Welcome home to 1966 Jefferson Avenue a comfortable, light-filled 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single-family home with roughly 2,164 finished square feet in one of Saint Paul's most sought-after neighborhoods. The main level offers a welcoming living space, a dedicated dining area, and a functional kitchen that flows naturally for day-to-day living and for hosting.
What really sets this house apart is the bonus space. Off the back of the home you'll find a three-season room the perfect spot for morning coffee, a reading nook, or a casual dinner and a private deck that makes backyard hangs easy all summer long. And above the detached two-car garage, there's a large finished loft that you can use however fits your life: home office, yoga studio, art or craft room, music room, playroom, clubhouse, or a quiet retreat away from the main house. It's the kind of bonus square footage that's genuinely rare in a rental.
Three bedrooms on the main floor give the family or roommates real room to spread out. The home has two bathrooms one on the main/upper level and a second bath with a standup shower in the basement so guests and morning schedules aren't fighting for the same sink. The basement also provides generous space for laundry, storage, office, a home gym, or a rec room.
Outside, you'll enjoy a yard, two-car garage with the bonus loft, deck, and the three-season room a rare and welcome combination in this part of the city. The location is hard to beat: a short walk to Grand Avenue, an easy bike or drive to the Mississippi River parkways, Summit Avenue, Highland Park, and both Macalester and St. Thomas. Easy access to I-35E and Highway 5 puts downtown Saint Paul, downtown Minneapolis, and MSP airport all within a comfortable commute.
Home features
3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms
Approx. 2,164 sq ft of finished living space
Three-season room off the main house
Private deck for backyard entertaining
Detached 2-car garage with large finished loft above ideal as a home office, studio, craft/art room, clubhouse, yoga space, or play/music room
Full basement incl. second bath, laundry, and rec/storage space
Yard
Pet-considered on a case-by-case basis with pet addendum and pet deposit
Neighborhood
Mac-Groveland is a walkable, tree-lined neighborhood prized for its historic homes, friendly sidewalks, and proximity to the best of Saint Paul. Weekends here mean coffee on Grand, a farmers market stroll, Mississippi River bluffs, and dinner options for every craving. Top-rated Saint Paul Public Schools and easy access to private schools, plus blocks from two of the area's top colleges.
How to apply
Serious inquiries only, please. Message through Zillow with a brief introduction (move-in timing, household, pets, employment) and I'll follow up with the application link and showing times. Out-of-state owner; communication is handled promptly by phone, text, or email.
Apartment amenities
Property amenities
Bicycle Storage
Building Deposit Fee Maximum: 3200
Building Deposit Fee Minimum: 3200
Detached Garage
Dishwasher
Dryer
Electricity not included in rent
Flooring: Hardwood
Flooring: Tile
Freezer
Garage
Garbage included in rent
Gas not included in rent
Heating system: Wall
Internet not included in rent
Laundry: In Unit
Microwave Oven
Oven
Patio Balcony
Refrigerator
Sewage included in rent
Washer
Water included in rent
Window Mounted Air Conditioning
Pet policy
No cats allowed
No dogs allowed
Terms at 1966 Jefferson Ave
Rent: $3,200/month Security deposit: $3,200 (equal to one month's rent) Lease: 12 months or more preferred; move-in early August 2026 Tenant pays: electricity, natural gas, internet Landlord pays: water/sewer, trash, recycling Renters insurance required ($100,000 liability minimum) Tenant handles routine upkeep: lawn, snow/ice removal within 24 hours per Saint Paul ordinance, light bulbs, furnace filters, smoke/CO detector batteries No smoking or vaping of any substance inside the home, garage, or loft Credit, income (3x rent), background, and rental-history screening required; screening criteria provided on request in compliance with Saint Paul's Tenant Protections ordinance.
Pricing comparison
$1,095
At $3,200, this listing is priced $1,095 more than the current market rate for a 3 bedroom home in Macalester-Groveland.
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