1532 Mississippi Avenue

St. Louis, MO 63104

$849,900
Price
5
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
3,986 Sq. Ft.
$213 / Sq. Ft.
3,986
Sq. Ft.
$213
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Est 1877 Only a handful of homes face Lafayette Square Park & only one was built by the steamboat Captain Horace Bixby (mentor of Mark Twain) which sets the stage for the remarkable dwelling that unfolds within its storied walls. Meticulously updated & remodeled w/ items curated to honor its significance & provenance. All the bells & whistles of modern living drenched in detail w/ medallioned ceilings & stunning sunrises from the private primary veranda. Millwork has been painstakingly restored,...Est 1877 Only a handful of homes face Lafayette Square Park & only one was built by the steamboat Captain Horace Bixby (mentor of Mark Twain) which sets the stage for the remarkable dwelling that unfolds within its storied walls. Meticulously updated & remodeled w/ items curated to honor its significance & provenance. All the bells & whistles of modern living drenched in detail w/ medallioned ceilings & stunning sunrises from the private primary veranda. Millwork has been painstakingly restored, original light fixtures, sweeping stairwells rebuilt & repurposed original materials. An entertainer’s dream from parlor to patio w/ rooftop garden deck for outdoor entertaining to built-ins & butler’s pantry, add to original elements of pocket doors, elegant fireplaces. Banked in bedrooms a mid-level lounge is a haven for unwinding. A breathtaking façade overlooks the park & the new brick garage w/ spiral stairwell & garden deck raise the roof for outdoor enjoyment & complete the package.
  1. Listed by Jennifer Schoemehl • Circa Properties

Property Details for 1532 Mississippi Avenue

Architectural Style
Historic,Manse,Other
Style Description
Other
Waterfront
No
Cross Street
Park Ave.
LISTING UPDATED: 12/09/2024 12:06 AM

Property Details for 1532 Mississippi Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #24022260
Days on Market237
Taxes$7,862 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Residential
Year Built1877
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,250 SF
CountySt. Louis Independent City

Building Information for 1532 Mississippi Avenue

Stories-Year Built1877Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,250 SF

Property Information for 1532 Mississippi Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: St Louis
  • County Or Parish: St Louis City
  • Directions: Park or Lafayette to Mississipppi
  • Latitude: 38.615716
  • Longitude: -90.213426
  • Neighborhood: Lafayette Square
  • Postal Code: 63104
  • State Or Province: MO
  • Sub division Name: Newman Howard Add
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 2512
Taxes and HOA Information
  • List AOR: St. Louis Association of REALTORS
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Prop Asses City Tax: 1
  • Parcel Number: 1807-00-0060-0
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,862.00
  • Tax Legal Description: C. B. 1807 MISSISSIPPI AVE 25 FT X 130 FT NEWMAN & HOWARD ADDN BLOCK 1 LOT 4
  • Tax Year: 2023
Owner
  • Township: St. Louis City
Parking
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Carport Spaces: 0.0
  • Carport: No
  • Covered Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Alley Access, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Workshop in Garage
  • Parking Total: 0.0
School Information
  • Elementary School: Sigel Elem. Comm. Ed. Center
  • High School: Vashon High
  • High School District: St. Louis City
  • Middle Or Junior School: Long Middle Community Ed. Center
Virtual Tour
Property
Lot Information
  • Living Area: 4181.0
  • Lot Features: Fencing, Level Lot, Park View, Partial Fencing, Sidewalks, Streetlights
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0746
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 25x130
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3250.0
  • Lot Number: 4
  • Special Areas: 2nd Floor Laundry,Balcony,Bonus Room,Entry Foyer,Front/Back Stairs,Library/Den,Living Room,Media Room
  • Property Sub Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Residential
Property and Assessments
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 3986.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Appraiser
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 195.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: Owner
  • Documents Count: 2
  • Photos Count: 82
  • Videos Count: 1
  • Year Built: 1877
  • Disclosures: Unknown,City,Flood Plain No,Historic Restriction,Occupancy Perm Req,Sellers Discl. Avail
  • Age: 147
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Ownership Type: Private
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Pool Private: No
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Concrete, Partially Finished, Unfinished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1.0
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Low Full Baths: 0
  • Low half Baths: 0
  • Primary Bath Description: Double Sink,Full Bath,Tub & Separate Shwr
  • Upper Full Baths: 2
  • Upper Half Baths: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Bedroom,Den/Library,Dining Room,Living Room,Other
  • Heat Source: Gas,Solar
  • Cable Available: 1
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Electric, Zoned
  • Fireplace Features: Non Functional
  • Fireplaces Total: 6
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Zoned
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Window Treatments, High Ceilings, Some Wood Floors
  • Dining: Separate Dining
  • Window Features: Six Panel Door(s), French Door(s), Pocket Door(s), Some Insulated Wndws, Some Stained Glass, Some Wood Windows
  • Rooms Total: 13
  • Main and Upper Bathrooms: 3
  • Main Level Full Bathrooms: 0
  • Main Level Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
Bedrooms
  • Bedroom Description: Possible Extra Lw Lv,Primary Bdr. Suite,Other
  • Main and Upper Beds: 5
  • Lower Beds: 0
  • Upper Beds: 5
Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Butler Pantry,Center Island,Custom Cabinetry,Eat-In Kitchen,Granite Countertops
Multi Family
Income & Expenses
  • Miscellaneous: Deck-Composite,Near Public Trans,Patio,Porch-Covered,Smoke Alarm/Detec

Property History for 1532 Mississippi Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1532 Mississippi Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$4,280Additions$94,150Total$98,430
Tax Record2024$8,267 ($689 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,752 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,752 SqFtStories3Lot Size3,250 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1888ZoningBCountySAINT LOUIS CITYAPN180700-00600

Schools near 1532 Mississippi Avenue

This home is within St. Louis City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sigel Elementary Community Ed. Center
PublicPK to 6

Long Middle Community Ed. Center
Public6 to 8

Vashon High School
Public9 to 12

Mckinley Classical Leadership Academy
Public6 to 12

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1532 Mississippi Avenue is a single family home for sale in St. Louis, MO 63104. This property was listed for sale on April 17, 2024 by Circa Properties, it's currently listed at $849,900. This listing's school district is St. Louis City School District. Nearby schools include Sigel Elementary Community Ed. Center, Long Middle Community Ed. Center and Vashon High School. 1532 Mississippi Avenue is a 5-bed, 2.5-bath, 3,986 sqft single family home built in 1877.

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