Calling all investors, rehabbers, and ambitious DIYers — this is your next big project. Located in the heart of South St. Louis, 720 Erskine Avenue offers a rare chance to own a single-family home on a generous lot for under $50,000. Built in 1904, this property is not move-in ready… Read More and requires extensive renovation — but the upside is undeniable. Sitting on nearly 5,000 sq ft of land, this home offers potential for transformation, whether you're planning a flip, rental, or personal project. With comps in the area selling between $125K–$150K post-renovation, this is a prime value-add opportunity. Also, the house is only a short walk away from Imo's and local convenience store. Property features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and a classic layout ready to be reimagined. POSSIBLY SALVAGEABLE wood floors in family room and decent tile floor in kitchen. Central location near parks, public transit, and shopping. Investors will appreciate the low holding costs (2024 taxes approx. $1,579) and strong rental potential once brought up to modern standards. Home will not qualify for traditional financing — cash or hard money only. Sold as-is. Bring your contractor, your vision, and get to work — this one won’t last. No disclosures to be provided. Read Less
Listing courtesy of Compass Realty Group, 314-347-1658.
Listing Snapshot
Days Online
36
Last Updated
Property Type
Single Family Residence
Square Ft.
784
Lot Size
0.11 Acres
Year Built
1904
MLS Number
25044874
Additional Details
Building
Above Grade Finished Area: 784 Sq.Ft., Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records, Architectural Style: "Bungalow", Below Grade Finished Area: 720 Sq.Ft., Below Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records, Construction Materials: "Unknown", "Wood Siding", Living Area: 1504 Sq. Ft., 4 total rooms, Year Built: 1904
Cooling
Cooling: "None"
Disclosures
Disclosures: "None"
Heating
Heating: "Other"
Lot
Features: "Back Yard", "City Lot", "Cleared", "Few Trees", "Front Yard", "Garden", "Gently Rolling", "Level", "Private", Lot Size Acres: 0.109, Lot Size Source: Public Records
Property
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Taxes
Annual Tax Amount: 1579, Tax Year: 2024
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