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Property Description
New Price! New Photos! Newly Refinished Hardwood Floors! Welcome to 5638 Murdoch Avenue, a charming 3 bed, 3 bath single-family home nestled in the beautiful South Hampton neighborhood located between Francis Park & Macklind Ave with a high walkability score! This spacious residence offers 1,667 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, featuring an open floor plan of the kitchen, great room & eat in breakfast area, perfect for comfortable living & entertaining. The expansive living room & dining room feature gleaming hardwood floors (refinished 8/2025) & a decorative fireplace, adding a touch of elegance & warmth to the space. The kitchen is a chef's dream, boasting custom designed cabinetry & equipped w/ sleek stainless steel appliances. A main floor bedroom & full bath offer convenience, while two bedrooms & a full bath upstairs provide a cozy retreat. Custom window treatments throughout the main level complete the space. The unfinished basement offers potential for customization to suit your needs. Outside, the home is situated on a lovely lot, providing a welcoming curb appeal. The inviting front porch with matching archways is a great place to have your morning coffee or a twilight beverage. The brick, oversized, HEATED garage has an upstairs area for additional storage. This custom designed home was the first one built on the block. With its combination of charm, functionality, & modern amenities, 5638 Murdoch is ready to be your new haven. Don't miss the chance to make this wonderful house your home.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 5638 Murdoch Ave
General
- Price: $435,000
- Taxes: $2,885 (2022)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MARIS
- MLS ID: 25027740
- Updated: 11/24/2025
- Added to Site: 217 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 8
- Interior Features: Separate Dining, High Ceilings, Historic Millwork, Breakfast Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Pantry, Solid Surface Countertop(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Decorative, Living Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Water Heater
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Main Floor Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: No Driveway, Alley Access, Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener, Oversized, Storage, Workshop in Garage
Location
- Area: 3 - South City
- County: St Louis City
- Township: St. Louis City
- Subdivision: Twabridge Southampton Add
- Neighborhood: Southampton
School Information
- High School District: St. Louis City
- Elementary School: Buder Elem.
- Middle School: Long Middle Community Ed. Center
- High School: Roosevelt High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air Conditioning, Electric
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional, Bungalow
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished
- Square Feet: 1,667
- Year Built: 1924
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.0861
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 3,751
- Lot Size Source: Public Records
- Lot Dimensions: 30 x . 125
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $2,885
- Tax Year: 2022
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Private
- Disclosures/Reports: Unknown, Other, Flood Plain No, Occupancy Permit Required
- Property ID: 5180-00-0220-0
Listed by Compass Realty Group
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Schools
Schools serving 5638 Murdoch Ave
School District:St. Louis City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Buder Elementary School, St. Louis, MO 5319 Lansdowne Ave, St. Louis, MO 63109 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
Long Middle Community Ed. Center 5028 Morganford Rd, St. Louis, MO 63116 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Roosevelt High School 3230 Hartford St, St. Louis, MO 63118 | 9-12 | 3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 5638 Murdoch Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
11/21/2025
Price Reduced
$435,000
-1.14%
MLS
6/12/2025
Listed
$440,000
—
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 5638 Murdoch Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,521
—
$42,670
14%
2024
$3,521
17%
$37,440
—
2023
$3,008
4%
$37,440
8%
2022
$2,881
—
$34,560
—
2021
$2,881
—
$34,560
9%
2021
$2,881
14%
$31,650
7%
2018
$2,519
2%
$29,590
—
2017
$2,476
19%
$29,590
21%
2016
$2,084
10%
$24,530
—
2015
$1,890
4%
$24,530
4%
2014
$1,823
-30%
$23,660
-25%
2019
$2,611
43%
$31,660
34%
2013
$1,823
—
$23,660
—
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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5638 Murdoch Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63109 (MLS# 25027740) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 5638 Murdoch Avenue is currently listed for $435,000 and was received on June 12, 2025. Want to learn more about 5638 Murdoch Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Saint Louis? You can browse all Saint Louis real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

