Offered at $1,300,000
About 68 Aberdeen Place
68 Aberdeen Place is located in the municipality of Clayton, Missouri, in the Hillcrest neighborhood. It is within walking distance of Captain Elementary School and Wydown Middle School. Washington University, Concordia Seminary, Forest Park and charming shops and eateries are also walkable attractions to this home.
68 Aberdeen Place is a traditional 2.5 story historic brick home with four bedrooms, three full bathrooms and yet another 2 half bathrooms. It also features a screened porch and a two car garage. The home is enhanced by tasteful front landscape lighting.
A large covered front porch invites you into a gracious center hall. The entrance hallway is light filled. The main floor plan is adaptable and flexible and can be set up for individual preferences. Currently the room that was a formal dining room is being used as a den. The expansive living room has been set up as a living room and dining room open to a hearth room, kitchen and screened porch.
The first floor has the original hardwood floors and millwork. The mantle is original and has been refurbished by the current owner. It houses a gas fireplace. The windows are thermal. The hearth room and kitchen are at the southern end of the living room. The kitchen island is open to the living room, dining room and screened porch.
The contemporary kitchen has been updated. It features a skylight, transom windows and a casement window over the sink overlooking the backyard patio. It has solid surface counters, newer appliances and double ovens. The peninsula houses a 5 burner electric cooktop and can seat up to 3 sous-chefs. The kitchen exudes a very pleasant aura with all the light that streams in (southern facing) and has room for more than one cook.
In addition to the entertainment areas of the main floor there is a glam half bath for guests and a laundry room. The laundry room is spacious with great storage and counter space.
The second floor has three bedrooms and two full baths. The luxury primary bath has been completely redone. It has heated floors, two sinks, a slipper tub and walk-in shower. There is a walk-in closet in the primary bedroom.
Other features of this elegant home are the third floor suite which is ideal for a teen. It has it’s own heating and cooling, an abundance of closets, a built-in desk and a full bath. There is also a lower level media room with an entertainment center, a bar and a half bath. The unfinished portion of the basement is great for storage.
The house has zoned heating and cooling. The backyard is fenced. There is a patio that includes a gas fired table. The two car garage and parking pad are accessible off the alley.
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Location
68 Aberdeen Place is located in the municipality of Clayton MO. Clayton is an inner-ring city at the western edge of the city limits of the City of St Louis. It is in the central corridor. It is also the county seat of St Louis County.
In 2022, Clayton, MO reports a population of 17,130 with an average household income of $191,712 and a poverty rate of 8.2%. (source)In addition to residential, Clayton’s Central Business District has 7,000,000 square feet of office space and 1,000,000 square feet of retail space. (81% of Clayton’s land is residential.
Niche has rated Clayton as the number 2 best place to live in Missouri. This ranking takes into account key factors of a location including the quality of local schools, crime rates, housing trends, employment statistics and access to amenities.
Clayton has over 80 restaurants and over 200 retail shops. The Galleria Shopping Center is in the neighboring town of Richmond Heights. The Delmar Loop is in the neighboring city of University City. The city of Clayton has many special events but many are hold now until the pandemic is stabilized. One of the most popular Clayton events is the St Louis Art Fair. It is a gathering of very creative craftsman from across the country and well worth a visit.
68 Aberdeen is in the highly sought-after Hillcrest neighborhood. Its motto is “Where Forest Park is your backyard”. It is located at the eastermost edge of Clayton. It is highly sought after. It is walkable to Washington University, Forest Park and the eclectic and charming shops and restaurants on DeMun. It is also walkable, if you are energetic, to Carl’s Deli, one of the few Deli’s left in town.
According to walkscore.com, it is only somewhat walkable. I pretty much think this is low. However, walkscore.com says only some errands can be accomplished on foot. It is a 19 minute walk to the MLS metrolink blue line. It is near Forest Park, DeMun Park and Concordia Park.
Schools
68 Aberdeen Place is in the Clayton School District in St Louis County. According to Niche, the Clayton School District is rated A+ with an average graduation rate of 99%.
The elementary school for 68 Aberdeen is Ralph M. Captain Elementary which is within walking distance. It has 296 students in grades K-5 with a student teacher ration of 10-1. According to state test scores, 62% of students are at least proficient in math and 72% in reading. More information
Wydown Middle School has 560 students in grades 6-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 9 to 1. According to state test scores, 69% of students are at least proficient in math and 73% in reading. It is within walking distance. More information.
Clayton High School has 881 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1. According to state test scores, 82% of students are at least proficient in math and 72% in reading. More information
Parks and Recreation
Claytonites have the advantage of their own Shaw Park on the western edge of the city and Forest Park on the eastern edge. Both are magnificent parks.
My images of Clayton always include the Shaw Park Aquatic Center. I would change my route to make sure to pass the pool and diving pool during the summer months. I would pray for the red stop light while in front of the diving pool so I could see at least one diver. The lap pool was always filled with sunbathers. The other “people watching” favorite was watching the kids hanging out and walking home with their friends. Shaw Park is more than the Aquatic Center. It is 47 acres of grounds which includes tennis courts, picnic grounds and walking trails.
Clayton has several other smaller parks amidst the different neighborhoods including a dog park.
