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$104,138$90 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $27,100 on Jan 30, 2009

1256 RICE ST

SAINT PAUL, MN 55117
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,155 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
4,250 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1921
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$104K
$99K low$109K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$27,100 · Jan 30, 2009
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$104,138
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$83,310

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,492 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$168,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$156,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$168,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyRAMSEY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1973
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Washington Technology High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
E
Bruce Vento Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Washington Technology Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: St. Paul Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 55117These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.7

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.42,053
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,427 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,230
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,633
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1256 Rice St measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 98% of homes in Ramsey County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Ramsey County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Ramsey County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Saint Paul 55117

What homes are worth in Saint Paul 55117

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$81K$477K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Saint Paul 55117.

How it measures up in Saint Paul 55117

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Paul 55117.

Estimated value$104,138
CheaperTypical $202,608Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$90
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,155 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,154 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size4,250 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1921
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 1256 Rice St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth EndSaint Paul 55117Ramsey County
Estimated valuepricier than$104,13812% of homes9% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$909% of homes5% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,155 ft²58% of homes50% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,250 ft²10% of homes6% of homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than192141% of homes18% of homes20% of homes

About 1256 Rice St

How much is 1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN is $104,138 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $98,888 to $109,388. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN last sell?

1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN last sold on Jan 30, 2009 for $27,100, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN?

1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,155 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN built?

1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN was built in 1921, making it 105 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN?

1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN is assigned to Washington Technology High School (high), rated D; Bruce Vento Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Washington Technology Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in St. Paul Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN compare to other homes in Saint Paul 55117?

Among the 11,336 homes in Saint Paul 55117, it is worth more than 9% of them ($104,138 against a typical $202,608), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($90 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,155 ft² against a typical 1,154 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (4,250 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1921 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Ramsey County, it is worth more than 2% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1256 Rice St, Saint Paul, MN was $3,492. The county assessed it at $168,200.

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