Saint Paul is Minnesota's state capital and a hub for government, healthcare, and education. Ramsey County carries the highest effective property tax rate among the Twin Cities counties — a meaningful difference in monthly payment that buyers moving from Minneapolis often do not anticipate.
Recommended for incomes above $80k/yr (28% DTI rule)
Saint Paul housing market
The 1.42% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Saint Paul and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Minnesota average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Saint Paul buyers. Many Saint Paul properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $150/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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