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Lafayette Square Neighborhood - St Louis City

Lafayette Square neighborhood was named after Lafayette Park in its center, which was named for French Statesmen and Revolutionary War Hero, Marquis de Lafayette. Homes in Lafayette Square are often beautifully restored and several luxury areas, Like Mississippi Place. Average Sale Price of Lafayette Square homes was just over $300,000 in 2010 with Lafayette Square Condominiums averaging just over $215,000.

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Aside from its tremendous location in the heart of St Louis City, Lafayette Square is home to fantastic restaurants, great shops, cafe's and wonderful events in the park.  This is a "tight-knit" community with gorgeous streets and wonderful historic homes.

 

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Latest Lafayette Square Homes for Sale

$725,000
3 Beds 4 Baths 26059957 MLS ACTIVE Status
Open House Sunday, 9/20, 1-3 pm- A rare opportunity to own an exceptional 3-story Painted Lady in the heart of historic Lafayette Square—where timeless architecture, thoughtful updates, and an incredible neighborhood lifestyle come together. Even better, this home can include a transferable Lafayette Square Pool & Tennis membership, currently with a 10-year waiting list! Lovingly restored and modernized over the past 25 years, this 3-bedroom, 4-bath home is filled with remarkable historic details, including stunning dual front doors with blown colored glass, soaring 11-foot ceilings, five beautiful mantles, 8-inch baseboards, many historic transoms, exposed brick, an original carved wood banister, window seats, and even a rolling library ladder. Grand living and dining rooms feature two gas fireplaces and a custom wet bar with glass-front cabinetry, hidden spirits nook, granite countertops, beverage refrigerator, and under-cabinet lighting. The updated kitchen-hearth room offers custom cabinetry, breakfast bar seating, stainless appliances with gas range, two oversized pantries. Work from home in the office nook with views of the enchanting private patio. Step outside to your own city oasis—a cobblestone patio surrounded by mature shade trees, charming iron gates, and lush landscaping. Upstairs, the impressive primary suite features a sitting area, a two-story dressing room with custom closets, second-floor laundry, 2nd bedroom, and a beautifully remodeled RSI bath with dual vanities, designer lighting, a glass shower, custom tilework, and abundant storage. The third floor provides another private suite with full bath, large walk-in closet, and direct access to the rooftop deck—perfect for morning coffee, sunset cocktails, and entertaining. A clean, spacious lower level provides excellent storage and hobby space. Choice Home Warranty is included, and the home has passed St. Louis City Occupancy Inspection. Historic character, modern comfort, incredible outdoor spaces, and one of Lafayette Square’s most coveted neighborhoods—this is more than a beautiful home; it’s the opportunity to enjoy independent restaurants and shops around historic Lafayette Square Park, plus amazing access to all that St. Louis has to offer.

1816 Hickory St, St Louis

$1,795,000
4 Beds 4 Baths 26058843 MLS ACTIVE Status
Some homes are beautiful. Others are memorable. And every so often, an opportunity comes along that may only present itself once in a lifetime. Tucked into the heart of Lafayette Square and facing the park, this extraordinary residence on prestigious Park Avenue began life in 1869 as the Church of the Unity and is now the oldest church on the square. Designed by architect Frederick Raeder, who in 1874 became the first person appointed to lead the School of Architecture at Washington University, the building's remarkable original character remains at the heart of this extraordinary private residence. From the soaring 26-foot tall arched ceilings and exposed wood beams to the enormous stained-glass double doors and magnificent stained-glass windows, the architecture creates a sense of scale, character and history that simply cannot be recreated. Yet for all its drama, this is not a home that feels like a museum. Thoughtfully transformed for modern living, it offers generous living and entertaining spaces, including a main-floor primary suite and a second bedroom on the main level—an uncommon advantage in a neighborhood where most of the homes place the primary suite upstairs. Four bedroom suites in all, an expanisve masterfully designed chef's kitchen, main-level laundry, potential theater/game room and wine cellar in the lower level and an attached, finished garage with both heating and cooling provide the comfort and functionality expected of a truly exceptional residence. And when it comes time to entertain, the scale and character of this home make it possible to host gatherings on a level few private residences could ever accommodate—from intimate dinners to some of the most lavish celebrations imaginable, all within a setting your guests will never forget. The outdoor spaces offer an entirely different experience. Just off the kitchen, a covered porch leads to a private patio tucked beneath mature trees and illuminated by string lights—a wonderfully peaceful retreat where filtered sunlight, quiet evenings and the surrounding greenery create a setting that feels almost magical. A separate rear yard provides a perfect spot for four-legged family members, while the expansive front lawn, larger than many entire lots in Lafayette Square, offers an abundance of possibilities for entertaining, gardening, play or simply enjoying the extraordinary setting directly across from Lafayette Park. More than a home, this is the kind of place that becomes part of your identity—a conversation piece that friends remember, visitors talk about and everyone who enters will have a story to tell. Perhaps most fittingly, the current owners found a way to honor the history of these walls in the most personal way possible. When they began planning their wedding, they realized they didn't need to search for the perfect venue—they were already living in it. Beneath these soaring ceilings, surrounded by family and friends, they exchanged their wedding vows and began the next chapter of their lives. They were married here. Now, this extraordinary home is ready for someone else to begin theirs.

2123 Park Ave, St Louis

$599,900
3 Beds 3 Baths 26057788 MLS ACTIVE Status
Historic character, generous living space and an unusually large lot come together at 2016 Hickory in the heart of Lafayette Square. With nearly 2,000 square feet above grade, this three-bedroom home features tall ceilings, hardwood floors, exposed brick and beautiful original fireplaces that give the interior a distinctive sense of place. The main level offers spacious living and dining rooms along with an updated kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless appliances, a commercial-style range and abundant cabinetry. All three bedrooms are upstairs, including a large master bedroom with tall windows and hardwood floors. A full bath and convenient second-floor laundry complete this level. Downstairs, the finished lower level is one of the home's best surprises. Exposed limestone walls create an atmosphere tailor-made for a speakeasy-style bar, media room or late-night gathering spot, with approximately 500 additional square feet of finished space and a convenient half bath. Outside is where 2016 Hickory really separates itself. The rare double lot creates a remarkably large, private backyard with plenty of room for entertaining, gardening, pets or simply enjoying some green space in the city. Covered two-car off-street parking with an overhead garage door is another major bonus. All of this is just blocks from Lafayette Park and the restaurants, coffee shops and neighborhood favorites that make Lafayette Square one of St. Louis' most distinctive places to live. Historic city living with the yard, space and parking that are so hard to find.

2016 Hickory St, St Louis

$690,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 25080315 MLS ACTIVE Status
Nestled on a rare double lot in the heart of historic Lafayette Square, this exceptional 3+ bedroom home beautifully blends timeless architecture, natural beauty, and modern livability. A wrought-iron gated fence welcomes you to the second lot/side yard (50 x 122), featuring a brick-paver patio, electronic gated parking, and exceptional privacy. Just steps from picturesque Lafayette Park, neighborhood coffee shops, restaurants, and local favorites, this is truly one of St. Louis’ most walkable and sought-after communities. Rich in historic charm, the home showcases five fireplaces, a grand double-door parlor entrance, soaring ceilings, original refinished hardwood floors, elegant pocket doors, and custom interior shutters. The impressive entry foyer features an original inset mirror and opens to formal living and dining rooms, each with working pocket doors and two of the five fireplaces. A spacious family room with a third fireplace flows into the beautifully updated kitchen with a walk-in pantry. A convenient guest powder room completes the main level. The sweeping original staircase extends to the 3rd floor. The 2nd floor features three spacious bedrooms, a full hall bath, and convenient laundry. The generous primary suite includes a walk-in closet and private access to the third floor—an exclusive retreat featuring a luxurious spa-inspired bath with soaking tub and walk-in shower, an additional walk-in closet, and a private office, library, or 4th bedroom. Outside, the rare double lot provides exceptional space, privacy, and flexibility in the heart of the city. This remarkable Lafayette Square residence offers an extraordinary combination of historic character, thoughtful updates, generous living spaces, and an enviable location. Truly special and offering so much more to discover—this is a home you won’t want to miss!

1916 Rutger St, St Louis

$825,000
5 Beds 4 Baths 26051665 MLS ACTIVE Status
NEW PRICE! Built in 1880, this home is remarkable and one of the largest examples of Second Empire architecture found in Historic Lafayette Square. Very well maintained and cared for, this home is ready for it's new owners. It's flared mansard roof, and classic pediments over rounded dormer windows give it amazing presence. Unlike many older homes, unique architectural features remain inside as well. For example, large plaster moldings, ceiling medallions, and the original staircase that runs continuously all 3 floors are just a few. Another is the very large double parlor, with almost floor to ceiling round top windows at the front and sides, still with original pocket shutters keeping the room bright. Additionally, you will find two matching marble mantled fireplaces. There are a total of 5 beautiful fireplaces within the property. Because it's located on an extra large lot, both in width and depth, the home is the rare 4 rooms deep, style of home, that has allowed for a family room off the modern renovated kitchen, a modern large half bath, and rear hallway area with coat closet. The beautiful kitchen has tons of custom cabinetry, acres of granite counters, center island and farmhouse style sink, and Viking appliances. The use of tile and exposed brick make keep it warm. There is a drop zone by the back door and an open rear staircase flows up from the kitchen. Out the back door is a covered porch. The 2nd floor has 3 generous sized bedrooms all with closets, another family room, and two full baths, both renovated. The third floor has another fully renovated bath and two additional bedrooms, the front being used as a hangout gaming lounge for a teen. There is a full basement with walk out. The front of the property greets you with a gated wrought iron fence and outer double doors conceal the front doors. A wide side yard has privacy fencing and gate leading to the enormous back yard where you will find a large brick patio, surrounded by landscaping and a covered BBQ Grille shed with a small bar. At the rear of the property is a large 2 car garage and a large generous parking pad which will hold 2 large SUVS. Located directly across from Lafayette Park, you are at the center of the Square. Host Gateway Bike race parties in your front yard, enjoy the Concerts in the Park from you front yard, you are steps away from so much to see and do. This is Lafayette Square living on a grand scale! Won't you start the next chapter in the history of this notable property.

2006 Lafayette Ave, St Louis

$675,000
3 Beds 4 Baths 26050531 MLS ACTIVE Status
One of the most dramatic restoration stories in Lafayette Square's recent history, 1201 MacKay Place stands as a remarkable example of preservation, vision, and reinvention. In 2023, the project involved significant structural rebuilding, including extensive tuckpointing, new roof trusses, and floor systems, a rear addition and the replacement of 75% of the brickwork, while preserving the buildings' striking turret and historic windows. The Landmarks Association of St Louis awards only the best historic preservation, restoration, and adaptive success stories and awarded the property, a 2026 Landmarks Most Enhance Award. Today that history has been preserved in one of the most dramatic contemporary living spaces in Lafayette Square. Everything is new! Beautiful white oak chevron patterned floors through out the 1st floor and an open floor plan combine living, dining and kitchen areas seamlessly. Custom windows, sleek subtle patterned doors, moldings, trim, cabinetry, all contribute to it's elegant feel. The kitchen features premium appliances by Cafe, fixtures by Brizo, quartz counters and tons of drawers and beautiful cabinets. Even the pot filler is stunning. In the completely finished lower level, find a huge "super closet" under the stairs, and a giant family room, with lots of windows keeping it bright. There are additional storage closets and a rear room perfect for an extra bedroom or office. The family room boasts a large bar and bev fridge and the bath is just as nice as the ones found upstairs. The 2nd floor has a dramatic primary with full bath ensuite. The soaring 17' ceilings feature more windows and exposed brick. There is a walk in closet and the bath is stunning with marble tile floors and a large shower with porcelian tile surround. The double vanity with quartz top has plenty of storage and there is even a linen closet. White oak floors continue through out the 2nd floor in a herringbone pattern. The hall full bath is lovely and high end appealing similar to the primary and the two good sized additional bedrooms have large double door closets. Outside the kitchen is the nice IPE wood deck with black metal railings, a stamped concrete patio leads to the 1 car fully bricked garage. The small yard is completely fenced and is grass for the pooch. Don't miss this stunning home in Lafayette Square, close to downtown, Cortex, Midtown, all universities, and hospitals. Walk to Lafayette Park or any number restaurants in the Square. This is Lafayette Square living, historic yet contemporary living at it's best! Make it yours and add your history to this amazing property.

1201 Mackay Place, St Louis

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