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Listed by: Keller Williams Realty St. Louis • Dana M Anderson • 636-208-4401

Price cut: $40K (7/16)

$180,000

6949 Melrose Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63130

2beds

1,055sqft

$1,296/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1951

6,015 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$171/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Fully fenced backyardNewer appliancesBright inviting floor planFlexible living spaceUpdated flooring

Welcome to this charming, move-in-ready 2-bedroom, 1-bath home in the heart of University City! Ideally located near shopping, dining, parks, and major highways, this home offers both convenience and comfort. Inside, you’ll find updated flooring, newer appliances, and a bright, inviting floor plan. The finished lower level provides valuable additional living space, perfect for a family room, home office, fitness area, recreation room, or potential non-conforming sleeping area. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard, ideal for entertaining, pets, or relaxing evenings. A wonderful opportunity to own a home with flexible living space in a sought-after location—schedule your private showing today!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 1
Full bathrooms: 1
Main level bathrooms: 1
Main level bedrooms: 2

Heating

Natural Gas

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Features

Basement: Partially Finished,Full,Sleeping Area,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,055
Total interior livable area: 1,055 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,055

Property

Features

Levels: One

Lot

Size: 6,015 Square Feet
Features: Back Yard, Front Yard

Details

Parcel number: 17J611353
Special conditions: Listing As Is

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Bungalow,Cottage,Traditional
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick

Condition

Year built: 1951

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Ameren
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Water Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Pershing Heights

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Saint Louis

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $171/sqft
Tax assessed value: $146,700
Annual tax amount: $1,924
Date on market: 7/10/2026
Cumulative days on market: 30 days
Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Electric utility on property: Yes

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

$1,324/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/16/2026	Price change	$180,000-18.2%$171/sqft
Source: MARIS #26043684 Report a problem
7/11/2026	Listed for sale	$220,000$209/sqft
Source: MARIS #26043684 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,924 +5.3%	$27,870 +10.5%
2024	$1,827 +0.1%	$25,230
2023	$1,825 +29.3%	$25,230 +39.9%
2022	$1,412 +1%	$18,040
2021	$1,398 -0.1%	$18,040 +2.5%
2020	$1,399 -5.9%	$17,600
2019	$1,487 +7.8%	$17,600 +8.7%
2018	$1,379	$16,190
2017	$1,379 -0.2%	$16,190 +4.7%
2016	$1,382 +0.2%	$15,470
2015	$1,379	$15,470 +0.9%
2014	$1,379 -1.2%	$15,330
2013	$1,396	$15,330 -6.8%
2012	--	$16,450
2011	--	$16,450
2010	$1,303 +9.6%	$16,450
2009	$1,189 -5.8%	$16,450 -7.5%
2008	$1,262 +23%	$17,780
2007	$1,026	$17,780 +29.1%
2006	$1,026 +0.6%	$13,770
2005	$1,019 +21.7%	$13,770 +28.1%
2003	$837 +0.9%	$10,750 +8.4%
2002	$830 +16.2%	$9,920
2001	$714	$9,920