Description:
Historic Second Empire French home priced to sell. This 1885 3-story gem is located in the little known historic neighborhood of Carondelet which predates the founding of the city of Saint Louis by 103 years. This 2800 sq. ft house is located 1 minute from Interstate 55; 7 minutes from downtown and Busch Stadium. It is 1 block from Loughborough Ave. and 1 block to the extensively restored Carondelet Library. Within walking distance are Starbucks, Saint Louis Bread Company, Qdoba, Lowes, Schnucks and more in Loughborough Commons. Across the street from this shopping area in the beautiful Carondelet Park is the 2-year old YMCA recreation complex with its indoor and outdoor swimming pools and huge exercise area. You will love the work the homeowners have done to completely renovate this historic home for modern living. Walls have been removed to achieve the open floor plan. The soaring 12 ceilings on the first floor and 10 ceilings on the second floor give an expansive feel to this home. Other features include multiple fireplaces, pocket doors and hand-made trim. Many of the architectural artifacts have been rescued from other Saint Louis homes. The gorgeous kitchen features floor to ceiling cabinets, quartz counters and a unique ceiling. There is a main floor bath, formal dining room, hearth room and 4-season/family room along with a beautiful living room. Second floor includes 2 bedroom suites with private baths, sitting room, laundry room and 2 private decks. The third floor features a man-cave with refrigerator, bathroom and a playroom/bedroom. Outside there is an intimate patio area and a stellar formal garden with pond. Most of the plants are perennials. Behind the house is a 3-car parking pad with the front and back yard detailed with wrought iron fencing. All systems in the house are new including water lines from street into the house, all plumbing pipes and electrical lines with 200 amp. service. There are 2 hvac systems for this spacious home. Are you tired of the long commute to work and the high gas prices? Would you be interested in some extra income? This house could also become a wonderful bed and breakfast as it is. Furnishings, including antiques and accessories can be included as a complete package. If you have always wanted to live in an historic home like the ones youve seen on the house tours, make an appointment to see this ONE-OF-A-KIND house at an incredibly affordable price. Compare this Lafayette Square style house to the homes in that area or the ones in Soulard and other city neighborhoods selling for $400,000+. Please call (314) 352-0229.
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