Median list price and median days on market from Realtor.com Research Data · reporting period ending Jul 2026. Individual homes vary; verified figures only.
The area
Highland Park combines walkable village shopping, Mississippi River bluffs, and some of St. Paul's most coveted classic homes. A favorite of families and professionals who want a quiet, established neighborhood with quick access to downtown.
What you can expect in Highland Park
- Mostly single-family homes from the 1920s–1950s on tidy lots.
- Median list price around $580K, with median days on market around 37.
- 10–15 min to downtown St. Paul, 20 min to downtown Minneapolis, 15 min to MSP airport.
- Lifestyle: Saturday farmers markets at Highland Park; River Road biking and walking trails; Local favorites: Cecil's Deli, Highland Grill, Punch Pizza.
- St. Paul Public Schools (Highland Park Senior High), plus strong private options.
- Overall feel: Tree-lined elegance in St. Paul.
What buyers often compare here
- Larger single-family homes and executive housing
- Shorter commutes into downtown Minneapolis or St. Paul
- Walkable retail, cafes, and neighborhood parks
- More lot size, privacy, and outdoor space
- Historic housing stock and architectural character
- Lake and river access, boating, and waterfront proximity
Why people live here
- ●Well-established St. Paul Public Schools and private options like Cretin-Derham Hall
- ●Highland Village shopping with Lunds, restaurants, and boutique retail
- ●Highland Park 9-hole and 18-hole golf courses plus the new aquatic center
- ●Easy commute via Ayd Mill Rd, I-35E, and Highway 5
- ●Historic Tudor, Colonial, and Cape Cod housing stock with strong appreciation
Lifestyle
- Saturday farmers markets at Highland Park
- River Road biking and walking trails
- Local favorites: Cecil's Deli, Highland Grill, Punch Pizza
- Como Park Zoo and Conservatory minutes away
Housing stock
Mostly single-family homes from the 1920s–1950s on tidy lots.
Schools
St. Paul Public Schools (Highland Park Senior High), plus strong private options.
School district boundaries and program information change. Buyers should verify current attendance areas and school details directly with the district.
Commute
10–15 min to downtown St. Paul, 20 min to downtown Minneapolis, 15 min to MSP airport.
Buyers
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