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949 Couch Avenue

Kirkwood, MO 63122

3 beds
2 baths
1,762 sqft
8,451 sqft lot
$141 per sqft
1946 build
– on site

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A very special house awaits you in Kirkwood! Sometimes referred to as "the house with the bear (statue)" this sweet red brick house features original hardwood floors, plaster walls, arched doorways, and coved ceilings - lovely details that make this house feel like home. In winter your favorite spot will be in front of the large stone fireplace. On sunny days you'll be drawn to the light-filled sunroom. No lonely cooks here - the kitchen is in the center of it all. The house feels open and flows well yet there are quiet corners, too. With a large and level backyard this is the perfect property for your badminton net! The backyard brims with possibilities. **New A/C installed in 2020, solid wood beadboard ceiling in sunroom in 2021, new kitchen countertops 2021, sewer lateral repaired in 2016** Meramec Community College with its beautiful gardens and paths is across the street. Robinson Elementary is a short walk up the street. Kirkwood Park is not much farther. See for yourself! Additional Rooms: Sun Room

Listing courtesy of MARIS / Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated May 9, 2025 •

MLS# 21072724 —

The Building

Year Built:

1946
Construction Materials:

Brick
Architectural Style:

Traditional, Ranch
Foundation Details:

Stone
Window Features:

Window Treatments, Insulated Windows, Tilt-In Windows
Door Features:

Panel Door(s), Storm Door(s)
Patio And Porch Features:

Patio
Basement:

Full, Unfinished, Walk-Up Access
Basement:

true
Above Grade Finished Area:

1,342 Sqft

Interior

Interior Features:

Granite Counters, Pantry, High Ceilings, Separate Dining
Flooring:

Carpet, Hardwood
Levels:

One
Rooms Total:

7
Fireplace:

true
Fireplace Features:

Living Room, Decorative, Wood Burning
Fireplaces Total:

1
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Living Area:

1762
Living Area Units:

Square Feet

Financial & Terms

Possession:

Close Of Escrow
Ownership Type:

Private
Listing Terms:

Cash, Conventional

Location

Longitude:

-90.425719
Latitude:

38.567104

The Property

Property Sub Type:

Single Family Residence
Property Type:

Residential
Parcel Number:

24N-22-0205
Lot Features:

Corner Lot
Lot Size Acres:

0.194
Lot Size Area:

0.19
Lot Size Units:

Acres
Lot Size Square Feet:

8,451 Sqft
Lot Size Dimensions:

.19
Waterfront:

false
Road Surface Type:

Concrete

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2020
Tax Annual Amount:

$2,781

Beds

Main Level Bedrooms:

3
Bedrooms Total:

3

Baths

Bathrooms Full:

2
Main Level Bathrooms Full:

1
Lower Level Bathrooms Full:

1
Bathrooms Total:

2

The Listing

Heating & Cooling

Cooling:

Central Air, Electric
Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Electric Oven

Schools

Elementary School:

George R. Robinson Elem.
Middle School:

Nipher Middle
High School:

Kirkwood Sr. High
High School District:

Kirkwood R Vii

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Montauk Hills
Pool:

No

Parking

Parking Features:

Additional Parking, Attached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Parking Total:

2
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage:

true
Attached Garage:

true
Carport:

false

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Utility Costs

$187/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
12/10/21 Dec 10, 2021	Sold	MARIS	$249,000	29.4% (5.4% / YR)
6/25/16 Jun 25, 2016		MARIS	$192,500

House Sold on 12/10/2021

$249,000

Listing provided by broker:

Samuel Hall

Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty

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949 Couch Avenue

Kirkwood, MO 63122