Stately Brick 3/2 c.1910 Missouri Home For Sale Under $75K

$74,900

Convenience meets classic comfort on the main level of this Missouri home. This well-thought-out floor plan effortlessly connects a comfortable living room and a formal dining space, while offering modern must-haves including a main-floor half bath, dedicated laundry room, and a generously sized kitchen.

Realtor Comments

Welcome to 3001 Keokuk Street, a 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath brick-style home offering an excellent opportunity for an investor, rehabber, or buyer looking to build equity through improvements. Upstairs are three bedrooms and a full bathroom. The full basement provides additional storage space. Outside, you’ll find a fenced backyard, detached one-car garage, and dedicated parking pad. A recently replaced roof adds additional value and peace of mind. The property is ready for improvements, offering an opportunity to customize the home and add value. Whether you’re looking for a buy-and-hold rental or a renovation project, this property offers plenty of potential.

3bd
1.5ba
1,408sqft
3,001sqft lot
Circa 1910

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3001 Keokuk St, St. Louis, MO 63118

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-Contact Realtor: Adam Schultz

Brokered by Platinum Realty of Saint Louis LLC

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The Pros

Exceptional Affordability: The cost of living in St. Louis sits comfortably below the national average, driven largely by housing costs that are significantly cheaper than most major U.S. cities. Historic brick homes and modern apartments offer great value.
World-Class, Free Attractions: St. Louis features an incredible park and museum culture. Forest Park (which is larger than New York’s Central Park) houses several top-tier institutions—including the Saint Louis Art Museum, Missouri History Museum, and the renowned Saint Louis Zoo—all of which offer free general admission.
Thriving Food and Brewery Scene: Beyond being historically tied to Anheuser-Busch, the city boasts an underrated, diverse culinary scene famous for St. Louis-style pizza, toasted ravioli, local barbecue, and a vibrant craft beer culture.
Major Economic & Healthcare Anchors: The region hosts a robust corporate and medical footprint, anchored by major employers like Boeing, BJC HealthCare, Washington University in St. Louis, and Enterprise Holdings.
Passionate Sports Culture: St. Louis is an intense sports town with deeply loyal fanbases for baseball (Cardinals), hockey (Blues), and professional soccer (St. Louis CITY SC).

The Cons

High Crime Rates: Crime is statistically one of the most significant drawbacks. St. Louis frequently records high violent crime rates relative to its population size, though safety varies drastically by neighborhood.
The City-County Divide: The city proper is politically independent from surrounding St. Louis County. This fragmentation has historically led to political friction, duplicated services, and stark geographic segregation.
Intense Summer Weather: While spring and autumn are gorgeous, Midwestern summers are notoriously hot and humid, with prolonged stretches of high temperatures and thick humidity from June through September.
Urban Sprawl & Public Transit Limitations: The metro area is heavily car-centric. While a light-rail system (MetroLink) exists, public transit does not cover the entire region comprehensively, leading to heavy reliance on automobiles and traffic bottlenecks during rush hours.
Local Incomes: While housing is cheap, local median household incomes tend to lag behind national urban averages, meaning wages can sometimes mirror the lower cost of living.