542 Portland Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55102
Price: $1,300,000
Enter the gorgeous Cathedral Hill neighborhood to find this Diamond. A beautifully renovated triplex walking distance to charming coffee shops, bakeries, grocery stores, top-rated restaurants, and scenic parks. Located just one block north of historic Summit Avenue, the craftsmanship and attention to detail in this property truly shine.
This rare find features two spacious 4-bedroom units with breathtaking woodwork, built ins, clawfoot tubs, and a huge yard! Make your way to the top for a stunning third-floor 2-bedroom unit with an additional office space, an open floor plan, 8- skylights, and abundant natural light. All units boast high-end finishes, in-unit laundry, central air, and individual furnaces for year-round comfort.
The property sits on a generous 1.5x lot with a backyard patio, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Ample off-street parking accommodates two or more vehicles per unit. Whether you’re seeking a stand-alone investment or an owner-occupied property with strong rental income potential, this triplex delivers beautifully.
Don’t miss your chance to own charm and luxury that pays for itself!”
Basic Features:
| Style |
Triplex |
| Type |
Residential Income |
| Zoning |
Residential-Multi-Family |
| Year Built |
1908 |
| School District |
St. Paul |
| County |
Ramsey |
| Lot Size |
58x228 |
| Acreage |
0.28 acres |
| Bedrooms |
10 |
| Total Baths |
3 |
| Above Grade |
5,206 sq ft |
| Number of Units |
3 |
| Tax $ / Year |
$16,168 / 2025 |
| Tax ID |
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| Legal Description |
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Additional Features
| Government Programs |
|
| Section |
01 |
| Terrain Type |
|
| Roads |
City Street |
| Basement |
Full,Shared Access,Storage Space,Unfinished |
| Driveway |
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| Electric |
Circuit Breakers |
| Exterior Features |
Post and Beam,Frame,Stone |
| Foundation |
1953.00 |
| Fuel Source |
Natural Gas |
| Handicap Access |
None |
| Heating |
Forced Air |
| Pool |
None |
| Roof |
Asphalt |
| Sewer Service |
City Sewer/Connected |
| Water Service |
City Water/Connected |
| Water Heater |
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| Parking Lot |
Gravel,Shared Driveway |
| Exterior Construction |
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| Fencing |
Chain Link |
| Laundry |
I |
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