Saint Paul, Saint Paul MN — neighborhood review

Saint Paul, MN

Saint Paul · Ramsey County · MN 55104

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$318K

Median Price

85/100

Walk Score

9/10

Schools

13 min

to Minneapolis, MN

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
ASchools
90/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
B+Walkability
85/100
WYLT Score72/100

Our Take

Saint Paul 55104 offers a short, 13‑minute drive to Minneapolis and decent transit, but walkability is poor and school ratings are low. It’s affordable compared to the city average, but the crime rate is moderate and nightlife is limited.

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The Good

  • Quick commute to Minneapolis (13 minutes by car)
  • Median home price ($277,300) is below the Twin Cities average
  • Public transit options are reasonable (Transit Score 50)
  • Neighborhood has several parks and green spaces

Real Talk

  • !Walkability is low; you’ll need a car for most errands
  • !Crime rates (violent and property) are moderate for the area
  • !School ratings average around 6.1, lower than many other neighborhoods
  • !Nightlife and dining are limited compared to downtown Minneapolis
  • $Higher property taxes than the state average
  • $Older homes may need significant maintenance
  • $Parking fees can add to commute costs when traveling downtown

Best For

young professionalscommuterspublic transit userspet owners

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Saint Paul, MN

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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