
1253 Ashland Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55104
What This Townhouse Offers
Welcome to this classic and beautifully maintained up-down duplex located in the heart of Saint Paul's highly walkable Macalester-Groveland neighborhood. Just... steps from the Macalester College campus, and within easy walking distance to Whole Foods, Starbucks, the Green Line light rail, and a host of shops, restaurants, and parks, this property is all about location, lifestyle, and opportunity. The lower unit features a spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath layout with original hardwood floors, tall ceilings, a formal dining room, and a thoughtfully updated kitchen. The bedrooms are generously sized a rare find for homes of this vintage and a charming screened-in front porch offers a perfect spot to enjoy warm summer days. Shared laundry and ample storage are located in the basement, accessible to both units. Off-street parking in the rear adds convenience and value, making this a smart choice for owner-occupiers looking to offset their mortgage or for savvy investors. Whether you're looking for a fantastic place to live or a solid addition to your portfolio, 1253 Ashland Ave delivers on every front charm, location, and functionality. The lower unit is a 2 bedroom and the rent is $1875 a month, the upper unit is a large one bedroom and that is 1450 a month.
Unit
- $1,450
Total Monthly Price - 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 2,464 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Townhome Features
- Air Conditioning
- Basement
- Dining Room
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Microwave
- Range
- Refrigerator
1253 Ashland Ave is located in Saint Paul, Minnesota in the 55104 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Utilities & Essentials
One-Time Basics
Townhome Details
Home Design
- Built in 1915
- Duplex
Interior Spaces
- Dining Room
- Family Room
- 980 Sq Ft Home
- Brick Fireplace
- 2-Story Property
Kitchen
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Range
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom
- 2 Bedrooms
Basement
- Unfinished Basement
- Shared Basement
- Block Basement Construction
Parking
- Open Parking
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 40x150
- Zoning described as Residential-Multi-Family
Utilities
- Natural Gas Available
- Circuit Breakers
- Boiler Heating System
- Window Unit Cooling System
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2025-11-13
- Assessor Parcel Number 0328231300211
- Tenant pays for cable TV, gas
- The owner pays for trash collection, water
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
- Anna E Ramsey Add Enlg To St P Subdivision
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Saint Paul, MN 55104

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable71 / 100
Bike Score ®
Very Bikeable78 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active75 / 100
Travel and Transit



Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Maxfield Magnet Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Hidden River Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
St. Thomas More Catholic School
Grades PK-8
Private
Central Senior High
Grades 9-12
Public
Cretin Derham Hall
Grades 9-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Concordia Univ.-Saint Paul
Walk: 9 min (0.5 mi)
Macalester College
Drive: 3 min (1.3 mi)
Hamline University
Drive: 6 min (2 mi)
Univ. of St Thomas, St. Paul
Drive: 6 min (2.3 mi)
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Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 1253 Ashland Ave proximity to Victoria Crossing West, Midway Marketplace, and Grand Place. Victoria Crossing West is 1.1 miles away, and Midway Marketplace is within a 19 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 1253 Ashland Ave are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 3 miles, including Macalester College Observatory, Highland Park and Golf Course, and Irvine Park.
Airports
Living in Lexington-Hamline South provides easy access to Minneapolis-St Paul International/Wold-Chamberlain, located just 16 minutes from 1253 Ashland Ave.
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