a home with vintage details, check the woodwork, narrow strip hardwood floor, built-ins and hardware. These are details that simply are not found in newer homes. Venture upstairs and take in the finished upper-level suite that was finished with design pieces that are cohesive with the original build. If you do not need a 3rd Bedroom, this would be a great space for crafting, gaming, office or library. Downstairs? COMPLETE CLEAN EQUITY BUILDER! This is your untapped potential to add 800+ finished square feet! Recent updates to the basement provide peace of mind & future money savings with a full draintile system. Warranty transfers & allows you to create your space as you desire. What would you add? Over the years, owner updated the Siding, Roofing, Windows, Soffit, Window Wraps, A/C, Furnace, AND the garage! How much MONEY did this just save YOU? $75,000+++ or MORE! Outside, enjoy a fully fenced side & backyard to keep at bay those you love. A mixture of leaf bearing trees, shrubs & perennials provide a beautiful landscape. Idyllic location to downtown St. Paul, shops, entertainment, workout, & worship, Home is less than 10 Minutes to Como Lake/Park/Zoo. Love the State Fair? Extremely close as well! DO NOT MISS 300 Van Buren for the Timeless character + life enhancing location = 1 GREAT HOME!


Listing courtesy of James "JJ" Johnston, Edina Realty, Inc.

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Property Type: Single Family
Status: Active
Contingency Type: Inspection
Year Built: 1923
MLS #: 7166026
Bedrooms: 3
Square Feet: 1,117
Bathrooms (Full): 1
Price Per Square Foot: $201
Bathrooms (Half) : 0
Bathrooms (Three Quarters) : 0
Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Description: Detached Garage, Concrete, Garage Door Opener
Sewer Description: City Sewer/Connected
Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
Water: City Water/Connected
Heat Type: Baseboard, Forced Air
Basement: Block, Daylight/Lookout Windows, Full, Storage Space, Unfinished
Foundation Type: Block
Construction Description: Block
Roof Description: Architectural Shingle, Asphalt
Days On Market (Continuous): 9
Disability Features: None
Latest Update: 11/10/2026
List Date: 10/29/2026
Listing Agent ID: 506011252
Listing Office: Edina Realty, Inc.
Listing Office ID: 8112
Data Source: NorthstarMLS - The Regional MLS of Minnesota
Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator
Laundry Features: In Basement, Gas Dryer Hookup
Number of Fireplaces: 0
Exterior Features: Metal, Vinyl
Fence: Chain Link
Lot Dimensions: 40x115
Lot Size: 0.105 Acres
Lot Features: Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Tree Coverage - Medium
School District: St. Paul
Tax Year: 2026
Estimated Taxes: $2,680
Contingency Type: Inspection
City: Saint Paul
Zip: 55103
County: Ramsey
Subdivision: Evas Rearrangement
State: MN

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