Known for its gorgeous scenery, snowy winters, and historic charm, Saint Paul, MN, is a vibrant Midwestern city. With an innovative food scene, landmarks like the Minnesota State Capitol and the Landmark Center, entertainment options like the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts and the Minnesota Wild NHL Team, and outdoor activities such as the Como Park Zoo and riverfront parks, there’s plenty to love about Saint Paul. For example, the median home sale price is $262,500, while the average rent in Saint Paul is $1,367.
There are many historic, vibrant, and charming neighborhoods that make the city of Saint Paul what it is today. And with all the neighborhoods Saint Paul has to offer, you may be curious which area you should rent or buy a home in. Here’s an ultimate guide to Saint Paul’s popular neighborhoods (listed alphabetically).
1. Battle Creek
Named after Battle Creek that runs through the area, Battle Creek is located on the southeast side of Saint Paul and is home to Battle Creek Regional Park where you’ll find walking and biking trails, a pavilion, aquatic center, and more. There are also a few shopping centers along the northern boundaries of the neighborhood. If you’re living in Battle Creek, you’ll likely need a car as the Walk Score is 40 and the Bike Score is 48. The housing options in the Battle Creek neighborhood are a mix of single-family homes and apartment complexes.
Median Sale Price: $322,500
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,098 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,334
Homes for sale in Battle Creek | Apartments for rent in Battle Creek
2. Battle Creek-Highwood
The Battle Creek-Highwood area encompasses several neighborhoods, including Battle Creek. In the larger area you’ll find parks like Pig’s Eye Island Heron Rookery Scientific and Natural Area and Pigs Eye Lake, perfect for exploring no matter where you’re living in Saint Paul. Battle Creek-Highwood is mainly single-family homes.
Median Sale Price: $270,000
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3. Como Park
Como Park is home to its namesake park, Como Park, which features a golf course, zoo, a glasshouse built 1915, scenic overlook at Lake Como, and plenty of historic spots and walking trails. While primarily a residential neighborhood, there are some great local restaurants and cafes in the area. You can find townhouses, condos, apartments, and plenty of single-family homes in Como Park.
Median Sale Price: $300,000
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,251 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,459
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4. Dayton’s Bluff
Just east of Downtown is Dayton’s Bluff, a large neighborhood home to Indian Mounds Park, which has hiking trails, riverfront views, and picnic spots. You’ll find several other parks and recreation options in the area, as well as lots of shops and restaurants along East 7th Street. Dayton’s Bluff is somewhat walkable and bikeable – the Walk Score is 50 and the Bike Score is 59. Dayton’s Bluff is a historic neighborhood, so you’ll find a lot of historic homes and houses built during the mid-1800s. There are also newer homes and apartments.
Median Sale Price: $215,000
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,225 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,510
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5. Downtown
Downtown is the heart of Saint Paul, home to landmarks like the Landmark Center, the Science Museum of Minnesota, the James J. Hill House, Palace Theatre, and much more. There are several parks in the area including the waterfront Kellogg Mall Park and Mears Park in the center of the city. You’ll also find lots of restaurants, shops, breweries, and museums in Downtown. Downtown Saint Paul is the most walkable neighborhood in the city with a Walk Score of 91. Public transit and biking are also good options – the Transit Score is 74 and the Bike Score is 70. Downtown Saint Paul offers many housing options, including apartments, homes, condos, and lofts. Many of the buildings are historic, or have recently-upgraded modern interiors.
Median Sale Price: $166,000
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,312 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $2,288
Homes for sale in Downtown Saint Paul | Apartments for rent in Downtown Saint Paul
6. North Frogtown
The Frogtown neighborhood comprises many sub-neighborhoods – North Frogtown, South Frogtown, and West Frogtown. North Frogtown is primarily a residential area, but you can find a few parks and recreation areas. It’s a walkable and bikeable area, with a Walk Score of 78 and Bike Score of 79. North Frogtown consists mainly of single-family homes.
Median Sale Price: $255,000
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7. Greater East Side
If you’re looking for an apartment in Saint Paul, make sure to check out Greater East Side. Greater East Side is a large neighborhood with many sub neighborhoods, including Prosperity Heights, Western Hazel Park, and Hillcrest. There are plenty of parks like Sackett Park, Beaver Park, and Frost Lake Park. There are also lots of restaurants, coffee shops, and cafes along White Bear Ave, in the northern part of the area. Since the area is so vast, there are plenty of single-family homes, apartments, and condos in Greater East Side.
Median Sale Price: $249,053
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $825 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $965
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8. Hamline-Midway
Hamline-Midway is home to Hamline University and has a great blend of residential and commercial areas. You’ll find lots of restaurants, breweries, cafes, museums, and parks located throughout the neighborhood. Hamline-Midway is a great area to get around if you have a bike, since the Bike Score is 87. Walking is also a good option as the Walk Score is 77. You can find a lot of single-family homes built during the 20th century as well as condos and apartments.
Median Sale Price: $269,250
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9. Highland Park
Located in Southwestern Saint Paul, Highland Park is known for its parks and green spaces like Hidden Falls Regional Park, Ford Dam Scenic Overlook, Crosby Farm Regional Park, and Pike Island. There are also plenty of restaurants and shops throughout the neighborhood. There are lots of single-family homes and apartments in Highland Park.
Median Sale Price: $430,000
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,313 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $2,875
homes for sale in Highland Park | apartments for rent in Highland Park
10. Macalester-Groveland
Just north of Highland Park is the Macalester-Groveland neighborhood which is primarily a residential neighborhood. There are several restaurants, shops, and parks in the area as well as Macalester College. The Macalester-Groveland neighborhood is a good area for those looking to bike or walk to nearby stores and restaurants. The majority of homes in Macalester-Groveland are single-family homes.
Median Sale Price: $385,000
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,035 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,300
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11. Merriam Park-Lexington-Hamline
Merriam Park-Lexington-Hamline comprises the Merriam Park, Union Park, and Lexington-Hamline areas. There are plenty of parks, shops, and restaurants to check out in this neighborhood. You’ll find single-family homes with a range of architectural details as well as apartments and townhomes in the Merriam Park-Lexington-Hamline neighborhood.
Median Sale Price: $388,250
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,012 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,336
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12. North End
North End is located north of Downtown and is home to lots of great parks and green spaces like Loeb Lake, Willow Reserve, Trout Brook Nature Sanctuary, and Marydale Park. You’ll find a lot of local restaurants along Rice Street. There are apartments and single-family homes in the North End neighborhood.
Median Sale Price: $197,500
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,100 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,287
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13. North of Maryland
At the top of the North End area is North of Maryland, a residential neighborhood with a few parks, recreational areas, and local restaurants. It’s also located on the border of nearby Maplewood, MN.
Median Sale Price: $213,500
Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,287
Homes for sale in North of Maryland | Apartments for rent in North of Maryland
14. Payne-Phalen
Payne-Phalen is a large neighborhood with a mix of residential, commercial, and outdoor recreational spots. You’ll find local spots like Lake Phalen which includes Phalen Regional Park, Phalen Park Amphitheater, as well as gardens, options for lakefront activities, and much more. There are lots of great cafes, pubs and breweries, restaurants, and local shops in the neighborhood. The Payne-Phalen neighborhood has lots of housing options – think single-family homes, townhouses, duplexes, triplexes, and apartments.
Median Sale Price: $225,250
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,158 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,268
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15. Saint Anthony Park
The Saint Anthony Park neighborhood is located on the border of Minneapolis. There are lots of parks like Langford Park and Saint Anthony Park, as well as restaurants, breweries, and cafes. Saint Anthony Park is a biker’s paradise as the Bike Score is 82. It’s also relatively walkable with a Walk Score of 69. The majority of the housing options are single-family homes and apartments.
Median Sale Price: $392,450
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,390 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $2,253
Homes for sale in Saint Anthony Park | Apartments for rent in Saint Anthony Park
16. South Frogtown
Part of the larger Frogtown area, South Frogtown is primarily a residential neighborhood with some shops and restaurants along University Avenue West. South Frogtown is the second most walkable neighborhood in Saint Paul with a Walk Score of 86. It’s also a pretty good area for those getting around via bike.
Median Sale Price: $177,700
17. Summit Hill
Summit Hill is a historic Saint Paul neighborhood featuring stately Gilded Age mansions, like the Minnesota Governor’s Residence. You’ll find a few parks in the area as well as a lot of quaint cafes, bakeries, and restaurants along Grand Avenue. Summit Hill is relatively walkable with a Walk Score of 77. The Bike Score is 68, but there aren’t a lot of options for public transit.
The homes in Summit Hill come in a variety of architectural styles – Tudor, Victorian, and Craftsman – and were often built in the 19th and 20th centuries. Many are historic and still have original details like stained glass, intricate woodwork, and were carefully maintained throughout the years. You’ll also find townhomes, condos, and apartments located in the neighborhood.
Median Sale Price: $437,450
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,035 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,595
18. Summit-University
The Summit-University neighborhood has a great mix of commercial streets with shops, restaurants, and cafes, as well as residential streets with homes and apartments. There are some parks and green spaces in the area like Carty Park and Western Sculpture Park. Summit-University is also just west of Downtown, so you’re never far from the hustle and bustle of Saint Paul. Summit-University is also the city’s fifth most walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 87. There are a lot of historic homes as well as more modern single-family homes in Summit-University. You’ll also find apartments, condos, and townhouses in the area.
Median Sale Price: $300,500
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,025 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,195
Homes for sale in Summit-University | Apartments for rent in Summit-University
19. West Frogtown
West Frogtown is primarily a residential neighborhood with a few restaurants in the area. The West Frogtown neighborhood is relatively walkable and bikeable with a Walk Score of 76 and a Bike Score of 72.
Median Sale Price: $266,500
Homes for sale in West Frogtown | Apartments for rent in West Frogtown
20. West Seventh
Next to Downtown, bordering the Mississippi River, is West Seventh. The neighborhood is characterized by the Mississippi National River & Recreation Area, which is 72 miles of kayaking, hiking, canoeing, and other riverfront activities. There are many restaurants, coffee shops, and cafes located throughout the neighborhood you can explore in your free time. Biking is a great option to get around in West Seventh since the Bike Score is 77. It’s also pretty walkable with a Walk Score of 69. West Seventh is another historic Saint Paul neighborhood with historic homes in Craftsman, Colonial, and Victorian styles. You’ll find lots of tree-lined streets with charming homes, condos, and apartments.
Median Sale Price: $273,750
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,527 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,986
Homes for sale in West Seventh | Apartments for rent in West Seventh
21. West Side
West Side is just across the river from Downtown Saint Paul and is known for its history and parks. You’ll find scenic spots like High Bridge Overlook, the Wabasha Street Caves, Harriet Island Regional Park, the Brickyard Hiking Trail, and Raspberry Island. There are also lots of restaurants in District Del Sol and events throughout the year like the annual Cinco de Mayo Festival. There are a mix of apartments and townhomes in West Side, but the majority of the housing options are single-family homes. You can find historic homes and more modern houses, ranging in style from bungalow to Craftsman and Victorian.
Median Sale Price: $245,000
Average Rent for 1-Bedroom Apartment: $1,416 | Average Rent for 2-Bedroom Apartment: $1,695
Homes for sale in West Side | Apartments for rent in West Side
Methodology: All neighborhoods must be listed as a “neighborhood” on Redfin.com. Median home sale price data from the Redfin Data Center during February 2023. Average rental data from Rent.com during February 2023. Walk Score, Bike Score, and Transit Score from Walkscore.com during February 2023.
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