1838 Portland Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55104

New Listing
$849,999
Property Type: Multi-Family Bedrooms: 8 Baths: 4 Square Footage: 6,229 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 7,950 Status: Active
Current Price: $849,999 List Date: 4/21/2026 Last Modified: 4/21/2026

Overview

Description

Classic and Charming all-brick 4-plex in one of St. Paul’s most desirable neighborhoods. This well-maintained, long-time owner-occupied property offers strong curb appeal and long-term pride of ownership, along with a four-car detached garage. Inside, the units feature 2 bedrooms + Sunroom, original woodwork, hardwood floors, and preserved built-in dining buffets that highlight the property’s timeless character and details that continue to attract and retain quality tenants. Ideally located near the Mississippi River and just blocks from the University of St. Thomas, as well as popular restaurants and coffee shops. A great opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor seeking a stable asset in a prime location!

Listing Details MLS# 7054745

General Property Information

Lot Measurement
Square Feet
Multiple PIDs?
No
Owner Occupied
No
Waterfront Present
No
Year Built
1916
Yearly/Seasonal
Yearly
Zoning
Residential-Multi-Family
Main Floor Total SqFt
3114
Above Ground SqFt
6228
Below Grd Total SqFt
Yes
Total SqFt
6229
Foundation Size
Yes
Lot Size SqFt
7950
Style
(MF) Four Plex
Total Finished Sqft
6229.00
Garage Stalls
4
Lot Dimensions
54x148
Assessment Pending
Unknown

Property Features

Accessible: None Basement: Unfinished Construction Status: Previously Owned Exterior: Brick/Stone Foundation: Brick/Mortar Fuel: Natural Gas Heating: Boiler Owner Pays: See Remarks Sewer: City Sewer - In Street Stories: One and One Half Tenant Pays: Electricity Water: City Water - In Street

Contract Information

Contingency
None
ListPrice
849999
Owner is an Agent?
No
Auction?
No

Location Tax and Other Information

House Number
1838
Street Name
Portland
Street Suffix
Avenue
Postal City
Saint Paul
County
Ramsey
State
MN
Zip Code
55104

Assessments

Tax With Assessments
15196
Assessment Balance
0

Building Information

Finished SqFt Above Ground
6228
Finished SqFt Below Ground
Yes

More Information

Income and Expenses

Annual Caretaker Expense
Yes
Annual Electric Expense
Yes
Annual Fuel Expense
Yes
Annual Gross Expenses
Yes
Annual Gross Income
Yes
Annual Insurance Expense
Yes
Annual Maintenance Expense
Yes
Annual Net Income
Yes
Annual Repair Expense
Yes
Annual Trash Expense
Yes
Annual Water/Sewer Expense
Yes
Misc Monthly Income
Yes
Misc. Annual Income
Yes
Total Annual Expenses
Yes

Lease Details

Land Leased
Not Applicable

Miscellaneous Information

Homestead
No

Ownership

Fractional Ownership
No

Parking Characteristics

Garage Square Feet
Yes

Public Survey Info

Range#
23
Section#
04
Township#
28

Unit 1

Furnished?
No
Leased?
Yes
Unit Number
Yes
Annual Rent
17760
Finished SqFt
950
Full Baths
Yes
Monthly Expense
Yes
Monthly Rent
1480
No. of Units Like This
Yes
Total Baths
Yes
Total Bedrooms
2
Total Rooms
Yes

Unit 2

Furnished?
No
Leased?
Yes
Unit Number
2
Annual Rent
17160
Finished SqFt
950
Full Baths
Yes
Monthly Expense
Yes
Monthly Rent
1430
No. of Units Like This
Yes
Total Baths
Yes
Total Bedrooms
2
Total Rooms
Yes

Unit 3

Furnished?
No
Leased?
Yes
Unit Number
3
Annual Rent
22668
Finished SqFt
950
Full Baths
Yes
Monthly Expense
Yes
Monthly Rent
1889
No. of Units Like This
Yes
Total Baths
Yes
Total Bedrooms
2
Total Rooms
Yes

Unit 4

Furnished?
No
Leased?
Yes
Unit Number
4
Annual Rent
17760
Finished SqFt
90
Full Baths
Yes
Monthly Expense
Yes
Monthly Rent
1480
No. of Units Like This
Yes
Total Baths
Yes
Total Bedrooms
2
Total Rooms
Yes

Unit Details

Total Units
4

Office/Member Info

Association
SPAAR

Location, Tax and Other Information

Legal Description
MERRIAM PARK THIRD ADDITION TO W 13 FT OF LOT 4 AND ALL OF LOT 3 BLK 18
Listing City
Saint Paul
Map Page
121
Municipality
Saint Paul
School District
St. Paul
School District Phone
651-767-8100
Zip Plus 4
5101
Property ID Number
042823240143
Tax Year
2026
Tax Amount
16790
In Foreclosure?
No
Potential Short Sale?
No
Lender Owned?
No

Directions & Remarks

Public Remarks
Classic and Charming all-brick 4-plex in one of St. Paul’s most desirable neighborhoods. This well-maintained, long-time owner-occupied property offers strong curb appeal and long-term pride of ownership, along with a four-car detached garage. Inside, the units feature 2 bedrooms + Sunroom, original woodwork, hardwood floors, and preserved built-in dining buffets that highlight the property’s timeless character and details that continue to attract and retain quality tenants. Ideally located near the Mississippi River and just blocks from the University of St. Thomas, as well as popular restaurants and coffee shops. A great opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor seeking a stable asset in a prime location!
Directions
Fairview to Portland Ave

Accessible

None
Yes

Basement

Unfinished
Yes

Construction Status

Previously Owned
Yes

Exterior

Brick/Stone
Yes

Foundation

Brick/Mortar
Yes

Fuel

Natural Gas
Yes

Heating

Boiler
Yes

Owner Pays

See Remarks
Yes

Sewer

City Sewer - In Street
Yes

Stories

One and One Half
Yes

Water

City Water - In Street
Yes

Tenant Pays

Electricity
Yes
Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty
IDX
Last Updated: April - 21 - 2026
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