1413 Como Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55108

Property Description

COVETED WEST COMO - FABULOUS LOCATION - STEPS FROM COMO PARK - SUPERB NEIGHBORHOOD! Stroll down the iconic tree lined sidewalks (or dedicated bike path) leading to everything Como Park...enjoy its natural beauty, urban charm, lakeside pavilion, and attractions including the zoo, conservatory, amusement park, and a 18-hole golf course. Easy commute by car or bus to either downtown or Rosedale Mall/restaurants...plus within walking distance to the State Fair! You'll love the preservation of the 1915 architectural details & original natural woodwork of this character rich bungalow. Admire the beautiful built-ins, tapered columns, flawless hardwood floors, high ceilings and abundance of windows that bring the beauty of the outdoors in. The warm and welcoming floor plan starts with a sun filled south facing front porch with hardwood floors - a rare find, a bright & airy living room with remarkable leaded glass window, charming sitting room, and a classic formal dining room. The dining room provides a built-in buffet and sun bench, and large picture window with a leaded glass transom. Discover the modern kitchen with stainless appliances including new GE dishwasher, built-in pantry, updated sink and lighting and walkout to the backyard. A spacious main floor bedroom and a lovely full bath with claw foot tub and new vanity complete the main floor. Upper level provides two additional bedrooms and a separate generous sized walk-in closet - a versatile play room/office or storage space. Huge opportunity for additional living and entertaining space in the unfinished basement with framing started... enjoy a future family room or 4th bedroom ...a 3/4 bath is already in place! Spacious lot and half that sits back off the road, private backyard, oversized 2 car garage with built-in shelving, concrete driveway. And the opportunity for state fair parking! Exterior stucco painted 2025, roof and boiler/hot water heater combo 2022, newly refinished hardwood floors main AND upper level including porch 2026, upper bedrooms fresh paint. You will appreciate all the desirable characteristics, strong sense of community, proximity to schools and parks, and the timeless appeal. LIVE & PLAY in this gem of a neighborhood!