561 Cretin Avenue S, Saint Paul, MN 55116 - The Ehrenberg Real Estate Group

$520,000

Pampered & loved for two decades by the same owners, this exceptional 4-Bedroom/2-Bath home is brimming with charm and updated beauty. From the moment you enter, you’ll be delighted with the sun-drenched, meticulously maintained character and the great amenities offered by this stylish home. An arched entryway leads from the… Read More foyer to the handsome living room, accented with lovely hardwood floors, a stone fireplace, a display niche, and coved ceilings. A bay window has a window seat, and there are also two windows flanking the fireplace to bathe the space in natural light. Hardwood floors extend into the dining room for continuity and style. Your guests will move easily to the spacious dining room, accented with eye-catching overhead lighting, coved ceilings and hardwood floors. There is access to the screened porch where you can dine on mild summer nights! The kitchen is open to the dining room for your serving ease. The kitchen is complete with abundant cabinetry, expanses of sensible workspace, tiled floors, and newer stainless steel appliances. A side door provides access to the driveway and garage for bringing in the groceries! Two well-proportioned bedrooms, each with hardwood floors and generous closets, are grouped on the main level with a tiled full bath. Note the classic appeal of the tilework, combined with the modern look of the pedestal sink. Travel to the upper level to find yet more comfortable living! The landing provides a cozy spot to create a home office or reading area. There is a functional den/family room, and a bedroom with hardwood floors that leads to flex space, currently used for exercise equipment. There is a walk-in closet, and a bathroom could be easily added, the plumbing and stack are already there! Escape to the private, lower level owner’s suite! This peaceful retreat boasts a large bedroom with an egress window, recessed lighting, and beautiful laminate floors. A spacious dressing room/closet offers a built-in dresser, 2 closets, and rods for hanging your garments. The spa-like three-quarter bath has beautiful tiled walls, a large sink with dual faucets, and storage for your towels and cosmetics. The laundry room is finished, and adding to your comfort, there is a sump pump and drain tile, plus heated floors in the lower level bedroom, closets, bathroom and laundry! Plenty of super storage too. The backyard is a peaceful oasis, with wood privacy fencing, lush lawn, and a large patio for summer barbecues, outdoor entertaining, or for a place to relax with your morning coffee. Your car and garden tools will be protected from the elements in the newer, oversized two-car garage, with loft storage. There is a large concrete apron for extra off-street parking. So many amazing updates for you, including new windows between 2008-2012, and a new roof in 2024. Move right in and enjoy! Read Less

Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Sep 9, 2025

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Square Ft.

2,299

Lot Size

0.14 Acres

Year Built

1941

MLS Number

NST6773528

Additional Details

Amenities

Amenities Unit: Ceiling Fan(s), Hardwood Floors, Kitchen Window, Primary Bedroom Walk-In Closet, Patio, Porch, Tile Floors, Washer/Dryer Hookup, Walk-In Closet

Appliances & Equipment

Description: "Dishwasher", "Microwave", "Range", "Refrigerator", "Stainless Steel Appliances"

Basement

Description: "Drain Tiled", "Egress Window(s)", "Finished", "Full", "Sump Pump", "Tile Shower"

Building

Finished Area Above Grade: 1597, Area: 2299, Building Area: 2693, Construction Materials: "Brick/Stone", "Other", "Wood Siding", Levels: "One and One Half", Year Built: 1941, Manufactured Home: No

Cooling

Details: "Central Air", "Window Unit(s)"

Dining Room

Description: Separate/Formal Dining Room

Fence

Description: "Full", "Privacy", "Wood"

Fireplaces

Total Fireplaces: 1

Garage

Spaces: 2, Garage Square Feet: 440

Heating

Heating: "Forced Air", "Radiant Floor"

Home Owner's Association

Fee: 0

Property

Present Use: Yearly

Pool

Features: "None"

Roof

Description: "Age 8 Years or Less"

Sewer

Sewer: "City Sewer/Connected"

Utilities

Water Source: "City Water/Connected", Fuel: Natural Gas

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