Tucked into the north St. Louis Metro corridor, this 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home at 5600 Gatesworth Ave offers an accessible entry point into homeownership in one of the region's most discussed revitalization markets. At 672 square feet, this compact, efficiently designed home is ideal for a single buyer, couple, or small household looking to stop renting and start building equity — without the barriers of traditional bank financing. Built in 1941, this property carries the bones and character of mid-century St. Louis construction, a style well known for solid foundational builds that have stood the test of decades. Homes of this era in the St. Louis 63136 zip code represent some of the most affordable ownership opportunities in the entire metro area, where comparable rentals often exceed what ownership costs on a monthly basis. With a down payment of just $2,500 and monthly payments of $895, this listing is structured to make the transition from tenant to homeowner as straightforward as possible. No traditional bank loan is required — the seller is offering direct owner financing, meaning your path to ownership is based on your ability to make the monthly payment, not on satisfying a lender's checklist. North St. Louis has seen increasing attention from buyers priced out of other parts of the metro, and properties at this price point — listed at $79,000 — continue to represent strong value in today's market. Whether you're a first-time buyer or simply looking for a low-barrier way into real estate, 5600 Gatesworth Ave deserves a serious look. This is an opportunity to own rather than rent in a city that rewards those who plant roots and stay the course. Please note that this is a contractor special. Certain items will need to be addressed before the property can pass occupancy inspection — this is a very nice house, but work must be completed prior to anyone occupying the home, and a city inspection will be required. This is disclosed openly to all interested buyers. A list of items to be addressed is available upon request.