5552 Emerson Ave, Saint Louis, MO, 63120
About This Home
Fully updated and rent-ready duplex with passed occupancy inspections! This turnkey investment features two spacious 2-bedroom, 1-bath units offering the classic charm tenants love, including bright sunrooms, separate living and dining rooms, and large eat-in kitchens with abundant cabinet space. The seller has completed numerous updates, allowing the next owner to lease immediately or move in with confidence. Both units have passed occupancy permits and are currently listed for rent at $950 per month each!! Hardwood floors, generous room sizes, and a functional floor plan make these units highly desirable in today's rental market. Separate living spaces provide an excellent opportunity for strong tenant retention and consistent rental income. Whether you're looking to expand your portfolio or house hack by living in one unit while renting the other, this property is a fantastic opportunity. Great for savvy investors and house hackers a like. Don't miss this move-in ready, income-producing duplex!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1924
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Construction materials: Brick
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Historic
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Electric Oven,Refrigerator
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
Features
- Historic Millwork
- Flooring: Hardwood,Laminate,Tile
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 2,592
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Forced Air,Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Wall/Window Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,592
- Total interior livable area: 2,592 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 55760002700
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Lot size: 5,083 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot,Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Off Street,On Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Tornado
- Cold Wave
- Earthquake
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 | $632 | $7,584 |
| Home Insurance * | $890 | $10,680 |
| Property Taxes | $107 | $1,284 |
| Electricity | $197 | $2,375 |
| Total | $1,826 | $21,912 |
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
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-04 | Contingent | $125,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | Listed for sale | $125,000 |
| 2025-03-21 | Sold | -- |
| 2025-03-05 | Pending sale | $85,000 |
| 2024-11-19 | Listing removed | $85,000 |
| 2024-10-02 | Contingent | $85,000 |
| 2024-09-18 | Listed for sale | $85,000 |
| 2024-07-01 | Pending sale | $85,000 |
| 2024-06-24 | Listed for sale | $85,000 |
| 2024-06-03 | Pending sale | $85,000 |
| 2024-05-31 | Listed for sale | $85,000 |
| 2021-12-09 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2020-12-15 | Sold | -- |
| 2020-11-05 | Pending sale | $65,000 |
| 2020-10-23 | Listed for sale | $65,000 |
| 2009-03-04 | Listing removed | $110,000 |
| 2008-11-17 | Price change | $110,000 |
| 2008-09-14 | Listed for sale | $122,500 |
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