Showings Begin: Friday, July 10th. Schedule today! Great Income Producer! Unit one is owner occupied. See CAP document in supplements. Historic Charm Meets Modern Luxury Welcome to 88 South Leech Street, Saint Paul, MN. Built in 1880, this meticulously maintained, turn-of-the-century duplex blends historic character with extensive premium updates. Perfect for investors or owner-occupants in a prime West Side 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 many decades ago surrounded by restored turn-of-the-century homes with front porches. Premium Property Updates • Exterior (2023–2024): New roof, siding, fascia, soffit, and select windows. • Interior: Fresh paint, beautifully refinished original hardwood floors, new trim and classic crown molding and new trim. • Appliances: Green energy-efficient appliances, including new in-unit laundry for both spaces. • Climate: Newer, high-powered portable AC units included for both levels. Unit Layouts & Highlights • Main Level: Spacious hallway with tech/office nook. Features a fully remodeled luxury bath and a large modern kitchen with new granite countertops, cabinets, and stainless-steel appliances. • Upper Level: Fully remodeled kitchen with a deep Kohler sink and 2024 stainless appliances. Includes access to a massive, stand-up unfinished attic ready for storage or future expansion. • Windows: Upgraded with one new window downstairs and five new windows upstairs. Outdoor Oasis & Historic Shed • The Yard: Private, flat backyard with a restored covered deck and vibrant perennial gardens. • The Shed: Rare, historic 36’ x 13’ powered shed (built 1850). Perfect for a home business, storage, or rental income. • Parking: Two dedicated off-street spaces via alley access, plus ample street parking. Prime West Side Location • Steps away from trails, outdoor concerts, and historic public squares. Donated as pastureland in 1849 by settler John Irvine, this site is the center of the Irvine Park Historic District. It features a New England-style public square, a central Historic Irvine Park fountain, and surrounds some of the city's oldest surviving homes and stone structures. The area is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Take the walking path from this home for a short walk to Irvine Park • High Bridge Views: Footsteps from this home, you will see panoramic views of the downtown skyline and Mississippi River. It's a towering inverted arch bridge carrying MN-149 across the Mississippi River. Soaring 160 feet above the water (highest bridge in Minnesota), it offers sweeping views of downtown St. Paul and is the best place to watch the fireworks from Harriet Island. The current structure was built in 1987, replacing an iconic 1889 wrought-iron bridge Saint Paul Historical. • Urban Conveniences: Walk across the bridge to West 7th restaurants, Xcel Energy Center, CHS Field, and Mancini’s Steakhouse. Seller is offering a 1-year Cinch Home Warranty.