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    • Listed by: Keller Williams Realty St. Louis • Lorilee A Cummings • Contact: 314-952-2990
    $825,000

    653 Evans Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63122

    3beds
    2,755sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1890
    0.34 Acres Lot
    $853,000 Zestimate®
    $299/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Updated half bathWall-to-wall built-in bookshelvesHistoric millworkNewer patioPremium wood fencingMature foliage and shadeExposed beams
    Steeped in Kirkwood history and beautifully updated for modern living, this 2-story home was once the residence of Judge Peter C. Bopp — Kirkwood builder, St. Louis County Judge, and civic leader — and today offers a timeless 1890s aesthetic with sophisticated, thoughtful updates throughout. Set on a level, corner lot on a third of an acre with mature foliage and shade, the home welcomes you with a stone pathway to a covered front porch and an elegant new front door. Inside, 7 Velux skylights fill the entire home with natural light, complementing 10' ceilings, historic millwork, exposed beams, a bay window, and gleaming blonde hardwood floors throughout. The living room features a marble TV wall with custom Amish-built cabinetry, while crown molding and wall-to-wall built-in bookshelves add further charm. The eat-in kitchen showcases Aurora stone countertops and 42" custom cabinets, flowing seamlessly into a separate dining room with wainscoting, wood floors, and a chandelier, and on into the living room and sunroom. The sunroom's ceramic tile floor, vaulted wood ceiling, dual decks, and garage access make it a favorite spot to relax. A main-floor laundry and updated half bath complete the first level, along with a bonus room above the garage — perfect for a man-cave or kids' play space. A dramatic wood staircase leads upstairs to a huge primary suite with ample closet space, wood floors, and a renovated full bath featuring double sinks and a walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and an updated full bath complete the upper level, while a partial walk-up lower level offers flexible storage or workout space. Outside, enjoy a fabulous, private, fully fenced backyard with a newer patio, stone fire pit, and premium wood fencing. A 2024 architectural roof replacement included the installation of new Velux skylights throughout, plus newer windows with a transferable warranty and Hunter Douglas blinds throughout the main level and upstairs landing. Walk to Downtown Kirkwood, the elementary school, and Kirkwood Park from this beloved corner-lot home. Write your next chapter within the walls of this beautifully preserved home. Kirkwood occupancy inspection has passed.
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    Lorilee A Cummings 314-952-2990,

    Keller Williams Realty St. Louis

    Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26042639MLS LogoOriginating MLS: St. Louis Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 282.5
      • Dimensions: 22.6x12.5
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 167.61
      • Dimensions: 15.1x11.1
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 101.38
      • Dimensions: 12.5x8.11
      Bathroom 3
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 123.42
      • Dimensions: 12.1x10.2
      Dining room
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 151
      • Dimensions: 15.1x10
      Family room
      • Features: Floor Covering: Carpeting
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 265.96
      • Dimensions: 21.8x12.2
      Kitchen
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 262.74
      • Dimensions: 17.4x15.1
      Living room
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 521.64
      • Dimensions: 32.4x16.1
      Sunroom
      • Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 303.69
      • Dimensions: 19.1x15.9
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Humidifier, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Oven, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Historic Millwork, Open Floorplan, Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Separate Dining, Separate Shower, Special Millwork, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
      • Doors: French Doors, Storm Door(s)
      • Windows: Bay Window(s), Insulated Windows, Plantation Shutters, Skylight(s), Storm Window(s), Tilt-In Windows, Window Coverings, Window Treatments
      • Basement: Partial,Unfinished,Walk-Up Access
      • Has fireplace: No
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 2,755
      • Total interior livable area: 2,755 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 2,755

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Additional Parking, Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Kitchen Level, Lighted, Oversized, Parking Pad, Storage
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
      • Exterior features: Private Yard
      • Fencing: Back Yard,Full,Gate
      Lot
      • Size: 0.34 Acres
      • Dimensions: 100' x 148'
      • Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level, Private, Some Trees
      Details
      • Parcel number: 23N640240
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Frame, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Combination, Stone
      • Roof: Architectural Shingle
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1890

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Ameren
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Park, Playground, Sidewalks, Storm Sewer
      • Subdivision: Avondale
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Saint Louis

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $299/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $681,800
      • Annual tax amount: $7,305
      • Date on market: 7/6/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 15 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
      • Ownership: Private
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Concrete

        Estimated market value

        $853,000

        $810,000 - $896,000

        $3,007/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/13/2026Pending sale$825,000$299/sqft
        Source: MARIS #26042639 Report a problem
        7/7/2026Listed for sale$825,000+96.4%$299/sqft
        Source: MARIS #26042639 Report a problem
        5/28/2010Sold--
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        4/12/2010Listed for sale$420,000+141.4%$152/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Properties West #10021475 Report a problem
        12/8/2009Sold--
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        10/30/2009Listed for sale$174,000$63/sqft
        Source: NRT StLouis #90057018 Report a problem
        9/18/2009Sold--
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$7,305 +21.7%$129,540 +35%
        2024$6,002 +1.6%$95,990
        2023$5,908 -7.5%$95,990 -0.9%
        2022$6,387 +1.3%$96,860
        2021$6,303 +0.2%$96,860 +4.2%
        2020$6,290 +16.7%$92,930
        2019$5,392 $92,930 +32.6%
        2018$5,392 $70,070
        2017$5,392 +0.1%$70,070 +13.7%
        2016$5,385 +14.5%$61,610
        2015$4,701 $61,610 -11.4%
        2014$4,701 -12.8%$69,500
        2013$5,390 $69,500 +1.1%
        2012-- $68,710
        2011-- $68,710 +4.6%
        2010$4,820 +4.4%$65,670
        2009$4,616 +1.5%$65,670
        2008$4,548 +23.3%$65,670
        2007$3,689 $65,670 +21.1%
        2006$3,689 +4.5%$54,230
        2005$3,531 +22.4%$54,230 +25.2%
        2003$2,884 -2.9%$43,310 +1.3%
        2002$2,971 +21.4%$42,750
        2001$2,447 $42,750
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 63122

        Getting around

        46 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        40 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: W. W. Keysor Elem.
        • Middle: North Kirkwood Middle
        • High: Kirkwood Sr. High

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