Historic

1605 Missouri Avenue

St Louis, MO 63104

MLS#: 26035592

$1,250,000

Status: Active

Listing number: 26035592

Listing provided by: RedKey Realty Leaders Circa

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Last update: 20 minutes ago

On site: 26 days ago

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Beds

Full Baths

1/2 Baths

Year Built

1896

Sq.Footage

4,582

Circa 1896 A rare opportunity & timeless elegance await in sought after Lafayette Square. Built by architect Ernst Janssen in Romanesque style this stately estate is one of only a handful of homes overlooking beloved Lafayette Park. On a grand corner lot, with mature landscaping & curved drive leading to the covered & pillared stone side entry. From the towering turret to the arched architectural entryway, its grand stature and timeless elegance is unparalleled. Welcomed through a fabulous foyer, the sweeping stairwell leads to a wall of stunning stained glass that illuminates the central corridor & leads to the expansive third floor rotunda. An entertainer’s dream from parlor to formal dining room w/ built-ins, to custom cabinetry & butler’s pantry in the well appointed kitchen. The spacious salon/lounge is the place for gathering with friends and family. Plus the formal dining room awaits when you want to entertain with style. From the first level parlor & living & dining areas a second stairwell lends access outside & to the upper level bedrooms & 2 full baths. Bay & bent glass windows, bold elements are warm &breathtaking throughout. The testament to detail is unparalleled at every turn including rare round radiators, detailed wood panel walls & fireplaces with original iron covers, tile, mirrors & mantles. Inlay & parquet grace three levels of wooden floors. Built-in cabinetry & closets maintain original hinges, mirrors & craftsmanship. Original elements of pocket doors, restored millwork, elegant fireplaces & original light fixtures remain. All the bells & whistles of modern living & style are drenched in timeless detail. Meticulously maintained, the architectural bones of this brick beauty are for the ages. Now is your opportunity to realize your dweller dreams of life on the park in the heart of the one & only Lafayette Square.

Features & Amenities

Interior

Other Interior Features

Bookcases, Built-in Features, Chandelier, Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Storage, Entrance Foyer
Total Bedrooms

4
Bathrooms

2
1/2 Bathrooms

1
Above Grade Finished Area

5727.0
Basement YN

YES
Cooling YN

YES
Cooling

Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric, Zoned
Fireplace YN

YES
Heating YN

YES
Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned, Exhaust Fan
Pet friendly

N/A

Exterior

Garage

No
Construction Materials

Brick, Stone
Other Exterior Features

Garden, Lighting
Parking

Additional Parking, Asphalt, Driveway, Off Street, Parking Pad, Private
Patio and Porch Features

Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
Pool

No
Waterfront YN

NO
View

City, Garden, Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt

Area & Lot

Lot Features

Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Near Public Transit
Lot Size(acres)

0.1928
Lot Size(square feet)

8398.37
Property Type

Residential
Property Sub Type

Single Family Residence
Architectural Style

Historic

Price

Sales Price

$1,250,000
Tax Amount

$13,038
Sq. Footage

4, 582
Price/SqFt

$272

HOA

Association

No

School District

Elementary School

Henry Elem.
Middle School

Fanning Middle Community Ed.
High School

Roosevelt High

Property Features

New Construction

NO
Foundation Details

Stone
Ownership

Private
Senior Community YN

NO
Sewer

Public Sewer
Water Source

Public

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Circa 1896 A rare opportunity & timeless elegance await in sought after Lafayette Square. Built by architect Ernst Janssen in Romanesque style this stately estate is one of only a handful of homes overlooking beloved Lafayette Park. On a grand corner lot, with mature landscaping & curved drive leading to the covered & pillared stone side entry. From the towering turret to the arched architectural entryway, its grand stature and timeless elegance is unparalleled. Welcomed through a fabulous foyer, the sweeping stairwell leads to a wall of stunning stained glass that illuminates the central corridor & leads to the expansive third floor rotunda. An entertainer’s dream from parlor to formal dining room w/ built-ins, to custom cabinetry & butler’s pantry in the well appointed kitchen. The spacious salon/lounge is the place for gathering with friends and family. Plus the formal dining room awaits when you want to entertain with style. From the first level parlor & living & dining areas a second stairwell lends access outside & to the upper level bedrooms & 2 full baths. Bay & bent glass windows, bold elements are warm &breathtaking throughout. The testament to detail is unparalleled at every turn including rare round radiators, detailed wood panel walls & fireplaces with original iron covers, tile, mirrors & mantles. Inlay & parquet grace three levels of wooden floors. Built-in cabinetry & closets maintain original hinges, mirrors & craftsmanship. Original elements of pocket doors, restored millwork, elegant fireplaces & original light fixtures remain. All the bells & whistles of modern living & style are drenched in timeless detail. Meticulously maintained, the architectural bones of this brick beauty are for the ages. Now is your opportunity to realize your dweller dreams of life on the park in the heart of the one & only Lafayette Square.

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