688 Birch Lane S, Saint Paul, MN 55126
Status: Off Market
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FABULOUS LOCATION - STEPS FROM TURTLE LAKE - MV SCHOOLS - SUPERB NEIGHBORHOOD! Absolutely meticulous brick and stucco rambler that has been thoughtfully updated while retaining its original charm and character - plus a fantastic vintage vibe - and it's bigger than it looks! The bright and airy living room showcases brand new carpet, fresh paint and west facing windows for abundance of natural light. The classic, sun filled eat-in kitchen anchors the home and features brand new flooring, gas stove & dishwasher and updated LED color lighting. You'll love the main floor family room with flawless paneling and brick gas fireplace, walkout to the side patio/yard, and east/west windows that bring the beauty of the outdoors in. Three generous sized bedrooms and a vintage full bath in excellent condition complete the main floor. HUGE OPPORTUNITY in the expansive lower level with potential for a future family room and 2 additional bedrooms - a partial framing and a 3/4 bath is already place. Build equity and increase your living space by 800+square feet... it's ready for your future plans! Another awesome feature is the large front parking pad on Birch Street AND a rear 2 car garage in the in the no outlet alley. The oversized garage offers a brand new insulated garage door and opener, 12ft ceilings, and a concrete driveway. Entertain outdoors on the side patio with built-in natural gas grill and you'll love the fenced yard for the kids and pets to play! Perfect 10+ location - walking distance to popular recreational Turtle Lake, the park offers a playground, beach and boat landing, Chippewa Middle School, and just minutes to Hwy 96/Hodgson shops & Kowalski's grocery. BRAND NEW carpet and flooring, fresh paint throughout, new front door, and dishwasher 2026, updated light fixtures. Central vacuum, Hunter Douglas custom blinds, gutter helmet on gutters, one exterior spigot connected to well to service the lawn and gardens. A solid home, custom built - first time on the market.
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Rice/Hodgson to Birch St, west to home.
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