Side-by-Side
829 Brown Avenue, West Saint Paul, MN 55107
For Sale
$345,000
Residential Income, West Saint Paul, MN
Property Size1,842 SF
Lot Size0.72 Acres
Price / SF$187.30
Days on Market60
Property Features for 829 Brown Avenue
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Listing Agency:
Metzen Realty and Associates CO.
(651) 455-2214
Listed By:
Travis Metzen
(763) 521-9500
Added: Sep 11
Changed: Oct 29
Last Checked: Nov 9 at 12:06PM
MLS# 7139516
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Investment Insights
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This 1,842-square-foot duplex, built in 1937, consists of two side-by-side residences. Each unit has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, along with hardwood floors, basement storage, and laundry. Separate electric meters serve the units. The property occupies a 0.72-acre lot with a detached garage and driveway parking.
Improvements include a roof replacement in 2018 and a chimney liner installed in 2023. The 829 unit received a water heater in 2022, while the 831 unit had new kitchen flooring installed in 2024.
The property offers access to parks, Robert Street, Highway 52, and downtown Saint Paul.
Improvements include a roof replacement in 2018 and a chimney liner installed in 2023. The 829 unit received a water heater in 2022, while the 831 unit had new kitchen flooring installed in 2024.
The property offers access to parks, Robert Street, Highway 52, and downtown Saint Paul.
Key Highlights
- Two side‑by‑side units, each with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom
- 1,842 square feet on a 0.72‑acre lot
- Separate electric meters for the units
Financial Insights
Estimated NOI and Cap Rate
NOI / Yr
$26,913
Cap Rate
7.80%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$538,260
$538.3K
Cap Rate 7%
$384,471
$384.5K
Cap Rate 9%
$299,033
$299.0K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,842 SF
Gross rent
$40.9K $22.20/SF
− Vacancy
−$2.4K −$1.33/SF
EGI
$38.4K $20.87/SF
− OpEx
−$11.5K −$6.26/SF
NOI
$26.9K $14.61/SF
Area
Ramsey County, MN
Vacancy
5.98%
Lease Rate
$22.20 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$538,260
Cap Rate 7%
$384,471
Cap Rate 9%
$299,033
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$384.5K
$336.4K – $448.6K
NOI $26,913 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.80%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$353.1K
$309.0K – $412.0K
NOI $24,719 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.16%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$439.5K
$384.5K – $512.7K
NOI $30,762 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.92%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with authorities.
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Lease Details
2
Residential units
Yes
Highway access
Yes
Paved road access
Yes
Utilities to site
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Trade Area within ½ mile
323
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Demographics for 55107, MN
15,383
Population
6,063
Households
2.5
Avg Household Size
34
Median Age
31%
College-Educated
89%
High-School Grad
4.1 sq mi
ZIP Area
3,752
Density / Sq Mi
$78,125
Median Household Income
$46,197
Median Earnings
$1,335
Median Rent
$259,900
Median Home Value
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Frequently Asked Questions
What type of property is this?
Duplex - Each residence has two bedrooms, one bathroom, basement storage, and laundry.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 829 Brown Avenue West Saint Paul, MN.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $345,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two side‑by‑side units, each with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom; 1,842 square feet on a 0.72‑acre lot; Separate electric meters for the units
