2024 House Tour Guide
The 2024 House Tour features a mix of grand Summit Avenue mansions, public spaces, historic family homes and more that reflect the rich history and future of our neighborhood.
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One of a Kind Bed and Breakfast
Once the Frank P. Shepard and Anna McMillan house, this stunner was built in 1881 and features Renaissance and Gothic themes throughout the home.
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Iconic English Country Pad
Designed by architect Abraham Radcliffe and originally built in 1888, this enchanting property spans just over an acre and encompasses five lots atop Historic Ramsey Hill.
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Historic Colonial Revival
Nestled in the heart of Summit Hill, this early Colonial Revival-style home graces picturesque Goodrich Avenue.
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Italianate Double Home Gem
This two story, 3,136 square foot duplex includes ten rooms, six bedrooms, three and a half bathrooms and a detached garage.
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Richardsonian Summit Avenue Stunner
Designed by William Willcox and set on a glorious half-acre, this 11,000 square foot gem is adorned with bold Richardsonian Romanesque stone detailing.
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Stained Glass Splendor
Originally built in 1881, this home underwent an elaborate redesign in 1887 by renowned architect Thomas Holyoke
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Castle on the Hill
Elegantly preserved and located in the heart of St. Paul’s vibrant Ramsey Hill neighborhood, this historic "Castle" is a stunning example of Queen Anne architecture.
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Old World Wonder
The design style is known as Simplified Rectilinear, a variation of the Prairie style, which also resembles Georgian Revival.
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Exquisite Italianate Mansion
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this mansion is a three-story gray limestone home perched high on the bluffs with outstanding views.
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Modern Luxury Penthouse with Historic Context
This newly opened complex offers a boutique living experience with a perfect blend of modern amenities and classic charm.
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Bright and Beautiful Queen Anne
Built in 1891 by German-born Frederick J. Romer, this home is noted as having an unusual collection of turrets, projecting gable ends, and porches.
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The James J. Hill House
The Boston firm of Peabody, Stearns, and Furber, known for its east coast mansions, designed the three acre estate anchored by a Richardsonian Romanesque masterpiece.
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Cochran Park
This park was established in 1923 when the owner of an adjacent home donated the land to the City of Saint Paul in honor of her husband.
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Germanic-American Institute
Pulling from Beaux-Arts and Georgian styles, this stone mansion features 14 rooms, a striking wide staircase with a balcony mezzanine, 6 parlors and fireplaces, a third-floor ballroom and cozy Ratskeller.
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The Lexington
A former speakeasy and beloved culinary landmark since 1935, this restaurant features a grand staircase, refinished main floor, event spaces and rooftop patio.
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Summit Manor
This is one of many Summit Avenue mansions built by renowned architect Clarence Johnston and has hosted over 6000 events for the last nearly 50 years.
“The 2024 Houses are the first time we’ve been able to showcase the best of Summit and Ramsey Hill’s incredible stock of nationally recognized, architecturally significant historic homes and public spaces. It’s a truly incredible lineup that tells the story of how historic homes designed and built over 100 years ago can be not just faithfully preserved, but updated and adapted to the needs of modern family life.”
- Simon Taghioff, President of The Summit Hill Association