1736 Hillcrest Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55116

• 5 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,498 sqft

Property Description

Set on one of Highland Park's most beautiful and established tree-lined streets, 1736 Hillcrest Avenue presents a rare opportunity to own a substantial 1927 home in one of Saint Paul's most sought-after neighborhoods. Offering nearly 2,500 square feet, 4 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms, the home is rich with character, flexibility, and untapped potential. Hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, and a spacious family room featuring built-in bookshelves, a wet bar, gas cooktop, and undercounter refrigerator provide a strong architectural foundation ready for the next owner's vision. The versatile floor plan accommodates a variety of lifestyles, with a main-floor bedroom, a bathroom with a shower on every level, and spaces that easily support multigenerational living, guests, children, pets, or work-from-home needs. The spacious primary bedroom includes a cozy reading nook, while a second-floor bedroom offers built-in bed platforms and the adjacent office features brand-new flooring. Recent improvements include a brand-new roof, upgraded electrical panel, fresh paint in many rooms, and a freshly painted deck overlooking the fenced backyard. A rare street-level driveway provides easy access to the garage, while the finished lower level offers additional living space ideal for recreation, exercise, hobbies, or a home theater. Just a short walk from Highland Village, Highland National Golf Course, and a variety of public, private, and parochial schools, this is an opportunity to invest in location, space, and long-term potential in one of Saint Paul's most enduring neighborhoods.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

June 19, 2026 at 8:16PM

Listing Office:

Engel & Volkers Minneapolis Downtown : 612-338-3836

MLS ID:

7090799

Interior

• Master Bath: 0
• Appliances: DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRangeRefrigeratorWasher
• Basement: BlockFullPartially FinishedTile Shower
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: BoilerHot Water
• Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 1

Exterior

• General: Stucco
• Parking: Detached Garage

Construction

• General: TwoBlock

Location

• HOA Amenities: 0.0
• Originating MLS: northstar
• School District: St. Paul
• County: Ramsey

Lot

• Zoning: 162823120119

Utilities

• Water: City Water/Connected
• Sewer: City Sewer/Connected

Financial

• Source: northstar