This charming century home, located in the Dayton’s Bluff neighborhood of Saint Paul, exemplifies early 20th-century American residential architecture with its simple gable roof and inviting front porch. Built over 100 years ago, it has been thoughtfully updated with modern amenities including hardwood floors, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances, alongside a fresh coat of paint throughout. Priced attractively at $185,000, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath residence offers great value and convenient access to transit and shopping. Though details on plot area and total square footage are not specified, the cozy layout and recent renovations make this a must-see historic gem.
Backyard Patio Deck
Elevated wooden deck attached to the back of a blue-painted house with vertical plank siding. The deck has a simple design with a small set of stairs featuring a handrail on one side for access to the backyard. Sliding glass doors provide entry from the interior to the deck, while adjacent windows offer natural light. The area around the deck appears natural and somewhat rustic, with exposed soil, scattered greenery, and mature trees offering shade and privacy. The overall aesthetic combines rustic elements with a practical outdoor living space, blending well with the natural surroundings.
Front Porch Entrance
Raised wooden porch with a weathered floor leads to a white metal screen door adorned with a floral wreath, suggesting a welcoming entry. The porch is framed by white railing and posts contrasting the deep navy-blue vertical panel siding of the house. A bay window with white trim sits to the right of the door, offering architectural interest and natural light inside. The ceiling of the porch is dark wood, complementing the floor while a simple overhead light fixture provides illumination. Surrounding greenery and a wooden fence enhance the cozy outdoor space.
Front Porch Entrance
Wide front porch with natural wood plank flooring and a dark wood ceiling adds warmth to the space. Vertical navy blue siding contrasts sharply with crisp white trim surrounding a large bay window, providing a classic, inviting look. A white security door with an ornamental pattern leads inside, accented by a colorful floral wreath. A vintage white mailbox mounted on the siding enhances the historic charm. White railing borders the porch, creating a traditional farmhouse style while allowing views of the adjacent brick home and greenery beyond a red wooden fence.
Entryway with Staircase
Light gray walls blend with white wood trim and door, creating a calm, neutral palette. Natural wood flooring adds warmth and texture. The compact staircase beginning just inside the entry is partially enclosed by a half-wall and evenly spaced, turned wood balusters painted white. A black console table rests against the right wall, decorated minimally with a small plant, a candle lantern, and a photo frame. Above it, a large round mirror with a thin brass frame introduces subtle elegance. The ceiling features a black light fixture with an industrial cage design, contrasting with the room’s softer tones.
Living Room Seating Area
Neutral tones dominate with soft beige walls and complementary gray upholstery. Two cozy armchairs with striped fabric flank a solid black sofa, all set on a textured area rug that adds warmth. The black coffee table features minimalist gold legs, topped with a woven tray and green plants, enhancing natural elements. Large windows provide ample light, framed by classic white trim molding. Abstract art pieces on the walls complement the room’s subtle palette. Soft ambient light from a tripod floor lamp and a ceramic table lamp balances the natural light, creating a welcoming and elegant atmosphere.
Entryway and Sitting Area
A soft neutral color palette of light gray walls with crisp white trim highlights the traditional bay window design, flooding the space with natural light. The hardwood floors show subtle aging that adds warm character. A small upholstered armchair rests beside a sleek black side table, while a modern black coffee table with a woven tray and potted greenery brings a casual, organic touch. The white paneled entry door features a decorative glass panel, and a classic spindle staircase railing frames the steps, blending historic charm with contemporary simplicity.
Entryway to Dining Room
A narrow entryway with light oak hardwood floors leads from the base of a staircase with turned white balusters and natural wood steps. Walls are painted a soft gray-beige, complemented by white trim and baseboards. A small black console table sits against the wall, decorated minimally with small plants and framed photos beneath a large, round gold-framed mirror. The adjoining dining room is visible, featuring a circular table surrounded by beige upholstered chairs, a modern spherical chandelier, and a floral wall art piece. A stained glass window above the stairs adds a subtle historic charm.
Dining Room Area
Four beige upholstered chairs surround a round wooden dining table with place settings and a central vase holding green foliage. The walls are painted in a muted gray tone, complemented by white trim around the two large double-hung windows that let in ample natural light. The hardwood floor has a subtle worn texture, adding character. A modern industrial pendant light with an exposed bulb cage hangs above the table. Simple artwork decorates the walls, enhancing the minimalist, calming aesthetic of this cozy, functional dining space adjacent to a doorway leading to another room.
Kitchen with Patio Access
Light wood cabinetry with simple black hardware lines the kitchen walls, paired with granite-effect countertops offering a neutral contrast. The backsplash comprises shiny white subway tiles, enhancing the bright, clean aesthetic. Stainless steel appliances, including a fridge and gas range with a vent hood, provide a modern touch. The floor is covered in grey wood-like planks, contributing a cool tone that balances the warmth of the cabinetry. An overhead ceiling light with a unique cage design adds character. A sliding glass door opens to a small wooden deck and green yard outside, providing natural light and easy outdoor access.
Kitchen Overview
Light wood cabinetry with paneled doors frames the kitchen, arranged in an L-shape that maximizes storage and workspace. The upper cabinets extend to the ceiling, capped with crown molding for a refined touch. Grey granite countertops complement the muted beige tones of the cabinetry, harmonizing with the cool gray floor tiles that reflect a modern sensibility. White subway tile backsplash stretches along the walls, enhancing brightness and adding texture. Stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, gas range, and dishwasher, introduce a contemporary contrast. A small window above the sink offers natural light, with modest decor accents on the counters. The ceiling light fixture has a decorative metal cage design adding subtle character to the space.
Kitchen Countertop and Sink
The space is a narrow kitchen featuring granite countertops with a subtle speckled black-and-white pattern. Light wood cabinets with black metal handles enhance the warmth of the kitchen. The backsplash consists of simple white subway tiles, adding a classic, clean look. A double stainless steel sink is fitted with a black faucet, complementing the dishwasher’s stainless steel finish beneath the counter. Two windows bring natural light into the space, framed in crisp white trim contrasting the soft taupe walls. The flooring is gray-toned tile, which adds a modern touch amid the traditional cabinetry. A small nook with a built-in ledge sits by the left window, adding historical charm.
Bedroom Corner
Light hardwood floors carry natural grain patterns with subtle wear marks, adding a lived-in feel. The soft gray walls complement a spacious, cozy bed dressed in neutral linens and decorative pillows in muted earth tones and pastels. Two tall, double-hung windows illuminate the room with gentle natural light filtered through white blinds, highlighting the simplicity of the decor. A mid-century modern wooden chair with a cushion and throw provides a small seating nook. The ceiling light fixture is modern and minimal, while white trim and a paneled door keep classic architectural elements prominent in this serene bedroom space.
Bedroom Seating Area
Soft natural light filters through two large double-hung windows framed in white trim, illuminating a cozy corner with a wooden chair. The chair holds a textured throw blanket and pillow, adding a touch of comfort and warmth to the space. Walls are painted in a muted, light gray tone, providing a calm, neutral backdrop. The floor is made of natural hardwood with varied grain and subtle color differences, adding character to the room. Two abstract paintings bring subtle artistic interest to the otherwise minimal room, which includes a partial view of a neatly made bed covered in a striped blanket.
Simple Bedroom Interior
Soft gray walls with white trims outline this modest bedroom space. Two white paneled doors, one slightly ajar leading to a hallway, bring depth and structure. Natural wood flooring with visible grain and a warm finish adds a rustic element, subtly worn with footprints that give a lived-in feel. A single abstract painting in muted tones hangs centered on the main wall, introducing a hint of artistic expression without overwhelming the calm atmosphere. Overall, the room maintains a minimalist aesthetic with neutral colors, simple architectural details, and natural materials creating a quiet, understated charm.
Small Bedroom Entry
Compact room with soft gray walls and natural wood flooring showing subtle wear. The flooring planks vary in tone adding character to the space. A white paneled door, partially open, leads to a hallway painted in a neutral beige tone, complementing the room’s colors. White baseboards border the walls, slightly chipped in places, hinting at the home’s age. A smoke detector is mounted above the door frame. Through the hallway, a darker doorway suggests stairs or an additional room. Clean and minimalistic, the room presents a neutral palette suited for multiple uses.
Bathroom Vanity Area
Soft gray walls and modern gray cabinetry create a serene atmosphere in this compact bathroom space. A white marble countertop with subtle veining sits atop the vanity, housing a rectangular undermount sink with brushed nickel fixtures. Above, a large, framed mirror reflects the room, flanked by a clear glass light fixture. A small fern in a dark vase adds a touch of nature. The floor features light wood-look tiles, while built-in white shelving provides modest storage. A simple botanical print on the wall and a striped hand towel add understated decorative touches.
Bathroom Corner
Soft gray walls create a calming atmosphere, complementing the textured ceiling that adds character to this bathroom nook. A patterned gray and white shower curtain hangs from a curved rod, enclosing a built-in bathtub beneath a sloped ceiling, emphasizing the room’s architectural uniqueness. A single window with white trim allows natural light to enter, brightening the space and offering a muted view outside. Below, a light gray wooden floor contrasts subtly with a striped area rug, providing warmth and texture. A woven basket with neutral tones sits near a white-paneled door, adding a rustic yet functional decorative touch.
Small Bedroom Closet
A compact bedroom corner displays a neutral color palette dominated by soft gray-beige walls and white trim. Two white bi-fold closet doors with simple round wooden knobs offer storage space. A large single window with white framing allows natural light, highlighting the warm, natural wood flooring below, which shows subtle grain patterns and wear consistent with an older home. The ceiling has textured plaster, and white baseboards add traditional detail. A vent is set into the floor near the window. The space is minimal, clean, and classic, reflecting simple, historic American home design.
Basement Laundry Area
Concrete floors and rough-textured whitewashed walls define this basement laundry area. Exposed ceiling joists and ductwork showcase the home’s utilitarian structure. Two modern white Whirlpool appliances—a washer and dryer—stand side by side under silent recessed lighting. A small window with glass block allows natural light, contrasting with the otherwise dimly lit space. A rustic wooden staircase with unfinished treads ascends along one wall, supported by vertical wooden beams. Copper piping and valve fixtures are visible, adding an industrial touch. A utility sink is tucked next to the appliances, while a white bucket with tools sits beside the stairs, reflecting functional use.
Listing Agent: Matthew Justin Meek of Homefield Realty via Zillow