Saint Paul Home News

According to Realtors, more and more prospective home buyers are making neighborhood walkability a priority in their search for a residence. Along with bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage, the "walkability" of a home's neighborhood is a hot topic among many house hunters. Real estate agents say the walkability factor has become more prominent for a variety of reasons, including increased gas prices, concern for the environment, even the convenience of having a choice to take a leis...

New numbers from around the Twin Cities metro area indicate home construction is beginning to pick up. After reaching record lows in 2008 and 2009, officials are cautiously hopeful about new home construction over summer.According to the Builders Association of the Twin Cities, Blaine was the leader for July in the number of building permits issued with 28, followed by Maple Grove with 26, Woodbury with 17, Hugo with 14, and Shakopee with 12.For the total number of units permitted in July, Blain...

The Zero Down Loan is Back for Minnesota First Time Home Buyers!Tough to save money in this day and age, isn’t it?  Now, try to buy a house, save money and deal with life.  Goodness, we've had many people plan weddings and start new jobs – that must be a saving nightmare.  Save no more … well, at least for the down payment!  MN Housing has introduced the Affordable Advantage program.  This is a great alternative to the very popular FHA loan.  Curr...

St. Paul Mayor Chris Coleman wants to hold the line on property taxes next year for St. Paul homeowners, and maybe even reduce the total taxes and fees they pay for essential services.Following tax increases, often with service cuts, every year he's been in office, Coleman on Wednesday declared a sort of victory over the city's seemingly perpetual budget shortfall. He proposed a $531.6 million spending plan for 2011 that not only keeps the property tax levy flat but also slightly increases fundi...

The Hastings Economic Development and Redevelopment Authority is hoping a $10,000 marketing study will help them to promote current businesses and try to attract new ones.Hastings, with its population of about 22,000, is split between Dakota and Washington counties. With its small stature, Hastings is ready to battle the perception that it is too small and too far away from Minneapolis and St. Paul. The city wants to emphasize its small-town, family-friendly atmosphere and easy access to big-cit...

Check out MLS # 3851445This single-family home is located at 1520 Earle Way in Burnsville, MN. This modified 2-story home was built in 1994. It has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,750-square-feet of space. This home features hardwood flooring, vaulted ceilings, and plenty of natural lighting. It is an excellent value at a tremendous location! This short sale has been pre-negotiated with the lender and is ready to close! It could be yours for $189,900!Browse more Burnsville MN Real Estate and home...

The Pioneer Press recently published an article about the small-scale retailers that have helped reinvigorate the neighborhood of Merriam Park in St. Paul. Local business owners and entrepreneurs have brought much needed food, retailers, and services to places where they could truly benefit the community.For decades Marshall Avenue was a bustling streetcar route, a major artery that crossed the Mississippi River to link the Twin Cities. Shops focused on everyday needs, even after buses replaced ...

Vacant and foreclosed houses and buildings in Saint Paul have started sprouting political campaign signs. One of the first people to notice the signs was a real estate agent who found a campaign sign for Ramsey County Sheriff Bob Fletcher on the lawn of a foreclosed St. Paul home. As sheriff, his office has a role in the foreclosure process. Gazing down the block, more signs were planted outside vacant houses. Though it may seem funny or harmless, it is a violation of Minnesota law to put signs ...