Como Park Neighborhood Guide

Everything you need to know about living, working, and building in Como Park

📍 Quick Overview

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Como Park is one of those neighborhoods where you get the best of both worlds – you’re living next to one of the Twin Cities’ best parks, but you’re also in a real neighborhood with tree-lined streets and houses that have character. When we’re doing foundation work here, you can take a break and walk over to the zoo or the conservatory, which beats staring at a strip mall any day. The folks here seem to really appreciate living somewhere special, and you can tell by how they take care of their properties and look out for their neighbors.

✨ What Makes Como Park Special

Como Park itself is right there – 384 acres of green space with the zoo, conservatory, golf course, and lake all within walking distance.

This is family territory – lots of people who moved here specifically because they wanted their kids to grow up near the park and zoo.

You get the benefit of living next to a major park while still being close to downtown St. Paul and connected to the rest of the metro.

Natural Beauty

Community Feel

Convenience

The neighborhood streets are lined with mature trees that create this canopy effect, especially beautiful in the fall. The terrain has gentle rolling hills that give different blocks their own personality, and you’re close enough to the park that you always feel connected to green space even when you’re in the city.

You’ll see neighbors walking their dogs, families heading to the playground, people jogging the lake path. There’s this sense that everyone chose to be here because they value the same things – good schools, safe streets, and easy access to outdoor recreation.

The bus routes run through regularly, and you can bike to most places you need to go. It’s like having a small-town feel with big-city convenience when you want it.

🏠 Living & Building in Como Park

Neighborhood Amenities

Housing & Development

Parks & Recreation: Como Park Zoo and Conservatory are the crown jewels, plus the golf course, lake activities, and miles of walking paths. The park hosts events year-round and is basically your backyard.

Shopping & Dining: Como Avenue has local restaurants and shops that serve the neighborhood. You’re also close to larger commercial areas when you need more options, but most daily needs are covered locally.

Schools & Services: St. Paul public schools including some highly-rated elementary schools. The neighborhood attracts families specifically for the school options. Libraries, community centers, and medical services all accessible.

Transportation: Good bus service connecting to downtown and other parts of the metro. The neighborhood is very walkable and bike-friendly. Many residents can handle daily errands on foot, especially with the park right there for recreation.

Beautiful mix of architectural styles – lots of 1920s-1940s homes with character, some Craftsman and Tudor Revival styles
Most properties have good-sized lots with mature landscaping and detached garages
Foundation work typically involves well-maintained houses that just need normal maintenance after decades of use
High percentage of owner-occupied homes with residents who invest in keeping their properties in good shape
Some newer construction and tasteful renovations that respect the neighborhood’s character

“Foundation work in Como Park usually involves quality houses that were built to last – we’re typically dealing with normal settling issues, updating drainage systems, or solving minor moisture problems rather than major structural repairs. The soil here drains well due to the rolling terrain, and the larger lot sizes mean good equipment access. Homeowners here understand the value of preventive maintenance and want to protect their investment in one of St. Paul’s most desirable family neighborhoods.”

🗺️ Area Map

❓ Quick Facts About Como Park

Neighborhood Stats

Distance to downtown: About 10 minutes to downtown St. Paul by car or bus

Average lot sizes: Generous lots, often 60×120 or larger with established landscaping

Zoning: Primarily single-family residential with some small commercial areas

Utilities: Full city services with most homes having updated electrical and plumbing systems

Planning a Project Here?

Foundation work here benefits from quality original construction and generally stable soil conditions. The rolling terrain provides good natural drainage, though some properties require attention to water management around foundations. The mature trees and established landscaping sometimes affect excavation planning, but most homeowners want to preserve these features. Property values are strong here, so improvements tend to be worthwhile investments.

🚜 Local Foundation Repair Services

We provide foundation repair and basement waterproofing throughout Como Park and the greater St. Paul area. This neighborhood has families and homeowners who understand they’re living in something special and want to maintain their properties accordingly. Whether you’re dealing with minor foundation settling, updating an older drainage system, or planning foundation work as part of home improvements, we approach each project with the care and attention that properties in this desirable neighborhood deserve. Como Park residents invest in quality because they know they’re protecting both their homes and their family’s quality of life.

Foundation work in Como Park? Let’s discuss how to keep your home’s foundation solid while preserving what makes this neighborhood such a great place to live.