Showing posts with label Tower Grove. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Tower Grove. Show all posts

Thursday, May 27, 2021

CLOSED: 3524 Halliday in Tower Grove East

Oh happy day...
... gorgeous historic Halliday closed escrow today. The Seller got a whopping 50k above list with no financing or inspection contingency attached.  YES!

Ready for the best part? This is what they are trading this beauty in for. A stunning 250-year-old East Coast hobby farm that is nestled on 7 acres. We have been planning, strategizing, and pondering this big move for years. I am so happy for this family and am honored that they chose me to help! Congratulations and thank you, Team Halliday. Manifestation at its best.

Tuesday, May 18, 2021

CLOSED: 4241 Connecticut in Tower Grove South

Closing day! This historic 1891 cutie in Tower Grove South just closed escrow. 

Connecticut is not only adorable from the inside out (a sneak peek)...





... but it is only three blocks from Tower Grove Park. A huge congratulations, C and A! My time spent with you was so much fun. Your optimism is contagious and I’m so excited for your next phase of life.🏡🥂❤️

Wonderful day, stunning property, lovely couple.

In St. Louis and contemplating a 2021 move?  Let's connect!  The market is insanely competitive for Buyers and you need someone on your team working for you.  Let me help...


Monday, April 26, 2021

Under Contract: 3524 Halliday in Tower Grove East


50+ showings, 12 competing contracts, and two happy Sellers... 3524 Halliday just contracted! Yahoo! The lucky Buyers close this stunning 1903 Tower Grove East gem in a few short weeks. 

A warm congratulations, E and A! Teamwork makes the dream work and you guys are the best. 🏡🎉 

Wednesday, April 21, 2021

Just Listed: 3524 Halliday in Tower Grove East


Hello, handsome! Hey, St. Louis- I just listed this spectacular historic Tower Grove East home. Circa 1903, 3524 Halliday Avenue sits on a highly desirable street, merely a 1/2 block from Tower Grove Park and the South Grand goodies. It boasts 3 levels of striking original architectural goodies, lush and private outdoor space, and transitional square footage ideal for the modern family. $375,000 and pristine, friends! 

Showings start on Friday. MLS: 21020629 
 

Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Under Contract: 4241 Connecticut in Tower Grove South

The best phone call that a Realtor gets to make to a Buyer?


YOU GOT IT! 🍾 🎉 

Happy tears this morning made my day and the only thing 130 years old about this gorgeous 1891 Tower Grove South cutie? The stories the walls could tell. Beautiful from the inside out, just like my wonderful clients who beat out 24 other contracts. Great day, wonderful house love match. Connecticut closes escrow in four short weeks- Yippee and congrats C and A!

If you are contemplating a 2021 purchase, the time to start strategizing is NOW, friends.  I can help, let's connect...

Thursday, April 18, 2019

Spring in Tower Grove Park...

Ellis Peters said “Every Spring is the only Spring, a perpetual astonishment.🌷”.

Tower Grove Park in April... is there anywhere more lovely?

Monday, February 13, 2017

St. Louis Hidden Gem: The London Tea Room

The start of a perfect Sunday in St. Louis?

High tea at the London Tea Room in Tower Grove South with a group of friends!  The space is warm and charming, the table and setting is pretty-as-a-picture, and the treats and tea are delectable!  Seeking a special surprise for your honey?  This is it if they are a tea lover!

Afternoon tea is $29.50 plus tax and gratuity.  Each person receives:

One (1) Pot of tea, chosen by you from our fine selection
One (1) Cucumber sandwich with cream cheese, dill, and chives on white bread
One (1) Smoked salmon sandwich with lemon butter on honey wheat bread
One (1) Mini croissant filled with our delicious Chicken Waldorf Salad
One (1) English scone, with Devonshire clotted cream and strawberry jam
Delicate pastries, selection varies seasonally

All served on fine china.

Note: Large groups like ours required a reservation. A 20% service fee is charged to parties of 8 or more.

NITTY GRITTY...

The London Tea Room
#3128 Morganford
St. Louis, MO 63116
Just south of Tower Grove Park
314.241.6556

Open 9-5 every day of the week

Web: http://thelondontearoom.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelondontearoom 

See my other "Hidden Gems" HERE.


Friday, August 26, 2016

Weekend happening: Festival of Nations 2016

The International Festival of Nations is this weekend and the forecast is looking ideal to enjoy it!  This super family-friendly event in Tower Grove Park is St. Louis’ best attended annual multicultural celebration. The festival offers amazing multi-cultural entertainment /activities, an international bazaar with unique gifts from around the world, and over 40 ethnic food booths to delight the palate. 

NITTY GRITTY...

WHEN:  
Saturday (10am-7pm) and Sunday (10am-6pm) - August 27 and 28

WHERE:  
Tower Grove Park (directions and festival map HERE)

FOR MORE INFO:  
http://www.festivalofnationsstl.org/ 

Thursday, May 12, 2016

St. Louis Weekend Happenings: May 13 - 15, 2016

The weekend is almost upon us and check out this forecast, St. Louis...
If still making plans for the weekend, here are a few of the more notable happenings!

Sauce Food Truck Friday 
Tower Grove Park
Fri, May 13 at 4:00 pm


The 6th annual Sauce Food Truck Friday series in Tower Grove Park has begun! More than 20 trucks attend every second Friday of the month - May through October - for one of the best outdoor food events in St. Louis!



2016 Spirit of St. Louis Airshow presented by Boeing
May 14 – 15 from 9:00 to 5:00 p.m.


Watch and enjoy many amazing pilots including the U.S. Navy Blue Angels and the Canadian Snowbirds including the CF-18 Hornet flight demonstration. Watch them perform some of their amazing flight maneuvers in an exciting aerial ballet across the sky. The event’s popular STEM Expo, presented by MasterCard, highlights the science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) initiatives of academic, business and not-for profit institutions in the St. Louis area and inspires youth to pursue these important areas.



15th Annual Art on the Square in Downtown Belleville
May 13-15 from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.


Every spring, Art on the Square transforms downtown Belleville into an alfresco gallery, with 105 juried artists from all over the world. There’s also food, music, and a children’s art garden.

Friday, October 3, 2014

St. Louis Weekend Happenings: October 3 - 5


The weekend forecast is amazing, St. Louis! Grab the family and enjoy one of the many family-friendly events going on in the Metro.

Food Truck Friday sponsored by Sauce Magazine

This is your last opportunity to enjoy the 4th season of Food Truck Friday in Tower Grove Park with music by Miss Jubilee. 

Friday, October 3 from 3:30 to 7


Tower Grove Park

4256 Magnolia Ave
Saint Louis, MO 63110

Truck lineup and more info can be found HERE.

Oktoberfest at Union Station

Munich on the Mississippi!  Oktoberfest at Union Station offers two stages featuring live performances showcasing German culture throughout the day and night. The main stage features live music by the likes of 20-piece Deutschmeister Brass Band and Uber Cool. While the German Cultural stage hosts live displays of various facets of Germany's rich culture like Dance Troupes, contests, choral performances, and more.

October 3, 2014 from 3pm -11pm

October 4, 2014 from 11am-11pm

1820 Market Street


Ticket and event information HERE.

Taste of Benton Park

Come enjoy the best of Benton Park at this street festival including music from Scandaleros and Jake's Leg and cuisine from Benton Park's finest, including Frazer's, Sidney Street Cafe, Jax Cafe, Blues City Deli, Mud House, Luvy Duvy's, Spare No Rib, Melt, Yemanja Brasil, Ernesto's, Peacemaker's, Choice, Capitalist Pig, Benton Park Cafe

October 4, 2014 from 10am - 6pm


S Jefferson Ave at Arsenal St

Saint Louis, MO 63104

More information HERE.


Grovefest 2014
The 9th annual Grovefest features a multitude of different street vendors, live music and all-around entertainment. Sponsor Urban Chestnut is also unveiling a special brew for the occasion, so make sure you start your October right with one of the biggest STL events of the year.
October 4, 2014 from 2pm-10pm
In the Grove Neighborhood on Manchester
More information HERE.

31st Annual Belleville Chili Cookoff

In Belleville, Illinois- just 20 minutes from the Arch- there will be more than 60 vendors selling various types of chili, desserts, kabobs, treats, and more! The live entertainment will consist of Smash Band, Permanent Groove, and Rat Rod Kings. On Saturday, there will be a Chili Chase 5K Run/ Walk and the 8th Annual Jr. Idol, singing contest.

October 4, 2014 from 11am - 10pm


More information HERE.

Saturday, April 5, 2014

Tuesday, February 11, 2014

Winter Wonderland in Tower Grove Park


I showed properties in Tower Grove South over the weekend, and couldn't resist a drive-through the park.  Tower Grove Park, sandwiched between Kingshighway and Grand just south of Highway 44, dates back to 1868 when St. Louis historical figure, Henry Shaw, conveyed part of his land to the City of St. Louis.  Currently at approximately 289 acres, Tower Grove Park is not only a beloved St. Louis landmark... it is also on the National Historic Landmark Registry. 

Personally, many a childhood memory of mine live in Tower Grove Park.  I have stated before on numerous personal bios that my father was a real estate investor over the duration of my childhood.  Most of his properties were in the South City area, and I truly attribute my deep-seated love for historical buildings and real estate to accompanying him on his many summer ventures while I was out of school on summer vacation.

A typical South city morning with my dad exploring beautiful historic buildings flooded with stained-glass light was usually topped off by take-out from Amighetti's on The Hill.  We would take our lunch to Tower Grove Park where we shared it under one of the historic pavilions.  He then would allow me to play in the wading pool to cool off.

Memories one does not forget.

Perhaps THE most distinguishable features of the park, are in fact the colorful pavilions which date
back as early as 1872.  Each one unique, each one more colorful and interesting than the next.  The pavilions have always intrigued me and are breathtaking all 12 months of the year, however, there is nothing like the way they POP when the park is under a beautiful blanket of white. 

The weather outside may be frightful, but Tower Grove Park remains beautiful!  A teeny peek...






Learn more about Tower Grove Park HERE on their website and consider printing off a copy of THIS fantastic visitor's guide before you go, complete with maps, park features, and history

You may also find the park on Facebook HERE and HERE on Twitter.


Tuesday, February 14, 2012

Before and After: Louisiana Kitchen

I mentioned this closing last week.  I love a good renovation makeover, and the Louisiana property is FULL of them.  My wonderful clients, Steve and Erin, have granted me permission to share photos of their new abode as they move in and get settled. 

A sneak peek...

KITCHEN BEFORE:


KITCHEN AFTER:

Sunday, February 5, 2012

Closed last week: #2701 Louisiana

A HUGE follow-up post is coming on this sale, as massive renovation was done to this 100 year old Tower Grove East beauty to transform it into my clients' dream home.  Once my fabulous clients, Steve and Erin, get settled... before and after pics to come!  Congrats guys...

Wednesday, August 25, 2010

Weekend Happening...

The Festival of Nations, a city favorite that locals flock to year after year, is coming back to Tower Grove Park in South City this weekend! If you have never been , you must go! Amazing food from more than 40 ethnic food booths, shopping with unique gifts from around the globe, crafts for the kids, all day entertainment, and a true celebration of diversity. This event is free and is extremely family-friendly.

NITTY GRITTY:

Saturday, August 28, 10am - 7pm
Sunday, August 29, 10am - 6pm

Admission is Free!

Tower Grove Park is located near Grand and Arsenal on the City’s South Side.

FYI- A shuttle service will provide complimentary rides on designated routes during operating hours. Parking is available in the park and at lots and streets in surrounding neighborhoods.

FOR MORE INFO:
Their website, Twitter, and Facebook Page.

Thursday, April 8, 2010

4171 Connecticut- Tower Grove...

Every once in awhile, I come across a cool residential/commercial mixed-use property on the MLS. It used to be almost impossible to score one of these properties in a decent location, at least with any updates. With the downturn of the market/economy, however, we have seen an emergence of the sale of several of these investment goodies.

I featured this Locust property not too long ago. This AM, another popped up active on the MLS in the Tower Grove area (just 3 blocks south of Arsenal/the park) that I found intriguing...

It is currently listed for $369,900 by Coldwell Banker Gundaker.

An awesome opportunity if looking to open your own business and/or own a rental of residential and/or commercial property: 4130 sq. ft. of residential loft and business space in desirable Tower Grove area, with a total of 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. The 1st floor boasts a window store front behind a wrought iron enclosed front patio, an open floor plan with the original 12 ft. sculpted tin ceilings, gleaming wood floors, and a built-in bar. The 1st floor also features a HUGE 25X21 eat-in kitchen with granite counters, breakfast bar, Travertine marble flooring, a large center island, stainless appliances, a walk-in pantry, and a gas fireplace.

Upstairs, the master bedroom features 10 ft. ceiling, a fireplace, and an adjacent sitting room with a 6 ft. turret and matching fireplace. The 2nd floor also features a luxurious Master Bath with an over sized jet tub, a convenient laundry room, and 3 additional bedrooms with access to a 2nd floor covered deck. Additional features of this property include a beautifully landscaped back patio, fully updated bathrooms, and a finished lower level recreation room.

Even better: this property is tax abated through 2013! HUGE investment opportunity in one of the hottest, growing downtown neighborhoods.


HERE is a link to the current and expired listing of the property, where you can see a lot more photos. Email me at cdnandthecity@charter.net with more questions.