88 Leech Street, Saint Paul, MN 55102

Property Description

Great Income Producer!Historic Charm Meets Modern Luxury. Welcome to 88 South Leech Street, Saint Paul, MN. Built in 1880, this meticulously maintained, pre-turn-of-the-century duplex blends historic character with extensive premium updates. Perfect for investors or owner-occupant in a prime West 7th Avenue location. This unique neighborhood is a welcome retreat from the hustle and bustle of the cities. Tucked away, with a short walk to the Mississippi River or Irvine Park, you feel like you're in a small city on the Mississippi River many decades ago surrounded by restored turn-of-the-century homes with front porches.Premium Property Updates? Exterior: New roof 2023, siding, fascia, soffit, and select windows 2024.? Interior: Fresh paint throughout every room. Beautifully refinished original hardwood floors, new baseboard trim, and classic crown molding in Unit 1.? Appliances: Green energy-efficient stainless-steel appliances, and brand-new refrigerator in Unit 2. Brand new upgraded stackable washer and dryer in both units.? Climate: Newer, high-powered portable window AC units included for both levels. Two in Unit 2 and one in Unit 1 stays with the home.Unit Layouts & Highlights? Main Level: Spacious long hallway with tech/office nook, library or coffee/cocktail bar. Features a fully remodeled luxury bath in Unit 1. New tub/shower, floating sink, upgraded ceramic tiling and new toilet. Large modern kitchen with new granite countertops, cabinets, stainless-steel appliances. and upgraded new flooring in kitchen and hallway. Original 1800 hardwood flooring in living room and bedroom newly sanded and stained. Looks almost brand new. New select window in Unit 1.? Upper Level: Fully remodeled kitchen with a deep Kohler sink, 2024 stainless appliances and new stainless-steel refrigerator. New cabinets, hardware, upgraded faucet and upgraded flooring. Original restored hardwood flooring in living room and bedroom. Outside door on this upper level leads to a cozy sitting deck and stairs leading to the full sun backyard, great for gardens. Full stairway leads to an extra-large stand-up attic. Unfinished attic currently used for storage. Future expansion possibilities include an additional bedroom, library, gaming or media room. Second bedroom has an ensuite feel as it has a door leading to an additional possible bedroom office or family room off of this bedroom. This could be possibly made into a legal 3rd bedroom, making Unit 2 a three-bedroom apartment.? Windows: Five new windows in Unit 2.Spacious front bedroom with solid 6 panel oak doors. All doors in home are solid oak.Outdoor Oasis & Historic Shed? The Yard: Private, quiet sunny backyard with a restored covered deck, and additional large deck attached and vibrant perennial gardens. Perennials and annuals grow on the north side of the property backyard adjacent to the fence and on the southern and western sides of the home. See pictures of perennials in virtual tour which i