SHORT SALE!! Opportunity knocks with this highly sought-after St. Louis gingerbread bungalow! Bursting with timeless storybook charm and classic architectural character, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers over 1,000 square feet of living space and incredible potential for homeowners, investors, or those looking to build instant sweat equity. From its charming curb appeal to its desirable floor plan, this home is ready for your vision and personal touches.
Being sold AS-IS as a Short Sale, this property presents a rare opportunity to own one of St. Louis' iconic gingerbread-style homes at an exceptional value. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, and major highways, the possibilities are endless whether you're planning to renovate, occupy, or add it to your investment portfolio.
Short Sale—subject to lender approval. Seller to make no repairs, inspections, warranties, or concessions. Don't miss your chance to restore and reimagine this classic St. Louis gem—schedule your private showing today!
Active under contract
Listed by: Equity Missouri LLC • Will A Grbcich • 314-818-4029
$30,000
3720 Melba Pl, Saint Louis, MO 63121
3beds
1,244sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1931
5,758 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$24/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 21 days
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Listed by:
Will A Grbcich 314-818-4029,
Equity Missouri LLC
Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26034410
Originating MLS: St. Louis Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: St. Louis Association of REALTORSFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,244
- Total interior livable area: 1,244 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,244
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
Lot
- Size: 5,758 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 45 x 147 x 56 x 129
- Features: Gentle Sloping
Details
- Parcel number: 15H610595
- Special conditions: Short Sale
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- Year built: 1931
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Ameren
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Melba Terrace
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Saint Louis
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $24/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $111,200
- Annual tax amount: $2,031
- Date on market: 7/2/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 21 days
- Listing terms: Cash
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/2/2026 | Contingent | $30,000$24/sqft |
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| 7/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $30,000$24/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,031 +55.6% | $21,130 +61.4% |
| 2024 | $1,305 -5.1% | $13,090 |
| 2023 | $1,375 -2.7% | $13,090 +11.8% |
| 2022 | $1,413 +1.1% | $11,710 |
| 2021 | $1,398 +12.4% | $11,710 +17.1% |
| 2020 | $1,244 +5.4% | $10,000 |
| 2019 | $1,181 | $10,000 +11% |
| 2018 | $1,181 | $9,010 |
| 2017 | $1,181 +0.9% | $9,010 +0.2% |
| 2016 | $1,171 -3.1% | $8,990 |
| 2015 | $1,208 | $8,990 +9.1% |
| 2014 | $1,208 +11.5% | $8,240 |
| 2013 | $1,083 | $8,240 -21.8% |
| 2012 | -- | $10,540 |
| 2011 | -- | $10,540 -21.8% |
| 2010 | $1,673 +9.3% | $13,470 |
| 2009 | $1,531 +4.8% | $13,470 -6.2% |
| 2008 | $1,460 +26.5% | $14,360 |
| 2007 | $1,154 | $14,360 +31% |
| 2006 | $1,154 -0.7% | $10,960 |
| 2005 | $1,162 +25% | $10,960 +11.4% |
| 2003 | $929 +6% | $9,840 +6% |
| 2002 | $877 -3% | $9,280 |
| 2001 | $904 | $9,280 |
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Neighborhood: 63121
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Barack Obama Elementary School
- Middle: Lucas Crossing Middle
- High: Normandy High
Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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