470 Mississippi River Boulevard N, Saint Paul, MN 55104
$1,820,000
Property Type: Residential Bedrooms: 7 Baths: 8 Square Footage: 10,832 Lot Size (sq. ft.): 22,651 Status: Closed
Current Price: $1,820,000 List Date: 2/14/2025 Last Modified: 6/26/2026
Overview
Description
... (Read more) A storybook home with a rich history, sitting proudly overlooking the Mississippi. This is a rare opportunity to write the next chapter of this remarkable residence. Over ½ acres, 3 city lots, well elevated to provide sweeping views of the river from the many windows, verandas and the stately grounds.
Meticulously maintained, updated and enhanced by its current owners. Known as the Longfellow Manor, this home was built in 1933 by the granddaughter of the famous poet, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow. This Federal-Style classic is a perfect blend of vintage architecture blended with comprehensive updates, to provide an exceptional residence honoring its past while enjoying the modern comforts of today. See Supplement with many updates, most recent (2024) a new roof and former pool now a beautifully landscaped yard. This home is a product of a collaboration between John Kraemer and Sons, along with Design by Charlie and Co. This home has been celebrated and is the winner of the 2010 Twin Cities Parade of Homes Dream House of the Year!!
Features abound…both inside and outside. A truly grand entry with spectacular circular staircase welcomes you and sets the tone. A remarkable living room, spacious gourmet kitchen, fabulous formal dining room and a first-floor family room with hidden bar that will excite and delight! The many, updated Marvin windows provide sweeping views of the mighty Mississippi, while also inviting in the homes private, park like yard and artfully integrated patios.
The second floor is sensational. Accessible by two staircases. A primary suite with 2 fireplaces, two primary bathrooms, a spacious sitting or dressing room and Mississippi River views. 3 additional, spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. One ensuite and another services the additional 2 bedrooms. All rooms enjoy natural light and optimal views.
Additionally, a delightful 3rd floor complete with 2 bedrooms, a full bathroom, a billiard room, a cedar closet and a spacious (33 x 20) space that can be an ideal, upper level family room or spacious office.
The Basement provides storage galore while housing the updated mechanicals.
The setting and grounds are simply enchanting! Enjoy a park like, level side yard which is fully fenced and a pet paradise. A backyard, rear patio, also ideal for entertaining. The front yard is spacious and stately…boasting a fire pit, fountain, professional landscaping and more.
The final touches are a heated two car garage beneath a wonderful carriage house complete with full bath and kitchen. It will delight! Also, deeded off street parking spaces adjacent to the garage off the alley.
This home truly has it all!
Listing Details MLS# 6670293
General Property Information
- Common Wall
- No
- Lot Measurement
- Acres
- Manufactured Home?
- No
- Multiple PIDs?
- No
- New Development
- No
- Number of Fireplaces
- 9
- Other Parking Spaces
- 5
- Waterfront YN
- No
- Year Built
- 1933
- Yearly/Seasonal
- Yearly
- Zoning
- Residential-Single Family
- Bath Full
- 2
- Bath Three Quarters
- 3
- Bath Half
- 3
- Main Floor Total SqFt
- 2420
- Above Grd Total SqFt
- 8383
- Below Grd Total SqFt
- 2449
- Total SqFt
- 10832
- Total Finished Sqft
- 9440.00
- FireplaceYN
- Yes
- Lake/Waterfront Name
- Mississippi River
- Style
- (SF) Single Family
- Foundation Size
- 2662
- Power Company
- Xcel Energy
- Garage Stalls
- 2
- Lot Dimensions
- 140x149x163x149
- Acres
- 0.52
- Assessment Pending
- No
Property Features
Accessible: None Air Conditioning: Central Air Amenities Unit: Balcony; Hardwood Floors; In-Ground Sprinkler; Kitchen Window; Natural Woodwork; Patio; Porch; Security System; Tile Floors; Walk-In Closet; Washer/Dryer Hookup Appliances: Dishwasher; Disposal; Dryer; Freezer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Washer Basement: Drain Tiled; Full Bath Description: Main Floor 1/2 Bath; Upper Level 3/4 Bath; Upper Level Full Bath; Full Primary; Private Primary; Two Primary Baths; Separate Tub & Shower Construction Materials: Brick; Concrete; Stone Construction Status: Previously Owned Dining Room Description: Breakfast Area; Eat In Kitchen; Separate/Formal Dining Room Exterior: Brick/Stone Family Room Characteristics: 2 or More; Main Level Fencing: Split Rail Financing Terms: Cash Fireplace Characteristics: Family Room; Living Room; Primary Bedroom; Wood Burning Foundation: Other Fuel: Natural Gas Heating: Boiler; Forced Air; Hot Water Laundry: Upper Level Lot Description: Corner Lot; Public Transit (w/in 6 blks); Tree Coverage - Light Outbuildings: Guest House Parking Characteristics: Garage Door Opener; Heated Garage Road Frontage: City Street Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road Roof: Age 8 Years or Less; Asphalt Shingles Sellers Terms: Cash; Conventional Sewer: City Sewer/Connected Special Search: 4 BR on One Level Stories: More Than 2 Stories Water: City Water/Connected Waterfront Type: River View Waterfront View: River; West
Contract Information
- Off Market Date
- 2025-05-21
- Contingency
- None
- Closed Date
- 2025-06-06
- Original List Price
- 2185000
- Sales Close Price
- 1820000
- ListPrice
- 2145000
- Owner is an Agent?
- Yes
- Auction?
- No
Location Tax and Other Information
- House Number
- 470
- Street Name
- Mississippi River
- Street Suffix
- Boulevard
- Street Direction Suffix
- N
- Postal City
- Saint Paul
- County
- Ramsey
- State
- MN
- Zip Code
- 55104
- Complex/Dev/Subdivision
- Merriam Park/Lexington-Hamline
Assessments
- Tax With Assessments
- 28780
Basement
- Foundation Dimensions
- 64 x 39
More Information
Building Information
- Finished SqFt Above Ground
- 6991
- Finished SqFt Below Ground
- 2449
Lease Details
- Land Leased
- Not Applicable
Miscellaneous Information
- Homestead
- Yes
Ownership
- Fractional Ownership
- No
Parking Characteristics
- Garage Dimensions
- 28 x 27
- Garage Door Height
- 7
- Garage Square Feet
- 756
Room Information
| Room Name | Dimensions | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Fourth (4th) Bedroom | 17 x 13 | Second |
| Third (3rd) Bedroom | 18 x 13 | Second |
| Sixth (6th) Bedroom | 16 x 16 | Third |
| Fifth (5th) Bedroom | 17 x 14 | Third |
| Office | 33 x 19 | Third |
| Billiard Room | 18 x 16 | Third |
| Guest House | 22 x 17 | Upper |
| Foyer | 23 x 16 | Main |
| Dining Room | 19 x 17 | Main |
| Living Room | 37 x 19 | Main |
| Kitchen | 20 x 18 | Main |
| Family Room | 17 x 11 | Main |
| Second (2nd) Bedroom | 19 x 18 | Second |
| First (1st) Bedroom | 37 x 19 | Second |

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Realty - Lakes
Last Updated: June - 26 - 2026
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