Price Reduced ListingLocated in the heart of historic Lafayette Square, 2024-2026 Lafayette Avenue offers a rare opportunity directly across from Lafayette Park. Formerly home to Rue Lafayette, this distinctive property features timeless architectural details, including an ornate pressed-metal ceiling, rich wood paneling, stained glass, and oversized front windows overlooking the park. Recent plumbing updates and rough-in work provide a starting point for the next phase of renovation. With its prominent location, historic character, and potential for a new restaurant, hospitality concept, or other creative commercial use, this property is ready for its next chapter in one of St. Louis' most recognizable historic neighborhoods. The property also features a front patio overlooking Lafayette Park, with seating for approximately 25 guests, an inviting outdoor space for dining, gathering, and enjoying the historic surroundings. Buyer to independently verify zoning, permitted uses, building requirements, and any other restrictions or regulations applicable to the property with the appropriate municipal authorities.
| MLS # | 26066743 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 1926 |
| Days On Site | 24 |
| Listing Provided By | Compass Realty Group | Logan Ely |
| SQ Feet | 2,000 |
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| Story(s) | 1 |
| Building(s) | 1 |
| Acreage | 0.06 |
| Cooling | Central Air, Electric |
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| Heating | Forced Air, Gas |
| Interior Features | Bar, Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Chandelier, Custom Cabinetry, High Ceilings, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan |
| Window Features | Bay Window(s) |
| Appliances | Double Oven, Gas Oven, Range Hood |
| Roof | Flat |
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| Construction Materials | Block, Brick, Other |
| Lot Features | City Lot, Corner Lot, Level, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Other, Views |
| Garage Yes / No | No |
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| Utilities | Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected |
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| Electric | Single Phase, 220 Volts |
| State | MO |
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| County | St. Louis |
| City | St Louis |
| Zip Code | 63014 |
| Area | Central East |
| Community Name | Nicholson Place |
| School District | Vashon High |
| Elementary School | Sigel Elem. Comm. Ed. Center |
| High School | Vashon High |
| Listing VS Median (in Nicholson Place) | |
Price: $499,900 low | high Med: $499,900 sqft: 2,000 low | high Med: 2,000 $ / sqft: $250 low | high Med: $250 On site: 24 low | high Med: 24 | |
| State | MO |
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| County | St. Louis |
| City | St Louis |
| Zip Code | 63014 |
| Area | Central East |
| Community Name | Nicholson Place |
| School District | Vashon High |
| Elementary School | Sigel Elem. Comm. Ed. Center |
| High School | Vashon High |
| Listing VS Median (in Nicholson Place) | |
Price: $499,900 low | high Med: $499,900 sqft: 2,000 low | high Med: 2,000 $ / sqft: $250 low | high Med: $250 On site: 24 low | high Med: 24 | |