2291 Rockwood Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55116

• 3 beds |
• 2 baths |
• 1,750 sqft

Property Description

Looking for a move-in-ready home in one of Saint Paul's most walkable neighborhoods? Welcome to 2291 Rockwood Avenue, a charming single-level rambler in the southern edge of Highland Park. With approximately 1,700 finished square feet, three bedrooms, and one-and-a-half bathrooms on an easy one-floor layout, this is the rare home that lets you move in today and build equity on your own timeline. Curb appeal greets you from the street with a tidy exterior, fresh landscaping, and a welcoming front deck made for morning coffee. Inside, the main level lives bright and comfortable right now. Gleaming hardwood floors flow throughout the dining room and kitchen, where solid-wood cabinetry, a gas range, full-size appliances, and a peninsula breakfast bar provide genuine functionality and a natural gathering spot. The open, connected layout keeps the cook part of the conversation. Live in it as-is, then refresh the finishes and add value at your own pace. Three comfortable bedrooms are located on the main level, each offering abundant natural light and generous closet space. A full bathroom with a tub-shower surround serves the main floor. You'll also appreciate the convenience of main-level laundry, complete with additional cabinetry and countertop space for folding, organization, and storage. For those needing an extra bedroom, the laundry area can be easily converted back to its original bedroom configuration, providing added flexibility to fit your needs. Downstairs, the basement is a blank canvas. Utilities and a half-bath stub, the lower level nearly doubles your usable square footage and is ready for the future rec room, home gym, office, or additional bedrooms you have in mind. Finish it room by room and watch your investment grow. Outside, a large back deck steps down to a deep, fully fenced backyard with a level lawn. There is plenty of room for gardening, play, pets, and summer gatherings. An attached one-car garage with built-in shelving adds parking, storage, and project space. Location is everything, and this address delivers. Highland Park is one of Saint Paul's most sought-after neighborhoods, known for its walkability, mature tree-lined streets, and strong sense of community. From your front door, you can even walk to Sibley Plaza along West 7th, home to everyday conveniences including Aldi, Starbucks, and a variety of local shops and services. You are also just minutes from the shopping, dining, and coffee destinations of Highland Village along Cleveland Avenue and Ford Parkway, the fairways of Highland Park Golf Course, and the scenic trails, river overlooks, and natural beauty of Hidden Falls Regional Park and the Mississippi River. The nearby Highland Bridge development continues to expand the area's appeal with additional parks, retail, restaurants, and gathering spaces. Residents enjoy easy access to neighborhood parks, the Highland Park Library, community recreation facilities, and Saint Paul schools. For commuters, the location offers convenient access to downtown Saint Paul, downtown Minneapolis, MSP International Airport, Interstate 35E, and Highway 5, making it easy to stay connected to everything the Twin Cities has to offer. Why buy at 2291 Rockwood Avenue? Because move-in-ready homes with this much upside, in a location this strong, do not last long. Settle in comfortably now, personalize over time, finish the basement when you are ready, and add real equity at your own pace. Whether you are a first-time buyer, a growing household, or an investor seeking a smart Highland Park opportunity, this single-level home checks the boxes. At a glance: single-level rambler, three bedrooms, one and a half baths, roughly 1,700 finished square feet, hardwood floors, gas range, main-level laundry, basement with finishing potential, attached one-car garage, large deck, and fully fenced backyard, all in the Highland Park area of Saint Paul, MN 55116.

Listing Status:

Active

Data Last Updated:

June 19, 2026 at 7:18PM

Listing Office:

Keller Williams Select Realty : 952-431-5100

MLS ID:

7011852

Interior

• Master Bath: 0
• Appliances: DishwasherDisposalDryerExhaust FanRangeRefrigeratorWasher
• Dining: 0
• Laundry: In BasementGas Dryer HookupLaundry RoomMain LevelSinkWasher Hookup
• Basement: BlockDaylight/Lookout WindowsFull
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced Air
• Fireplace: Fireplaces: 0

Exterior

• General: MetalVinyl
• Parking: Attached GarageConcrete

Construction

• Roofing: Age Over 8 YearsAsphaltPitched
• General: OneBlock

Location

• Road/Access: City StreetPaved Streets
• HOA Amenities: 0.0
• Originating MLS: northstar
• School District: St. Paul
• County: Ramsey

Lot

• Zoning: 222823220053
• Fencing: Chain LinkFull

Utilities

• Utilities: Circuit Breakers
• Water: City Water/Connected
• Sewer: City Sewer/Connected

Financial

• Source: northstar