Saint Paul, Saint Paul MN — neighborhood review

Saint Paul, MN

Saint Paul · Ramsey County · MN 55105

Updated August 5, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$470K

Median Price

81/100

Walk Score

9/10

Schools

15 min

to Minneapolis, MN

Score Breakdown

CAffordability
63/100
D+Safety
55/100
ASchools
90/100
CQuietness
60/100
ACommute
100/100
B+Walkability
81/100
WYLT Score75/100

Our Take

Saint Paul offers a short, cheap commute into Minneapolis and houses that are more affordable than the Twin City core, but the area feels very car‑dependent and lacks vibrant public transit. If you’re looking for a quieter, suburban feel with reasonable prices, it’s okay for now, but it may not grow into a great long‑term home for everyone.

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The Good

  • Affordable housing compared to Minneapolis
  • 15‑minute commute to downtown Minneapolis
  • Low flood risk (Zone X)
  • Generally safe residential neighborhoods

Real Talk

  • !Walk score is only 42, so you’ll need a car for most errands
  • !Public transit options are minimal, score 20 out of 100
  • !The area has a noticeably low Asian population, indicating limited diversity
  • !Median home value is high relative to median income; future price swings could hit you
  • $Car ownership costs (gas, insurance, parking)
  • $Potential HOA fees for condos or townhomes
  • $High property taxes typical of Minnesota

Best For

young professionalscommutersfirst‑time homebuyersremote workers

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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