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Property Description
Investor Special - Tenant in Place & Room to Add Value! This income-producing 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is a great opportunity for investors seeking both immediate cash flow and future upside. Currently rented at $800/month, there's room to increase rent with minor updates-making this the perfect value-add property. The home has solid bones and great potential for improvements that could boost both rental income and long-term value. Located in a desirable area with strong rental demand, this property is a smart addition to any portfolio. Don't miss your chance to secure a property with steady income and growth potential!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5240 Helen Ave
General
- Price: $72,000
- Taxes: $1,226 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MARIS
- MLS ID: 26030170
- Updated: Today (5/14/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 6
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 2
Parking
- Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street
Location
- Area: 16 - Jennings
- County: St. Louis
- Township: Jennings
- Subdivision: West Walnut Manor
School Information
- High School District: Jennings
- Elementary School: Fairview Elem.
- Middle School: Jennings Jr. High
- High School: Jennings High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Available
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Bungalow, Traditional
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Square Feet: 922
- Year Built: 1929
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0882
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,841.99
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Level
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $1,226
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Private
- Special Conditions: Listing As Is
- Documents Avail.: Lead Based Paint, Leases
- Disclosures/Reports: Flood Plain No, Subject to Lease
- Property ID: 14G-22-1205
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Schools
Schools serving 5240 Helen Ave
School District:Jennings School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Fairview Primary School 7047 Emma Avenue, Jennings, MO 63136 | PK-3 | 0.5 mi |
Fairview Intermediate School 7053 Emma Avenue, Jennings, MO 63136 | 4-6 | 0.5 mi |
Jennings Jr. High School 8831 Cozens Avenue, Jennings, MO 63136 | 7-8 | 1.6 mi |
Jennings High School 8850 Cozens Avenue, Jennings, MO 63136 | 9-12 | 1.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5240 Helen Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/14/2026
Listed
$72,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 5240 Helen Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$881
—
$12,830
56%
2024
$881
1%
$8,230
—
2023
$874
18%
$8,230
40%
2022
$740
-2%
$5,860
—
2021
$756
—
$5,860
-4%
2021
$756
-7%
$6,100
—
2019
$809
-3%
$6,100
1%
2018
$832
4%
$6,010
—
2017
$797
-1%
$6,010
-1%
2016
$805
—
$6,050
—
2015
$802
16%
$6,050
-8%
2013
$692
—
$6,590
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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5240 Helen Avenue, Jennings, MO 63136 (MLS# 26030170) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 5240 Helen Avenue is currently listed for $72,000 and was received on May 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 5240 Helen Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Jennings? You can browse all Jennings real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

