3542 S Compton Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63118
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OFF MARKET

3542 S Compton Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63118

Gravois Park
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 911 sqft

$135,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $908/mo*
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$135,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $908/mo*
Refinance Your Home
1 Bed
1 Bath
911 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1905
Living Area
911 sqft
Price/Sqft
$149

About this House

3542 South Compton
Single bedroom/ Single bathroom (shower only)
900 sq ft house for rent $800/month; $800 deposit
Single family house (you get your own 4 walls!!)
Across the street from beautiful Gravois Park, which is an 8 acre park with gazebo and NEW playground.
 Central AC & Heating
Hardwood floors throughout, Main floor laundry.
All appliances included: washer, dryer, dishwasher, fridge, stove
Large, clean, dry, open basement for storage
Modern kitchen with concrete countertops
Secure parking on back parking pad, plenty of parking on street
Private/fenced in backyard with shed
Strong neighborhood association, close active community
Landlord lives on the block
Close to South Grand shopping district and Cherokee arts district
Minutes away from SLU, Harris Stowe, HWY 55, HWY 44, HWY 40
NON-SMOKING, NOT section 8 approved!
Small pets may be approved
All interested tenants over 18 years of age will apply at Tower Grove Neighborhood Community Development Corporation. Application fee required

Owner pays for trash, sewer, water, and security system. Tenant will pay for gas and electric.
3542 S Compton Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63118 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 911 sqft single-family home in Gravois Park, built in 1905. It last sold for $127,500 on Feb 17, 2022. More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2017 with an asking price of $800 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 9, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $135,600, with a rent estimate of $1,124/month.

Home Details for 3542 S Compton Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Hardwood
Interior Details
Additional StorageStorage
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central
Security
Security System

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905Year Updated: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street, On Street

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3250 sqft

Price History for 3542 S Compton Ave

DatePriceEventSource
02/17/2022--Sold
MARIS #22004871
01/28/2022$114,800PendingMARIS #22004871
01/25/2022$114,800Listed For SaleMARIS #22004871
03/09/2021ListingRemovedN/A
08/04/2017$800ListingRemovedN/A
07/17/2017$800Listed For RentN/A

Market trends in Saint Louis

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$237K
$10.34KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$169
$8MoM
Available listings
1097
72MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,582
Assessment$18,980
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 3542 S Compton Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3523-3527 Michigan Ave, Saint Louis, MO
0.04
Single-Family Home
-
10/09/25
1
1
915
3436 Chippewa St, Saint Louis, MO
0.38
Single-Family Home
-
02/23/26
1
1
966
3615 Virginia Ave, Saint Louis, MO
0.12
Single-Family Home
-
01/29/26
2
1
990
3829 Pennsylvania Ave, Saint Louis, MO
0.38
Single-Family Home
-
01/23/26
1
1
765
3716 Minnesota Ave, Saint Louis, MO
0.24
Single-Family Home
-
11/21/25
2
1
880
3728 Minnesota Ave, Saint Louis, MO
0.26
Single-Family Home
-
10/24/25
1
1
986
3647 S Compton Ave, Saint Louis, MO
0.14
Single-Family Home
-
05/15/26
2
1
1,355
3627 Louisiana Ave, Saint Louis, MO
0.18
Single-Family Home
-
08/21/25
2
1
1,602
2723 Utah St, Saint Louis, MO
0.57
Single-Family Home
-
10/10/25
1
1
1,044
3110 Potomac St, Saint Louis, MO
0.11
Single-Family Home
-
08/29/25
2
2
1,267

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Gravois Park
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What Locals Say about Gravois Park

At least 71 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 76 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 74 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say car is needed

  • 65 % Say parking is easy

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 41 % Say there's wildlife

  • 37 % Say there are community events

  • 35 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 34 % Say it's quiet

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Dionna Shatoyya Griffin
    "The historic building and different cultures."
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  • Zeal
    "They would like the amount of dogs they see on a daily basis. That pet owners actually pick up after themselves. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Busy streets in some areas, the parks closest to here do not have fenced off dog parks. There are no signs to remind people to pick up after their pets. "
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  • Shaulawn B.
    "the neighborhood it's not perfect here but it's okay you just have to continue to be safe. it's a lot of gun violence going on here and it's a whole lot of car braking the police have to continue to stay in this area. "
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  • Antonio M.
    "Great neighborhood lived here for 2 years,I wouldn’t do much running at night but everything else is nice about the area. "
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  • Shaulawn B.
    "Make sure your children are safe in this neighborhood while they walk to school and get on the buses. Make sure that your home is very well locked up and secured make sure that your car is locked up and make sure that your children are safe and all time walking and getting from school everyday."
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  • Shaulawn B.
    "it's a very well-known neighborhood saint Paul's of the area of the neighborhood is safe but not all of it the police is always on call other than that it's not so bad just mind your business and keep your head up 😒"
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  • Brandy_rda00
    "Gravois Park varies by street, some are great, some are terrible. It's a growing area and I hope it keeps improving. "
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  • Gigi P.
    "I love that the neighborhood is so diverse and so unique.......... A lot of people in the south city area are very friendly and just So culturally welcoming "
    36
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  • Shaulawn B.
    "the historical stores in landmark Cherokee area got all the new stores and is a secured it's a very well secured area for The Neighbors and some parts is a safe place to live"
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  • Shaulawn B.
    "people are walk their dogs here every day in and there are school buses to let children off his neighborhood everyday the only thing just be safe,"
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  • Shaulawn B.
    "they do not like following the rules and regulations and guidelines About Pets, and if you going to have a pad make sure that you are responsible for the patent that do not bite or attack anyone try to keep this neighborhood safe"
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  • Caleb
    "There are a lot of dog owners in the area, and some of the restaurants on Cherokee street are dog-friendly. "
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  • Shaulawn B.
    "upscale quiet neighborhood community neighborhood it's upscale neighborhood very quiet very secured the neighbors are very decent neighbors very quiet people who work here are just a very quiet security neighborhood"
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Frequently asked questions about 3542 S Compton Ave

  • What is 3542 S Compton Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 3542 S Compton Ave in Saint Louis, MO is $135,600.
  • What is the price history for 3542 S Compton Ave?
    3542 S Compton Ave in Saint Louis, MO last sold in February 2022.
  • Is Saint Louis a buyer's or seller's market?
    Saint Louis is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Saint Louis?
    The median sale price in Saint Louis is $237K. That is up $10.34K from the prior month.
  • Does 3542 S Compton Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3542 S Compton Ave in Saint Louis, MO has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 3542 S Compton Ave?
    The lot at 3542 S Compton Ave in Saint Louis, MO is about 0.07 acres (3,180 sq ft).