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Last Sold Price
2 beds1,221 sqft
252 W Ripa Ave, St. Louis, MO 63125
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.13 acresLot Size
1939Year Built
$168/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

This Cape Cod style home located on a large corner lot will immediately catch your eye when driving by and once inside you will fall in love! Enter to find a quaint entry foyer w/view of the expansive living room anchored by a brick fireplace flanked by square glass windows. Through an archway access the dining room which has been opened to the updated kitchen creating the perfect living space. This well designed kitchen boasts rich wood cabinets w/large center island breakfast bar, quartz countertops,...This Cape Cod style home located on a large corner lot will immediately catch your eye when driving by and once inside you will fall in love! Enter to find a quaint entry foyer w/view of the expansive living room anchored by a brick fireplace flanked by square glass windows. Through an archway access the dining room which has been opened to the updated kitchen creating the perfect living space. This well designed kitchen boasts rich wood cabinets w/large center island breakfast bar, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, stainless appliances and farmhouse sink. A stylish guest bath complete the main level. From the wide staircase, ascend to find 2 generous sized bedrooms w/dormer nooks and an updated full bathroom. The home's walk out lower level offers endless finish possibilities w/plumbed rough-in for a full bathroom. From a new staircase off the kitchen or the lower level glass doors step out to enjoy the private fenced backyard. Additional updates: Roof and A/C 2021 It's a must see!
  • Listed by: Carolyn Malecek 314.956.9405 carolyn@bmpjrealestate.com • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate
  • Listed by: Elizabeth M James 314.307.4232 lizzmjames@gmail.com • Berkshire Hathaway Alliance
Listing closed: 05/30/2025 12:00 AM • Source: MARIS, MLS#: 25027580

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Sold By Dalba Realty, LLC

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Property Information for 252 West Ripa Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,996 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Other
  • Waterfront: No
  • Cross Street: Tesson Ferry
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Lot Size: 0.13 AC / 5,798 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: St Louis
  • County Or Parish: St. Louis
  • Directions: From Lemay Ferry and Telegraph, head south on Telegraph to left on W. Ripa Avenue. Home is on the right across the street from Hancock Place Middle School.
  • Latitude: 38.524044
  • Longitude: -90.282259
  • Postal Code: 63125
  • State Or Province: MO
  • Sub division Name: John F McDermotts Meadowbrook
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: St. Louis Association of REALTORS
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: None
  • Parcel Number: 28H-64-1614
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,996.00
  • Tax Year: 2024
Owner
  • Township: Unincorporated
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Garage Spaces: 0.0
  • Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street
  • Parking Total: 0.0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Hancock Place Elem.
  • High School: Hancock Sr. High
  • High School District: Hancock Place
  • Middle Or Junior School: Hancock Place Middle
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 1221.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1331
  • Lot Size Area: 0.13
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40 X 126
  • Lot Size Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5798.0
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1221.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Assessor
  • Documents Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 24
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Disclosures: Unknown, Occupancy Permit Required
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Ownership Type: Private
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • BuyerFinancing: Conventional
  • OccupantType: Owner
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Road Surface Type: Concrete
  • MIS_PoolYN: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Washer, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Concrete, Roughed-In Bath, Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Electric
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry, Decorative, Wood Burning, Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Special Millwork, Walk-In Closet(s), Breakfast Bar, Kitchen Island, Custom Cabinetry, Eat-in Kitchen, Solid Surface Countertop(s), Tub, Separate Dining
  • Window Features: Window Treatments, Wood Frames
  • Rooms Total: 5
  • LivingAreaSource: Assessor
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBathroomsHalf: 0
  • MIS_LowerLevelBedrooms: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsFull: 0
  • MIS_MainLevelBathroomsHalf: 1
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBedrooms: 2
  • MIS_MainAndUpperLevelBathrooms: 2
  • MIS_UpperLevelBedrooms: 2
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 21 x 12
  • Room Length: 21.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 10
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 12 x 11
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 12
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.0
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 13 x 13
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0

Property History for 252 West Ripa Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 30, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1907867881

$205,000

+12.4% / yr

May 30, 2025

Closed

MARIS #25027580

$205,000—
May 4, 2025

Pending

MARIS #25027580

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/30/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1907867881

$205,000

+12.4% / yr

05/30/2025

Closed

MARIS #25027580

$205,000
05/04/2025

Pending

MARIS #25027580

—

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Public Records for 252 West Ripa Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$6,950Additions$23,450Total$30,400
Tax Record2024$1,996 ($166 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,221 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,221 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,798 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1939ZoningR5CountyST. LOUISAPN28H-6-4-161-4Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 252 West Ripa Avenue

This home is within Hancock Place School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Hancock Place Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Hancock Place Middle School
Public6 to 8

Hancock Sr. High School
Public9 to 12

Green Park Lutheran School
PrivatePK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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