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70 Lawton Steps

Saint Paul, MN 55102

Name: Open House: 11am-1pm
Start: 2024-11-16T11:00:00
End: 2024-11-16T13:00:00
Location: 70 Lawton Steps

2 beds
1 bath
1,410 sqft
2,787 sqft lot
$347 per sqft
2008 build
– on site

PICTURE PERFECT! A TRULY SPECTACULAR HOME with a UNIQUE NAME & LOCATION. Own the only home in Saint Paul with no street address: 70 Lawton STEPS - not street, only accessible by foot! Located on 77 publicly maintained steps between Grand Avenue and Summit Court. Custom built by local architect, Paul Ormseth, into the quaint Saint Paul hillside overlooking Mississippi River Valley and the High Bridge, encompassed by the natural beauty of the area and offering a private city oasis with breathtaking panoramic scenic views year round! You'll love the modern curb appeal, abundance of oversized windows that bring the beauty of the outdoors in, clean lines, efficient floorplan, loft style primary bedroom, and an exceptional entertaining kitchen and dining area that will be your central gathering space. Plus, enjoy the front patio for everyday morning coffee or cozy evening dinners. A mix of upcycled and unique materials showcase the home. . . concrete roof tiles, in-floor radiant heat, built-in south facing insulated glass panels, reclaimed and salvaged pieces include Minneapolis public school chalk boards for the entry floor, cobblestone pavers and granite slabs from old St. Paul street projects highlight the landscaping, and footings and brackets are pre-built for a deck addition off the east side primary bedroom. Exceptional walkability in historic Summit Hill and all the dining/shopping districts including Grand Ave, Cathedral Hill, West 7th, and Downtown. This home has been featured on Minnesota Public Radio, Streets mn, and recently the Star Tribune’s Home & Garden section for its custom design and one-of-kind location perched upon one of Saint Paul's 66 historic and original public staircases!

Listing courtesy of NORTHSTAR / Anna Garnaas-Halvorson / RE/MAX Results

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Nov 13, 2024 •

MLS# 6613002 —

The Building

Year Built:

2008
New Construction:

false
Age Of Property:

16
Construction Materials:

Fiber Cement, Wood Siding
Roof:

Age Over 8 Years, Concrete
Accessibility Features:

None
Levels:

Four or More Level Split
Main Level Finished Area:

240.0000
Basement:

Finished, Partial
Basement:

true
Foundation Area:

706
Manufactured Home:

No
Building Area Total:

1440
Above Grade Finished Area:

910
Below Grade Finished Area:

500

Interior

Dining Room Description:

Eat In Kitchen,Kitchen/Dining Room
Fireplace:

false
Amenities:

Kitchen Window,Patio,Panoramic View,Tile Floors,Washer/Dryer Hookup

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1410

Location

Directions:

Lawton Street to dead end. Property is located past the dead end driveway down the staircase on your right.
Latitude:

44.93965
Longitude:

-93.119166

The Property

Parcel Number:

012823310094
Zoning Description:

Residential-Single Family
Property Type:

Residential
Property Subtype:

Single Family Residence
Property Attached:

false
Additional Parcels:

false
Lot Features:

Public Transit (w/in 6 blks), Property Adjoins Public Land, Tree Coverage - Heavy
Lot Size Area:

0.06
Lot Size Dimensions:

54x55x54x55
Lot Size SqFt:

2787.84
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Road Frontage Type:

City Street, No Outlet/Dead End, Street Lights
Road Responsibility:

Public Maintained Road
Water Source:

City Water/Connected
Land Lease:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2024
Tax Annual Amount:

4914
Tax With Assessments:

4914.0000

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2

Baths

Total Baths:

1
Bath Description:

Main Floor 3/4 Bath
Full Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Boiler, Radiant Floor
Cooling:

Central Air, Wall Unit(s)

Utilities

Sewer:

City Sewer/Connected

Appliances

Appliances:

Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliances, Washer

Schools

High School District:

St. Paul

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Terrace Park Add To, The C
Association:

false
Assessment Pending:

Unknown

Parking

Parking Features:

On-Street Parking Only

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$489,500

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,621
Taxes	$409
Insurance	$134
Utilities	$123 See report
Total	$3,287/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
10/24/24 Oct 24, 2024	Listed / Active	NORTHSTAR	$489,500
10/23/24 Oct 23, 2024	Coming Soon	NORTHSTAR	$489,500

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This house located in Historic Hill District, Saint Paul, MN 55102 is currently for sale for $489,500. 70 Lawton Steps is a 1,410 square foot house with 2 beds and 1 bath that has been on Estately for 29 days. 70 Lawton Steps is in the Historic Hill District neighborhood of Saint Paul and has a WalkScore® of 69, making it somewhat walkable.

Listing Courtesy of: NORTHSTAR and RE/MAX Results.

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