1392 Carling Dr

MacLaren Hill is a midrise condominium complex built in 1983 in Saint Paul’s Como/Energy Park corridor. The building primarily offers two-bedroom residences in a low- to mid-rise massing with wood exterior accents and a courtyard-oriented site plan. Units feature conventional layouts with open kitchens centered around breakfast bars or center islands, living/dining flow, and one- or two-level floorplans in select top-floor condos. Interior updates commonly reported include replaced carpeting, refreshed paint and trim, newer kitchen appliances (microwave, dishwasher, disposal), upgraded baths with ceramic tile, and in-unit laundry in many homes. Common areas emphasize practical convenience: a secure lobby, underground heated garage stalls assigned to units with guest parking near the entrance, trash chute access, and additional personal storage near parking spaces. Outdoors the property fronts landscaped courtyard and park-like settings with walkout patios or balconies for some units and easy pedestrian access to adjacent walking paths. Building services and utilities are handled through a homeowner association that typically covers heat, gas, and air conditioning; the association supports maintenance and a strong reserve. Pet and rental policies are permissive compared with many complexes — sizable dogs have been grandfathered or approved and rentals are allowed — which supports investor interest and flexible ownership. Location is a key asset: short walks to Como Regional Park, the conservatory, trails, transit along Energy Park Drive, and straightforward access to both downtown St. Paul and Minneapolis.