Home Details for 653 Evans Avenue

Steeped in Kirkwood history and beautifully updated for modern living, this 2-story home was once the residence of Judge Peter C. Bopp — Kirkwood builder, St. Louis County Judge, and civic leader — and today offers a timeless 1890s aesthetic with sophisticated, thoughtful updates throughout. Set on a level, corner lot on a third of an acre with mature foliage and shade, the home welcomes you with a stone pathway to a covered front porch and an elegant new front door. Inside, 7 Velux skylights fill the entire home with natural light, complementing 10' ceilings, historic millwork, exposed beams, a bay window, and gleaming blonde hardwood floors throughout. The living room features a marble TV wall with custom Amish-built cabinetry, while crown molding and wall-to-wall built-in bookshelves add further charm. The eat-in kitchen showcases Aurora stone countertops and 42" custom cabinets, flowing seamlessly into a separate dining room with wainscoting, wood floors, and a chandelier, and on into the living room and sunroom. The sunroom's ceramic tile floor, vaulted wood ceiling, dual decks, and garage access make it a favorite spot to relax. A main-floor laundry and updated half bath complete the first level, along with a bonus room above the garage — perfect for a man-cave or kids' play space. A dramatic wood staircase leads upstairs to a huge primary suite with ample closet space, wood floors, and a renovated full bath featuring double sinks and a walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms and an updated full bath complete the upper level, while a partial walk-up lower level offers flexible storage or workout space. Outside, enjoy a fabulous, private, fully fenced backyard with a newer patio, stone fire pit, and premium wood fencing. A 2024 architectural roof replacement included the installation of new Velux skylights throughout, plus newer windows with a transferable warranty and Hunter Douglas blinds throughout the main level and upstairs landing. Walk to Downtown Kirkwood, the elementary school, and Kirkwood Park from this beloved corner-lot home. Write your next chapter within the walls of this beautifully preserved home. Kirkwood occupancy inspection has passed.

• House Interior

  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Bookcases
  • Built-in Features
  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Crown Molding
  • Eat-in Kitchen
  • High Ceilings
  • Open Floorplan
  • Pantry
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Walk-In Closet(s)

• Parking

  • Additional Parking
  • Attached
  • Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Faces Side
  • Kitchen Level
  • Lighted
  • Oversized
  • Parking Pad
  • Storage

• Utilities

  • Cable Connected
  • Electricity Connected
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Sewer Connected
  • Water Connected

• Basement

  • Partial
  • Unfinished
  • Walk-Up Access

• Cooling Information

  • Central Air
  • Ceiling Fan(s)

• Heating Information

  • Forced Air

• Water Features

  • Public

• Garage

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