653 Evans AVE St Louis, MO 63122 Open Thu 4PM-6PM

UPDATED: 07/07/2026 05:00 AM ON MARKET: 1 days on market

$825,000

3 Beds3 Baths2,755 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,755 sqft

Price per Sqft $299

Subdivision Avondale

MLS Listing ID 26042639

Style Traditional

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1890

Annual Tax Amount $7,305

Lot Size 0.340 Acres

Acres 0.3398

Lot Dimensions 100' X 148'

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Location

State MO

County St. Louis

Area 196 - Kirkwood

Rooms

Basement Partial,Unfinished,Walk-Up Access

Interior

Interior 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)

Heating Forced Air

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Carpet,Tile,Wood

Fireplace N

Appliance Electric Cooktop,Dishwasher,Humidifier,Free-Standing Refrigerator,Wall Oven,Washer/Dryer Stacked,Gas Water Heater

Laundry Main Level

Exterior

Exterior Feature Private Yard

Parking Features true

Garage Spaces 2.0

Fence Back Yard,Full,Gate

Utilities Available Cable Connected,Electricity Connected,Natural Gas Connected,Sewer Connected,Water Connected

View Y/N No

Roof Type Architectural Shingle

Private Pool false

Building

Lot Description Back Yard,Corner Lot,Landscaped,Level,Near Park,Private,Some Trees

Story 2

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Level or Stories Two

Structure Type Frame,Vinyl Siding

Schools

Elementary Schools W. W. Keysor Elem.

Middle Schools North Kirkwood Middle

High Schools Kirkwood Sr. High

School District Kirkwood R-Vii

Others

Ownership Private

Acceptable Financing Cash,Conventional,VA Loan

Listing Terms Cash,Conventional,VA Loan

Special Listing Condition Standard

Property Description

* Showings begin at the open house, Thursday, July 9, 4-6 PM * 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 in 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 — 2,700+ sq ft of finished living space, drenched in natural light, ideal for entertaining and everyday family life alike.