- 4
- beds
- 2
- baths
- 1,238
- sqft
- 1938
- year built
- Status:
- Pending
- MLS #:
- 26054809
- Neighborhood:
- Gravois City Limits Park
- County:
- St. Louis
- Listed By:
- Meg Colyer - Vancil Brothers Realty
- Agent Phone:
- (573) 291-0608
- Agent Email:
- megcolyerstl@gmail.com
Sponsoring Broker: Derek Eisenberg, Continental Real Estate Group, Inc
Charming All-Brick Affton Home with Character You’ll love the charm and character of this classic all-brick Affton home! Featuring two stories, a spacious detached garage, and a fully fenced backyard, this property offers plenty of space both inside and out. The main level features a cute living room with fireplace, which enters into a formal dining area. There are two bedrooms and one full bathroom on the main floor, along with a completely remodeled kitchen. Original details throughout the home add warmth and personality, including beautiful stained-glass windows, an original rounded wood entry door, and hardwood floors. Upstairs, you’ll find two additional rooms that can be used as bedrooms, home offices, playrooms, or flexible living space depending on your needs. The unfinished walk-out basement provides even more potential, featuring a full bathroom, a separate small room ideal for storage or an office, and a large open area currently used for workout space and laundry. The walk-out leads directly to the fenced backyard. With its original character, updated kitchen, versatile floor plan, large garage, and excellent indoor/outdoor space, this Affton home is full of possibilities!
-
- Bedrooms
- 4
-
- Bathrooms
- 2
-
- Year Built
- 1938
-
- Architectural Style
- Bungalow
-
- Construction Materials
- Brick
-
- Garage Spaces
- 2.0
-
- Living Area
- 1238.0
-
- Exterior Features
- Private Yard, Private Entrance
-
- Cooling
- Central Air
-
- Heating
- Forced Air
-
- Basement
- Walk-Out Access, Unfinished, Interior Entry, Bath/Stubbed, Concrete, Storage Space, Exterior Entry
-
- Acres
- 0.1377
-
- Lot Features
- Back Yard
-
- Utilities
- Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
-
- Water
- Public
-
- Area
- 271 - Affton
-
- County
- St. Louis
-
- City
- Alton
-
- Neighborhood
- Gravois City Limits Park
-
- Zip Code
- 63123
-
- High School
- Bayless Sr. High
-
- Middle School
- Bayless Jr. High
-
- Elementary School
- Bayless Elem.
-
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Estimated Value
$245,585
Estimated Sales Price Range:
$201,379 - $289,790
Source: Constellation Data Labs
Price History
| 10/27/2026 | Price Changed | $240,000 |
| Source: MARIS MLS #26054809 | ||
| 08/31/2026 | Listed | $259,000 |
| Source: MARIS MLS #26054809 | ||
Source: MLS Data
Deed History
| 07/08/2024 | Personal Representatives Deed | $88,312 |
| 02/19/2013 | Warranty Deed | $122,500 |
| 05/12/1999 | Warranty Deed | $88,500 |
Source: Public records via Constellation Data Labs
Mortgage History
| 02/19/2013 | FHA | $120,268 |
| 05/12/1999 | FHA | $87,776 |
Source: Public records via Constellation Data Labs
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This home is listed at $240,000 with 1,238 sqft of space—that comes out to approximately $194 per square foot.
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8523 Philo Ave was listed on August 31, 2026, which means it's been on the market for 72 days.
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When was this house built?
This home was built in 1938, making it approximately 88 years old.
What is the lot size of this property?
8523 Philo Ave sits on a 0.14-acre lot, which is 6,098 square feet.
What schools are assigned to this property?
Based on MLS info, this home is zoned for:
- Elementary: Bayless Elem.
- Middle: Bayless Jr. High
- High: Bayless Sr. High
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Source: MARIS MLS | MLS#: 26054809