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Homes and Real Estate in St. Paul Park, Minnesota
St. Paul Park is a small river city of about 5,500 people on the Mississippi, 5 miles downstream from St. Paul, between Newport and Cottage Grove.
Living in St. Paul Park
St. Paul Park is a small city of about 5,500 people in Washington County, on the east bank of the Mississippi River and 5 miles downstream from St. Paul. The whole city covers about three and a half square miles, and its motto is "On the Mississippi."
I'm Lesley, a REALTOR® with Bridge Realty. I live in Cottage Grove, which borders St. Paul Park to the east, and we help buyers and sellers here.
What is St. Paul Park, MN like? It is a compact river town, established in 1887, where most homes are a short drive from Highway 61 and from the water. It is far smaller than its neighbors, which gives it a quieter, small-town layout close to St. Paul.
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An older river town, and what that means for buyers
St. Paul Park dates to 1887, so it has been a town far longer than most suburbs around it. For a buyer, that history shows up in the housing: homes here were built across many decades, on a traditional street grid, and no two blocks are quite alike.
- With an older home, we look closely at the foundation, roof, electrical, plumbing, and any updates, because those decide what the home will cost you after closing.
- Near the river, we check whether a property sits in a flood zone and whether a lender would require flood insurance.
- One thing to know before you buy. The St. Paul Park Refinery, owned by Marathon Petroleum, operates in the city. We make sure you see where a home sits in relation to it before you make an offer.
Parks and the river
- Lions Levee Park. A boat ramp and picnic area on the Mississippi River.
- Riverside Park. Hiking in summer, snowshoeing and cross-country skiing in winter.
- Heritage Park. Ball fields, tennis courts, sand volleyball, and a pavilion.
- Whitbred Memorial Park. Hockey and ice skating in winter, with a playground and courts.
Commute and schools
The commute. Highway 61, which shares the road with Highway 10 here, runs through town and is the main route north to St. Paul and Interstate 494.
Schools. St. Paul Park is part of South Washington County Schools. High school students attend Park High School in neighboring Cottage Grove. Confirm the schools for any specific address with the district, because boundaries can change.
How we help buyers and sellers in St. Paul Park
- Buying. We begin with your budget and the steps of the purchase before we tour. See buying a home in Minnesota and how we help buyers.
- Selling. We price your home from recent St. Paul Park sales, prepare it, and market it widely. See selling your home and our home value page.
Comparing communities? St. Paul Park borders Cottage Grove, and Woodbury is a short drive north. If this is your first purchase, start with our first-time buyer page.
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Whether you are buying your first home or selling one you have owned for years, we would be glad to help. No pressure and no obligation.
Send us a message or call (651) 661-4770. What questions do you have?
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is St. Paul Park, Minnesota?
St. Paul Park is in Washington County on the east bank of the Mississippi River, 5 miles downstream from St. Paul. It borders Newport to the north and Cottage Grove to the east.
How big is St. Paul Park?
It is a small city: 5,544 residents at the 2020 census, in about three and a half square miles.
Is there a refinery in St. Paul Park?
Yes. The St. Paul Park Refinery, owned by Marathon Petroleum, operates in the city. Before you buy, look at where a home sits in relation to it.
Which schools serve St. Paul Park?
South Washington County Schools serves St. Paul Park. High school students attend Park High School in Cottage Grove. Confirm the schools for a specific address with the district.
Do I need flood insurance near the Mississippi River?
Only if the home is in a mapped flood zone and your lender requires it. We check the flood map for any property near the river before you make an offer.
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