440 Carswold Drive, Clayton, MO 63105
Subdivision: Wydown Forest
List Price: $679,900
3
Bedrooms2
Baths1,736
Area (sq.ft)$392
Cost/sq.ft2 Story
Type4
Days on MarketDescription
Steeped in history and filled with decades of joy and laughter, this timeless Colonial is ready to welcome its next chapter — and its next lucky owner — in the heart of downtown Clayton. Nestled in the beloved Wydown Forest neighborhood, where no two homes are alike and every street feels like a storybook, this is more than a house — it’s a lifestyle waiting to be lived. Imagine mornings that begin with a stroll to nearby parks, coffee shops, boutiques, and top-rated schools — all just steps from your front door. Even better? You’re only 15 minutes from almost everywhere you need to be. Walkability, charm, and convenience rarely meet like this. Approach along the newer stone walkway and step onto the welcoming full front porch, where life unfolds like your favorite feel-good movie. Sip something refreshing, wave to neighbors gathered around the community island just across the way, and feel friendships form in real time. Inside, the spacious double living room invites connection — a cozy fireplace nook to the right, a lively gathering space to the left. The oversized dining and activity room, complete with built-ins, flows seamlessly to the enormous, recently updated deck and lush rear gardens — perfect for celebrations, quiet evenings, and everything in between. The surprisingly expansive remodeled kitchen sits at the heart of the home, designed for togetherness. Whether preparing weeknight dinners or holiday feasts, this is where memories are made. A discreetly placed half bath and side entry add thoughtful convenience. Upstairs, modern glass-paneled railings lead to a primary suite spanning the entire width of the home — a true retreat with room to grow (and exciting potential for bath expansion). The light-filled hall bath offers generous storage, and two additional spacious bedrooms complete the level — including one that delights at every turn with custom Jungle Book murals, a magical space sure to spark imagination and smiles. The dry lower level awaits your personal vision — game room, creative studio, fitness zone, or the ultimate retreat. And the detached storage building (formerly a one-car garage, conveyed as-is) is a dream setup for gardeners and hobbyists alike. Homes like this — rich in character, wrapped in community, and positioned in one of Clayton’s most walkable, sought-after neighborhoods — do not come along often. The time is now. The place is here. Don’t deny yourself the joy.
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Rooms Dimensions
| Room | Dimensions (sq.rt) |
|---|---|
| Living Room (Level-Main) | 26 x 14 |
| Dining Room (Level-Main) | 14 x 9 |
| Kitchen (Level-Main) | 16 x 10 |
| Primary Bedroom (Level-Upper) | 26 x 10 |
| Bedroom (Level-Upper) | 12 x 11 |
| Bedroom (Level-Upper) | 12 x 11 |
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