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  • Listed by: Hybrid Real Estate • Mark E Butler • 314-479-5968
    Price cut: $14.9K (8/13)
    $285,000

    3938 Iowa Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63118

    4beds
    4baths
    2,970sqft
    : 
    $1,881/mo
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    Multi Family
    Built in 1895
    -- sqft lot
    $279,900 Zestimate®
    $96/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Private rear yardOff-street parkingTwo-toned painted brick exteriorPrivate laundry roomUpdated bathroomsExposed brick wallsExterior front entry
    Renovated 3-story duplex, with a unique two-toned painted brick exterior. This building was rehabbed in 2024 with new electrical system, new furnaces and AC units, new roof, new plumbing. Both units include updated kitchens with center island, exposed brick walls, private laundry room, and updated bathrooms. The 1st floor unit is one bedroom and one bathroom. The 2nd Floor unit covers the entire 2nd and 3rd floors of the building and includes 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms. The units share an exterior front entry and basement. Private rear yard and off-street parking available. First floor unit is vacant and available for showings. The 2nd Floor unit is tenant occupied with a lease ending 12/31/2026 at $1675/month and can be shown with an accepted offer. Vacant unit could be rented for $1095/month. With all major renovations already completed, this property is ready for immediate occupancy or leasing, offering strong rental potential and low maintenance for years to come.
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    Listed by:

    Mark E Butler 314-479-5968,

    Hybrid Real Estate

    Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26043734MLS LogoOriginating MLS: St. Louis Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 4
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Refrigerator
      • Laundry: In Unit
      Features
      • Flooring: Laminate
      • Doors: Panel Door(s)
      • Windows: Insulated Windows
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished,Walk-Up Access
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,970
      • Total interior livable area: 2,970 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,970
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      Property

      Parking
      • Parking features: Alley Access, Off Street
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Exterior features: Private Yard
      • Fencing: Privacy,Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 3,123 Square Feet
      • Features: Back Yard, Level, Private
      Details
      • Parcel number: 25660000300
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: MultiFamily
      • Architectural style: Historic,Traditional
      • Property subtype: Multi Family
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Stone
      • Roof: Flat
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1895

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Ameren
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: City/St Louis
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Saint Louis

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $96/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $30,940
      • Annual tax amount: $2,561
      • Date on market: 7/15/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 46 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Ownership: Private

        Estimated market value

        $279,900

        $266,000 - $294,000

        $1,396/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/13/2026Price change$285,000-5%$96/sqft
        Source: MARIS #26043734 Report a problem
        7/15/2026Listed for sale$299,900+1786.2%$101/sqft
        Source: MARIS #26043734 Report a problem
        3/9/2021Listing removed--
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        7/17/2015Sold--
        Source: MARIS #15011642 Report a problem
        5/1/2015Sold--
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        3/13/2015Listed for sale$15,900+2.6%$5/sqft
        Source: Owner Report a problem
        1/23/2015Listing removed$15,500$5/sqft
        Source: REALHome Services and Solutions #14064531 Report a problem
        12/31/2014Listed for sale$15,500-8.8%$5/sqft
        Source: REALHome Services and Solutions #14064531 Report a problem
        12/23/2014Sold--
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        11/26/2014Listed for sale$17,000$6/sqft
        Source: REALHome Services and Solutions #14064531 Report a problem
        10/10/1997Sold--
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$2,561 +1300.4%$30,940 +1572.4%
        2024$183 +4.4%$1,850
        2023$175 +3%$1,850 +7.6%
        2022$170 +0.1%$1,720
        2021$170 +1.4%$1,720
        2020$168 $1,720 +0.6%
        2019$168 $1,710 -0.6%
        2018$168 -3%$1,720
        2017$173 -71.5%$1,720 -75.1%
        2016$606 +9.9%$6,900
        2015$552 +31.8%$6,900 +29.9%
        2014$419 $5,310 +3.1%
        2013$419 $5,150 -37%
        2012-- $8,170
        2011-- $8,170
        2010-- $8,170 -29.3%
        2009$796 +4%$11,560
        2008$765 $11,560 -18.9%
        2007$765 $14,250
        2006$765 +1%$14,250 +35.1%
        2005$758 +2.9%$10,550 +8.7%
        2004$737 +2.9%$9,710
        2003$716 +2.1%$9,710 +4.7%
        2002$701 $9,270
        2001-- $9,270 +15%
        2000-- $8,060
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Dutchtown

        Getting around

        77 / 100
        Very Walkable
        59 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Monroe Elem.
        • Middle: Long Middle Community Ed. Center
        • High: Roosevelt 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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