6949 Melrose Ave, Saint Louis, MO, 63130
About This Home
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!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Materials
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow,Cottage,Traditional
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full,Sleeping Area,Storage Space,Walk-Out Access
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area above ground: 1,055
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,055
- Total interior livable area: 1,055 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 17J611353
- Special condition: Listing As Is
Features
- Levels: One
Lot
- Lot size: 6,015 sqft
- Features: Back Yard,Front Yard
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
- Hail
- Inland Flooding
- Lightning
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Missouri Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $910 | $10,920 |
| Home Insurance * | $141 | $1,692 |
| Property Taxes | $170 | $2,040 |
| Electricity | $141 | $1,693 |
| Total | $1,362 | $16,344 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Missouri FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
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Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-16 | Price change | $180,000 |
| 2026-07-11 | Listed for sale | $220,000 |
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