Homes for Sale in Saint Paul, MN

Saint Paul, the historic capital of Minnesota, is known for its beautiful late-Victorian architecture, distinct neighborhoods, and deep cultural roots. The city exudes a quieter, more traditional charm compared to its twin, Minneapolis. It features grand avenues, excellent museums, and a strong sense of community.

Why Live in Saint Paul

Historic Summit Avenue and Cathedral Hill
Como Park and the Como Park Zoo
Xcel Energy Center and local sports
Rich history and cultural institutions

Saint Paul Market Snapshot

Monthly figures from the NorthstarMLS Local Market Update.

Median Sales Price

$299,950
-1.2%vs. September 2025

% of Original List Price Received

98.1%
-0.6 ptsvs. September 2025

Days on Market

42
+13.5%vs. September 2025

Closed Sales

222
-5.9%vs. September 2025

Homes for Sale

672
+12.9%vs. September 2025

Months Supply

3.1
+19.2%vs. September 2025
Balanced market

Supply vs. Demand Trends

Saint Paul Housing Market Today

Here is where the Saint Paul market stood in September 2026. The median sale price has decreased by 1% from last year to $299,950, and a similar trend in price per square foot suggests this is a real move in values rather than a change in the mix of homes selling. Homes are selling 5 days longer than last year, averaging 42 days on market, and sellers are receiving 98.1% of their original asking price. The area is currently a balanced market with 3.1 months of supply. Active inventory is up 13% from last year to 672 homes for sale.

In a balanced market, neither side has a steep advantage, making careful pricing for sellers and steady negotiation for buyers the key to success.

In Saint Paul, homes were most commonly built in 1939 or earlier, about 53% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, and the average commute is 21 minutes. Roughly 48% of homes are single-family detached, and the median home was built in 1952.

Homeowners with a mortgage typically spend $1,911 a month on housing costs, lower than the Twin Cities metro and the median property tax bill is $3,822 a year.

Read the September 2026 Saint Paul market report

Data: NorthstarMLS Local Market Update via 10K Research, published October 12, 2026.

Saint Paul market questions

Is Saint Paul a buyer's or seller's market?

Saint Paul was a balanced market in September 2026, with 3.1 months of supply. Under about 3 months generally favors sellers, 3 to 6 months is considered balanced, and over 6 months favors buyers. There were 672 homes for sale.

How fast are homes selling in Saint Paul?

Homes that sold in September 2026 spent an average of 42 days on market, 5 days slower than a year earlier. Sellers received 98.1% of their original list price on average.

Are home prices going up in Saint Paul?

No. The median sale price fell 1.2% year over year to $299,950. Price per square foot moved in the same direction (from $221 to $211), which suggests a real change in values rather than a shift in the mix of homes sold.

Living in Saint Paul

Housing, cost of ownership and commuting, compared with the Twin Cities metro.

In Saint Paul, homes were most commonly built in 1939 or earlier, about 53% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, and the average commute is 21 minutes.

Data: ACS 2020-2024 5-year estimates

What does it cost to own a home in Saint Paul?

Homeowners with a mortgage typically pay $1,911 a month in housing costs and the median property tax bill is $3,822 a year.

Median home value

$294,500

Lower than the Twin Cities metro

The midpoint of estimated values for owner-occupied homes.

Median property taxes paid

$3,822/yr

Similar to the Twin Cities metro

The midpoint of annual property taxes paid by homeowners.

Typical monthly owner costs (with mortgage)

$1,911/mo

Lower than the Twin Cities metro

Median monthly housing costs for owners with a mortgage.

Typical monthly owner costs (no mortgage)

$764/mo

Similar to the Twin Cities metro

Median monthly housing costs for owners without a mortgage.

Median rent

$1,281/mo

Lower than the Twin Cities metro

The midpoint of monthly gross rent, including utilities.

What are homes like in Saint Paul?

About 53% of occupied homes are owner-occupied and the median home was built in 1952.

Owner-occupied homes

53%

Lower than Twin Cities metro overall

The share of occupied homes lived in by their owners.

Median year built

1952

Similar to the Twin Cities metro

The midpoint of years when homes in the area were built.

Home age by decade

The share of homes built during each period.

  • 2020 or later1%
  • 2010-20195%
  • 2000-20095%
  • 1990-19993%
  • 1980-19898%
  • 1970-19799%
  • 1960-19699%
  • 1950-195911%
  • 1940-19496%
  • 1939 or earlier42%

Types of homes

The share of housing units in each building type.

  • Single-family detached48%
  • Townhome / attached4%
  • 2-4 units10%
  • 5+ units37%

How do people get around in Saint Paul?

The average one-way commute is 21 min and 92% of homes have broadband.

Average commute

21 min

Lower than the Twin Cities metro

The average one-way travel time to work for commuters.

How people get to work

The share of workers using each listed way to get to work.

  • Drive alone59%
  • Carpool9%
  • Public transit5%
  • Walk or bike5%
  • Work from home20%

Homes with broadband

92%

Similar than Twin Cities metro overall

The share of households with a broadband internet subscription.

Estimates for the city as a whole. Figures are survey estimates and may differ from current market prices.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates. This product uses the Census Bureau Data API but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

What's Nearby in Saint Paul

OpenStreetMap lists 204 parks, 105 trails, 5 beaches and boat launches, 20 libraries, 105 schools, and 60 grocery stores within the Saint Paul city boundary.

Parks

204

146 named

  • Alden Square Park
  • Aldine Park
  • Alice Park
  • Ames Lake Park
  • Arlington Arkwright Park
  • Arlington Park
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Official source: City of Saint Paul (opens in new tab)

Trails

105

91 named

  • 35E Parkway Trail
  • Annapolis Street Bikeway
  • Arkwright Street Bikeway
  • Arlington Avenue Bikeway
  • Arlington Avenue East Bikeway
  • Ayd Mill Road Trail
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  • Bailey Road Bikeway
  • Battle Creek Regional Trail
  • Beulah Lane
  • Big Rivers Regional Trail
  • Bruce Vento Regional Trail
  • Burns Avenue Bikeway
  • Capital City Bikeway
  • Charles Ave Bikeway
  • Charles Avenue
  • Charles Avenue Bikeway
  • Cherokee Regional Trail
  • Cherokee Trail
  • Cleveland Ave Bikeway
  • Cleveland Avenue Bikeway
  • Como Ave Bikeway
  • Concordia/Rondo Bikeway
  • Dale Street Bikeway
  • East Margaret Street
  • Edgerton Ave Bikeway
  • Energy Park-Front Bikeway
  • Fairview Avenue Bikeway
  • Falls Passage East
  • Falls Passage West
  • Forest Street Bikeway
  • Gateway State Trail
  • Grand Round - Pelham Cycle Path
  • Griggs Bikeway
  • Griggs Street Pedestrian Bridge
  • Hazel Street Bikeway
  • Hidden Falls Demo Loop
  • Highland Park Footbridge
  • Indian Mounds Trail
  • Jackson Street Bikeway
  • Jefferson Avenue Bicycle Boulevard
  • Jefferson Avenue Bikeway
  • Johnson Parkway Regional Trail
  • Lake Como Bicycle Path
  • Lake Phalen Bike Path
  • Larpenteur Avenue East Bikeway
  • Larpenteur Avenue West Bikeway
  • Lexington Parkway Bikeway
  • Lower Afton Bikeway
  • Margaret Street Bike Boulevard
  • Marion Bikeway
  • Marshall Avenue Bikeway
  • McKnight Bikeway
  • Minnehaha Avenue West Bikeway
  • Mississippi River Trail
  • Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota-Alternate)
  • Mississippi River Trail (Minnesota)
  • Montreal Ave Bikeway
  • Oakland Ave Bikeway
  • Pascal Street Bikeway
  • Payne Avenue Bikeway
  • Phalen Blvd Trail
  • Pierce Butler Bikeway
  • Pierce Street Bikeway
  • Pike Island Trail
  • Prior Avenue Bikeway
  • Prosperity-Hazelwood Bikeway
  • Reservoir Woods Trail
  • River Crossing Regional Trail
  • Robert Piram Regional Trail
  • Rose Bikeway
  • Ruth-Algonquin Bikeway
  • Saint Anthony Avenue BIkeway
  • Saint Paul Avenue Bikeway
  • Saint Paul Grand Round
  • Saint Paul Skyway System
  • Sam Morgan Regional Trail
  • Samuel H. Morgan Regional Trail
  • Shields Avenue Bikeway
  • Sibley Street Path
  • Summit Ave Bikeway
  • Trout Brook Regional Trail
  • Trout Brook Trail
  • United States Bicycle Route 20 (Minnesota)
  • United States Bicycle Route 45
  • United States Bicycle Route 45A
  • University of Minnesota Transitway
  • Upper Afton Road Bikeway
  • Wabash Trail
  • Wabasha-Cesar Chavez Bikeway
  • Wall of Death
  • Western Avenue Bikeway

Official source: City of Saint Paul (opens in new tab)

Beaches and boat launches

5

1 named

Schools

105

81 named

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Grocery stores

60

54 named

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