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$489,999 Sale Pending

  • For Sale
  • Pending
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 2,176 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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Welcome to 491 Cretin Ave S, a stately home in the heart of Highland Park. You're greeted upon entry with stunning millwork and original architectural details throughout. The main level features a spacious living room with built-ins, stained glass windows, and a gas fireplace (2020), flowing into a formal dining room and fully renovated kitchen - updated down to the plumbing and electrical in 2020. Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms, a fully remodeled bathroom (2022), and a sun-drenched office space that overlooks the backyard. The basement offers 8'+ ceilings and a blank slate ready for whatever you need. The home offers the best of both worlds - reliable boiler heat and ductless mini-splits for efficient A/C! Outside, enjoy a deep lot with a deck, wood privacy fence, bonfire seating area, private driveway, and two-car garage. Classic Saint Paul character with all the modern updates!

Full Property Details for 491 Cretin Ave S

General

  • Price: $489,999
  • Taxes: $7,078 (2026)
  • Status: Pending
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: NorthStarMLS_RMLS
  • MLS ID: 7048930
  • Updated: 4/25/2026
  • Added to Site: 45 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Gas
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Other Rooms

  • Dining Room: Separate Formal Dining Room
  • Formal Dining Room: Separate/Formal Dining Room
  • Laundry: In Basement, In Basement

Additional Information

  • Amenities: Hardwood Floors, Natural Woodwork

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Description: 22 x 22
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached Garage, Concrete, Garage Door Opener

Location

  • County: Ramsey
  • Township: Saint Paul
  • Subdivision: Ryan Place
  • Neighborhood: 94
  • Driving Directions: From Highway 94 exit 237 onto Cretin Ave, go South 5 miles. Home is on the west side of the road. Park in the driveway.

School Information

  • School District: 625 - St. Paul
  • High School District: St. Paul

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Ductless Mini-Split
  • Heating Type: Boiler
  • Heating Fuel: Electric, Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: City Sewer Connected
  • Water: City Water (Connected)

Structural Information

  • Basement: Yes
  • Finished basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Daylight/Lookout Windows, Full, Partially Finished, Storage Space
  • Foundation Size: 750
  • Roof: Age 8 Years or Less
  • Disability Access: None
  • Square Feet: 2,176
  • Above Ground: 1,576 Sq. Ft.
  • Below Ground: 750 Sq. Ft.
  • Finished Down/Base.: 2,326 Sq. Ft.
  • Year Built: 1917

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.133
  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 116
  • Zoning: Residential-Single Family
  • Fencing (Description): Full, Wood

Financial Considerations

  • Tax Amount: $7,078
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Terms: Conventional, VA, FHA, Cash

Disclosures and Reports

  • Legal Description: RYAN PLACE LOT 2 BLK 1
  • Property ID: 82823420108

Listed by Hamm Real Estate Company

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Schools serving 491 Cretin Ave S

School District:St. Paul Public School District
NameGradesDistance
Horace Mann School
2001 Eleanor Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55116
K-50.5 mi
Highland Middle School
975 Snelling Avenue South, Saint Paul, MN 55116
6-81.6 mi
Highland Park Senior High School
1015 Snelling Avenue South, Saint Paul, MN 55116
9-121.7 mi
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Price & Sales History for 491 Cretin Ave S Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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4/16/2026
Listed
$489,999
55.8%
MLS
3/13/2020
Sold
$314,500
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Tax History for 491 Cretin Ave S

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,514
—
$396,800
7%
2024
$5,514
-3%
$370,400
5%
2023
$5,686
10%
$352,300
8%
2021
$5,178
-9%
$325,200
-9%
2023
$5,686
10%
$357,700
10%
2021
$5,178
—
$325,400
7%
2020
$5,170
7%
$305,500
9%
2019
$4,826
14%
$280,800
11%
2018
$4,244
5%
$253,800
2%
2017
$4,048
8%
$249,400
12%
2016
$3,752
-6%
$223,400
-6%
2015
$4,006
-11%
$237,100
-5%
2014
$4,506
—
$250,300
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491 Cretin Avenue S, Saint Paul, MN 55116 (MLS# 7048930) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 491 Cretin Avenue S is currently listed for $489,999 and was received on April 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 491 Cretin Avenue S? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Saint Paul? You can browse all Saint Paul real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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