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    • Listed by: RedKey Realty Leaders Circa • Jenn A Schoemehl
    $1,250,000

    1605 Missouri Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63104

    4beds
    5,727sqft
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    $7,834/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1896
    8,398 Square Feet Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $218/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    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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    Listed by:

    Jenn A Schoemehl 314-517-2122,

    RedKey Realty Leaders Circa

    Source: MARIS,MLS#: 26035592MLS LogoOriginating MLS: St. Louis Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: First
      • Area: 336
      • Dimensions: 21x16
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: First
      • Area: 252
      • Dimensions: 14x18
      Bedroom 3
      • Description: Great office option too. Facing Lafayette Park
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: First
      • Area: 210
      • Dimensions: 14x15
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: First
      • Area: 280
      • Dimensions: 14x20
      Bathroom
      • Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 42
      • Dimensions: 7x6
      Bathroom 2
      • Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
      • Level: First
      • Area: 81
      • Dimensions: 9x9
      Bathroom 3
      • Features: Floor Covering: Ceramic Tile
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 90
      • Dimensions: 10x9
      Bonus room
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 120
      • Dimensions: 12x10
      Dining room
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 396
      • Dimensions: 22x18
      Great room
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Third
      • Area: 656
      • Dimensions: 41x16
      Kitchen
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 299
      • Dimensions: 23x13
      Laundry
      • Description: Dressing room with laundry and separate closet
      • Features: Floor Covering: Vinyl
      • Level: First
      • Area: 210
      • Dimensions: 14x15
      Library
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 176
      • Dimensions: 11x16
      Living room
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 448
      • Dimensions: 32x14
      Other
      • Description: Entryway
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 348
      • Dimensions: 29x12
      Other
      • Description: Cocktail Room
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 112
      • Dimensions: 8x14
      Other
      • Description: Kitchenette could be bath or add’l closet
      • Features: Floor Covering: Wood
      • Level: Main
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
      Cooling
      • Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Dual, Electric, Zoned
      Appliances
      • Included: Electric Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Oven, Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
      • Laundry: 2nd Floor, Laundry Room
      Features
      • Bookcases, Built-in Features, Butler Pantry, Center Hall Floorplan, Chandelier, Coffered Ceiling(s), Crown Molding, Custom Cabinetry, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Historic Millwork, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Separate Dining, Separate Shower, Special Millwork, Storage, Tub, Two Story Entrance Foyer, Workshop/Hobby Area
      • Flooring: Tile, Wood
      • Doors: French Doors, Panel Door(s), Pocket Door(s)
      • Windows: Bay Window(s), Blinds, Stained Glass, Storm Window(s), Window Treatments, Wood Frames
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 7
      • Fireplace features: Basement, Bedroom, Decorative, Den, Dining Room, Living Room, Other, Master Bedroom
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 5,727
      • Total interior livable area: 5,727 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 5,727
      • Finished area below ground: 0

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Additional Parking, Asphalt, Driveway, Off Street, Parking Pad, Private
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Patio & porch: Patio, Porch, Rear Porch, Side Porch
      • Exterior features: Entry Steps/Stairs, Garden, Lighting
      • Fencing: Partial
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City, Garden, Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt
      Lot
      • Size: 8,398 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 61 x 140
      • Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Near Public Transit, Some Trees
      Details
      • Parcel number: 21390001300
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Historic
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick, Stone
      • Foundation: Stone
      • Roof: Architectural Shingle
      Condition
      • Updated/Remodeled
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1896

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 220 Volts, Ameren
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security System Owned, Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Funkhouser Add
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Saint Louis

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $218/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $158,910
      • Annual tax amount: $13,038
      • Date on market: 6/21/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 27 days
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
      • Ownership: Private
      • Electric utility on property: Yes
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/2/2026Listed for sale$1,250,000$218/sqft
        Source: MARIS #26035592 Report a problem
        6/22/2026Listing removed$1,250,000$218/sqft
        Source: MARIS #26035592 Report a problem
        6/21/2026Listed for sale$1,250,000+83.8%$218/sqft
        Source: MARIS #26035592 Report a problem
        7/7/2022Sold--
        Source: MARIS #22030067 Report a problem
        6/5/2022Pending sale$680,000$119/sqft
        Source: MARIS #22030067 Report a problem
        6/2/2022Listed for sale$680,000$119/sqft
        Source: MARIS #22030067 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$13,038 +9.6%$158,910 +12.1%
        2024$11,899 +5.2%$141,810
        2023$11,315 +6%$141,810 +10.1%
        2022$10,672 +0.1%$128,770
        2021$10,657 +13.1%$128,770 +11.8%
        2020$9,426 $115,140
        2019$9,426 $115,140 +5.5%
        2018$9,426 +2.3%$109,120
        2017$9,216 +8.7%$109,120 +8.3%
        2016$8,477 +10.4%$100,800
        2015$7,679 +3%$100,800
        2014$7,451 $100,800 +3%
        2013$7,451 $97,870 -8.5%
        2012-- $106,990
        2011-- $106,990
        2010-- $106,990 +3.7%
        2009$6,859 +22.2%$103,200
        2008$5,612 $103,200 -0.7%
        2007$5,612 $103,890
        2006$5,612 +1%$103,890 +29.4%
        2005$5,554 +19.1%$80,280 +25.6%
        2004$4,665 +3%$63,900
        2003$4,528 +18.8%$63,900 +21.8%
        2002$3,811 $52,480
        2001-- $52,480 +4.5%
        2000-- $50,200
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Lafayette Square

        Getting around

        85 / 100
        Very Walkable
        67 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Henry Elem.
        • Middle: Fanning Middle Community Ed.
        • High: Roosevelt High

        Source: MARIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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