This Victorian townhouse has a perfect blend of old world features as well as modern updates. The main level greets you with beautiful hardwood flooring and the original staircase. The spacious living room provides an abundance of natural light, original fireplace and flows directly through a set of pocket doors right into the den/library. The first floor is completed by a separate dining area for those large family dinners, a remodeled bath (2020) and a recently remodeled kitchen (2022) with new cabinets and granite counters. The second floor offers a master suite with recently remodeled master bath including a huge walk-in shower(2020) and two additional spacious bedrooms. On the third floor you will find the fourth bedroom with doors leading out to a rooftop deck! This home also has a side yard and another large deck for entertaining and BBQ's. Last but on least the 2-car garage allows for addtl storage and rare off street parking. Schedule your showing today! SHOWINGS START 3/4.
Single-familyProperty Type
1870Year Built
5,624 sq ftLot Size
$197Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ron Oberkirsch• BHHS Select Properties
Bought with Ron Oberkirsch• BHHS Select Properties
This is one of those beautiful Lafayette Square Painted Ladies. Constructed in the late 1800's with the finest of materials and historical character. 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a 2 car garage only blocks from the retail, dining and nightlife of Lafayette Square. The gorgeous facade is appointed with a lovely entry vestibule and elaborate cornice work. Main level features a living room, dining room, den, and kitchen all with hardwood floors and some historic lighting. 3 bedrooms on the second level with a possible fourth on the third floor (also suitable for an office, family room, game room, etc.). Don't miss the luxurious garden in the spacious side yard bordered by a wrought iron fence. Large deck off the kitchen, rooftop deck with great views, cool spiral staircase, historic millwork and molding, walnut newell post and staircase, brickfinish patio and walkway and much, much more! Just one block from the vibrant business district in the Square and close to everything you love to do!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$5,770 (+5.1%)
$6,820 + $61,770
$68,590
2023
$5,487 (+7.7%)
$6,820 + $61,770
$68,590
2022
$5,096 (+0.1%)
$6,820 + $61,770
$68,590
2021
$5,089 (+12.2%)
$6,820 + $54,490
$61,310
2020
$4,537 (−50.2%)
$6,820 + $54,490
$61,310
2019
$9,114 (+138.7%)
$2,190 + $52,860
$55,050
2018
$3,818 (+1.7%)
$11,500 + $81,200
$92,700
2017
$3,753 (+4.8%)
$6,820 + $38,190
$45,010
2016
$3,581 (+10.4%)
$6,820 + $38,190
$45,010
2015
$3,245 (+3.0%)
$6,820 + $35,570
$42,390
2014
$3,152
$6,820 + $34,370
$41,190
Tax history for 1809 Rutger St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$5,770 (+5.1%)
$6,820 + $61,770
$68,590
2023
$5,487 (+7.7%)
$6,820 + $61,770
$68,590
2022
$5,096 (+0.1%)
$6,820 + $61,770
$68,590
2021
$5,089 (+12.2%)
$6,820 + $54,490
$61,310
2020
$4,537 (−50.2%)
$6,820 + $54,490
$61,310
2019
$9,114 (+138.7%)
$2,190 + $52,860
$55,050
2018
$3,818 (+1.7%)
$11,500 + $81,200
$92,700
2017
$3,753 (+4.8%)
$6,820 + $38,190
$45,010
2016
$3,581 (+10.4%)
$6,820 + $38,190
$45,010
2015
$3,245 (+3.0%)
$6,820 + $35,570
$42,390
2014
$3,152
$6,820 + $34,370
$41,190
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
41 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,873 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1870
Sq. Ft.
2,528
Year built
1870
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Louis City
APN
04850002350
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 24, 2025.
B
Two-Family Dwelling District
Two-family dwellings which comply with the area and parking regulations of the B Two-Family Dwelling District where 40 percent or more of the frontage of a street is occupied by either two-family, semi-detached two-family or multiple-family dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Library
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Covered Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Alley Access, Detached, Garage Door Opener
Garage Spaces: 2
Carport Spaces: 0
Has Garage
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Main: 0
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Half Baths (Total): 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Main and Upper Bathrooms: 3
Main Level # of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Den
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Room Level: Upper
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bedroom
Room Level: Upper
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Sitting Room
Room Level: Upper
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Stone/Rock
Other Rooms Information
# of Rooms: 9
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 4
Fireplace Features: Woodburning Fireplce
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating Information: Forced Air
Cooling Information: Electric, Zoned
Interior Features
Interior Features: Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, High Ceilings, Walk-in Closet(s), Some Wood Floors
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Wine Cooler
Exterior
Building Information
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Ownership Type: Private
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Residential
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,723
Above Grade Finished Area Source: Other
Lot Information
Lot Features: Fencing, Level Lot, Sidewalks, Streetlights
Lot Size Acres: 0.1291
Lot Size Dimensions: 39x123
Lot Size Source: County Records
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,089
Tax Year: 2021
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee Frequency: None
School Information
Elementary School: Sigel Elem. Comm. Ed. Center
Middle Or Junior High School: Fanning Middle Community Ed.
High School: Vashon High
High School District: St. Louis City
Location Information
Directions: From 44: N on Jefferson to E on Lafayette to N on Mississippi to E on Rutger. Home is on the left. From 64/40: S on Jefferrson to E on Park to N on Mississippi to E on Rutger. Home is on the left.
Cross Street: S 18th Street
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,528
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,873 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1870
Year Renovated: 1870
County: St. Louis City
APN: 04850002350
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 24, 2025
Other
Listing Date Information
Expected Active Date: Saturday, March 4, 2023
Home Information
Levels: Two and a Half
Around this home
Schools
Sigel Elementary Community Ed. Center
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
Long Middle Community Ed. Center
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.0mi
3/10
Vashon High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.8 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$509,000 – $617,000
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