Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/05/2026
Listed
$1,250,000
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Property Description
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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1605 Missouri Ave
General
- Price: $1,250,000
- Taxes: $13,038 (2025)
- Status: Coming Soon
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MARIS
- MLS ID: 26035592
- Updated: 6/5/2026
- Added to Site: 10 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior 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
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 7
- Fireplace(s): Basement, Bedroom, Decorative, Den, Dining Room, Living Room, Other, Master Bedroom
- Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Wall Oven, Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Main Floor Baths: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms Main & Up: 4
Parking
- Parking Features: Additional Parking, Asphalt, Driveway, Off Street, Parking Pad, Private
Location
- Area: 2 - Central East
- County: St Louis City
- Township: St. Louis City
- Subdivision: Funkhouser Add
- Neighborhood: Lafayette Square
- Cross Streets: Whittemore
- Driving Directions: On west side facing historic Lafayette Park. Lafayette or Park Avenue to Missouri Ave.
School Information
- High School District: St. Louis City
- Elementary School: Henry Elem.
- Middle School: Fanning Middle Community Ed.
- High School: Roosevelt High
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Attic Fan, Central Air Conditioning, Electric, Zoned
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant, Zoned
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utility Description: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Historic
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Poured Cement (8 Feet or More), Bathroom, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Roof: Architectural Shingle
- Square Feet: 4,582
- Year Built: 1896
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1928
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 8,398.37
- Lot Dimensions: 61 x 140
- Frontage: City Street
- Street/Road Desc.: Asphalt
- Lot Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot, Front Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Near Park, Near Public Transit, Some Trees
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount: $13,038
- Tax Year: 2025
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Private
- Special Conditions: Standard
- Documents Avail.: Lead Based Paint
- Legal Description: C. B. 2139 MISSOURI, 60 FT 6 1/4 IN X 140 FT, FUNKHAUSER ADDN, LOT 42 & N PT LOT 43, BD N BY WHITTEMORE PL
- Disclosures/Reports: Flood Plain No, Lead Paint, Occupancy Permit Required, Seller Property Disclosure
- Property ID: 2139-00-0130-0
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Schools
Schools serving 1605 Missouri Ave
School District:St. Louis City School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Sigel Elementary Community Ed. Center 2050 Allen Ave, St. Louis, MO 63104 | PK-6 | 0.4 mi |
Fanning Middle Community Ed. 3417 Grace Ave, St. Louis, MO 63116 | 6-8 | 2 mi |
Vashon High School 3035 Cass Ave, St. Louis, MO 63106 | 9-12 | 2.2 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 1605 Missouri Ave
Tax History
Tax History for 1605 Missouri Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$13,038
—
$158,910
12%
2024
$13,038
15%
$141,810
—
2023
$11,315
6%
$141,810
10%
2021
$10,657
—
$128,770
—
2022
$10,672
—
$128,770
12%
2021
$10,657
13%
$115,140
—
2019
$9,426
2%
$115,140
6%
2018
$9,216
2%
$109,120
—
2017
$9,058
7%
$109,120
8%
2016
$8,477
10%
$100,800
—
2015
$7,679
3%
$100,800
3%
2014
$7,451
—
$97,870
—
2013
$7,454
—
$97,870
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1605 Missouri Avenue, Saint Louis, MO 63104 (MLS# 26035592) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 1605 Missouri Avenue is currently listed for $1,250,000 and was received on June 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 1605 Missouri Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Saint Louis? You can browse all Saint Louis real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.