Crime & Safety Report for 1257 Smith Ave S, West Saint Paul, MN 55118

Review crime and safety information near 1257 Smith Ave S, West Saint Paul, MN 55118. HoodScore summarizes nearby reported incidents, registered sex offenders, and neighborhood safety indicators to help buyers and renters perform better location due diligence.

Generated At — 2026-07-25

$350,000 | 4 bd | 2 ba | 1,728 sqft

Distance rings: 1 mi and 2 mi from the property.

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Full report contains 58 offenders within 5 miles and 485 crime incidents in the last 12 months.

58 Registered Sex Offenders within 5 miles Near 1257 Smith Ave S, West Saint Paul, MN 55118

58 Registered Offenders Nearby
2 Rape
1 Child Involved
2 Assault
55 Other
Photo Name / Age / Tags Arrest / Conviction Address Distance Risk
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STEEN, KEVONTAE

31 years old

Child Involved

SEXUALLY VIOLENT

2024-10-25T06:34:59

727 SHERBURNE AVE SAINT PAUL, MN, 55104
3.6 Medium
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BUTLER, DEVON A

38 years old

Rapist

Violent

CRIMINAL SEXUAL ASSAULT/FORCE

2024-10-25T06:34:59

370 WABASHA ST N ST PAUL, MN, 55102
2.6 Medium
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MEHSIKOMER, STEVEN LOREN

43 years old

HOMELESS ST. PAUL, MN, 55101
3 Medium
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DAHLAGER, JAMES NICHOLAS

43 years old

2400 BLOCK OF STEWART AVENUE ST. PAUL, MN, 55116
3.1 Medium
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ASHLEY, JACHE ST JOHN

39 years old

900 BLOCK OF CARROLL AVENUE ST. PAUL, MN, 55104
3.4 Medium

485 Crime & Incidents in the Last 12 Months

485 Crime & Incidents by Severity
37 Severe
17 Medium
76 Low
355 Other
Crime Location (Approx.) Severity Description

Theft Report

07/16/2026 08:22 PM

McKnight Rd S, Maplewood, MN 55119

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, officers tracked a vehicle possibly involved in a misdemeanor theft after it left northbound on McKnight Road and continued onto Highway 36 westbound. They located and stopped the suspected vehicle and later reported the situation was under control.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:00 PM

Dakota Dr, Mendota Heights, MN 55120

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, a lift assist medical call was reported near Dakota Drive. Engine 11 was dispatched and responded.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 07:00 PM

Eagan Woods Dr, Eagan, MN 55121

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, medical dispatch to Prairie View Eagan near Eagan Woods Parkway for a 69-year-old female with severe pain and swelling at a hip replacement site.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 06:59 PM

Courthouse Blvd W & Argenta Blvd, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55077

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a routine medical evaluation near Courthouse Boulevard and Argenta Boulevard in Inver Grove Heights.

Medical Emergency

07/16/2026 06:38 PM

Dakota Dr, Mendota Heights, MN 55120

 Unknown

As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services dispatched to a possible seizure patient near Dakota Drive in Mendota. Unit 1842 acknowledged the call.

Nearby Schools

Schools within 2 miles of this property, nearest first.

SchoolDistance
MORELAND ART/HEALTH SCIENCE MAGNET0.4 mi
SOMERSET ELEMENTARY0.6 mi
HERITAGE E-STEM MAGNET SCHOOL0.7 mi
GARLOUGH ENVIRONMENTAL MAGNET1.1 mi
BLUESKY CHARTER SCHOOL1.1 mi
CHEROKEE HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL1.2 mi
W ST. PAUL AREA LEARNING CNTR.1.5 mi
Special Education1.5 mi
Two Rivers High School1.5 mi
HUMBOLDT HIGH SCHOOL1.5 mi
OPEN WORLD LEARNING SECONDARY1.5 mi
Rise Academy1.6 mi
Rise Academy Online1.6 mi
ACADEMIC ARTS HIGH SCHOOL1.6 mi
EARLY EDUCATION - BIRTH TO THREE1.7 mi

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Frequently asked questions

Is 1257 Smith Ave S in a low-crime area?

The current report summarizes crime-related incidents within 5 miles during the last 12 months. HoodScore compares these records with relevant benchmarks, but no report can guarantee future safety.

Why are traffic and medical calls shown separately from crime?

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