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My following listings will be open this Sunday from 1-3 PM.
8 Graybridge, Ladue, $799,000
http://8graybridgelane.canbyours.com/
2137 Sidney, Benton Park, $289,000
http://2137sidneyst.canbyours.com/
Today my clients closed on the purchase of a charming home in St. Louis Hills. This home is located right across from popular Francis Park. As you probably already know....St. Louis Hills homes are built to last. The young couple plans on doing a major renovation.
I took this photo last Friday at Concourse A at Lambert. I love watching people stand outside of the concourse waiting for their arrival.
I went through this Bernoudy home a couple years ago and it is now for sale. Check out the previous post HERE. This house has all of the original Bernoudy finishes...many quite cool!
"Westwood Country Club grounds is unique & ahead of it's time. Welcoming expansive covered porch opens to the airy floor plan with windows & sky lights which bring the outdoors in. The high ceilings have coffers & tray lighting. Beautiful manicured gardens & private in-ground pool on a 1.5 acre lot w/ 3 car side entry garage, circle drive. kitchen lots of cabinets & breakfast room with gas grill w/stunning 6 ft. custom copper hood. Guest suite split floor plan. Jack and Jill bath between 2 very large bedrooms w/ sitting areas and double closets. The master suite has a separate full marble tub and shower, This home is a must see!" $805,000
15 Washington Terrace will be the Ladue News Decorator's Showcase House. The home is currently off of the market while decorators transform each room. It will be exciting to see the changes.
One of my favorite plants for the St. Louis area has become Persian Shield. The purple color is so useful in the garden. I have been successful in clipping it back in the fall and storing the pots in my garage...they come back! The same holds true with lantana.
The Missouri Botanical Garden was having a health fair on Sunday. I found the inflatable colon that you could walk through humorous. I guess it is not too funny....my father died of complications from having colon cancer. I also have the treat of getting regular colonoscopies.
Look at yesterday's post and you will know why I had to take a lap around the Missouri Botanical Garden. The most exciting thing that I saw was the "Lemon Coral" Sedum in the formal garden near the Henry Shaw home. It was so bouncing and day-glow bright. Don't tell anyone, though I took a little sprig to root. How about the sedum globes....aren't they fun!
I have driven by Mama Josephine's many times and always think....I need to try that place out. Well yesterday I was on my way to Sasha's on Shaw for lunch with an out-of-town guest....and decided to try Mama Josephine's instead. I am so happy that I did. The place is heaven. They serve soul/ comfort food. Every item was perfect...from the best macaroni & cheese....to delectable cornbread...to "fried" cabbage.....and perfect fried chicken. My guest has the chicken and dumplings.....which I did try and loved! The service was so pleasant....they even let us try a little Kool-aid pie that they created. It was not on the menu, though one of the cooks was experimenting. You have to go! I can't wait to go back!
Afterwards, we took a nice walk around the Missouri Botanical Garden to work off the calories.
Charming home on popular Northmoor. Close to Clayton, schools and Wash U. The Living Room has a lovely fireplace with gas logs. Large formal Dining Room with an elegant chandelier. Hardwood floors throughout. Leaded glass windows. Good-sized kitchen with a sitting room that looks out onto the backyard. Large pantry and lots of cabinet space. Upstairs are two large bedrooms with plenty of closet space- including a walk-in. 3rd room upstairs can be a bedroom or is currently used as a bright sun room with a porch. New sump pump and drain-tile in the basement. New storm windows. Charming backyard with patio and perennial garden. Well-maintained home. $279,000
http://7230northmoor.canbyours.com/
Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555 tedwight@aol.com
Live in one of the most affordable homes in fashionable Compton Heights. Built in 1908 by Henry Schaumburg, Jr. for Herman Belz. You will love the original stained glass windows, decorative fireplace and woodwork. Updated kitchen with butler’s pantry. 5 bedrooms, and 3 full renovated baths with one on the main level. Drive through your porte-cochere on the side to a large garage/carriage house in back. Handsome slate roof on house and carriage house. Copper decorative finials on the roof. You will appreciate the workmanship of the brickwork with narrow mortar joints. The exterior of the house was fully restored in 2002 along with a new flat roof and new gutters. Large fenced and gated lot with side yard. $389,000
Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sothebys International Realty, 314-607-5555, tedwight@aol.com
http://3217longfellow.canbyours.com/
I love the stained-glass window on the first landing of the grand staircase.
Close ups....which look like lovely paintings on their own right.
Breakfast today at Half & Half in Clayton. What a treat!
"Unique mixed use property on the edge of Downtown Clayton. Originally designed by famed architect Harris Armstrong. Medical space on first floor and apartment on upper level. Large storage area in basement. Medical features seven exam rooms, two baths and large private office. Apartment features two bedroom, two bathrooms, laundry room and balcony with city views." $1,175,000
Listed by John Mathews, Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty, 314-725-0009
This one took a while to close, though it finally did today! My clients wrote on this Short Sale back in early May. I was told a Short Sale could take 6 months...we did it in 4! Definitely only do a Short Sale purchase if you are patient. Purchases of foreclosures from banks, Fannie Mae or the FDIC are a lot quicker....in fact the quicker and the more cash ...the better.
I really like this condo....so close to Clayton.
My listing on North and South in University City has had a complete paint-job and a nice price change from $615,000 to $599,000. Take a look at the pictures! The After pictures are professional, though you can still see the dramatic change. Open Sunday, Sept. 25th 1-3 PM
http://541northandsouth.canbyours.com/
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Breakfast out is such a treat. The other day I took one of my sons to Crepes Etc in the CWE on Maryland Plaza. The crepes are yummy, though don't miss the Cheese Pancakes made with ricotta cheese and topped with lemon curd.
After being beaten down all summer by the heat and lack of rain, the annuals are perking up for a last hurrah! I was out at our farm in Pike County Missouri yesterday and admired my Red Castor Bean plant. I love the bright red pods. Every year I harvest the seeds from these pods and use them again next year. I also gather the dried zinnia flowers and reuse their seeds.
Check out this sophisticated St. City home right next to Hampton Village and Target! Nice, large backyard....which is hard to find in S. City. $189,000
A friend of mine passed these pictures along from a building up in North City. I love it! Maybe this could be a new fast food concept not tested yet.
Wednesday night some nice clients treated me to dinner at Banh Mi So 1 located at 4071 S Grand. This restaurant has been around 15 years and it was a first for me. The food was very good and reasonable. The neighborhood is not for the timid...though worth the risk...or try it for lunch.
This Banh Mi Xui Main- pork meatball sandwich......was soooo good!
Click HERE for more information.
I came across this fun mailbox in Frontenac over the weekend.
Make sure you catch the 9-11 memorial display on Art Hill in Forest Park this week. The memorial will be in place just through September 18th....so hurry! Breath-taking!
Here is something that can scare off burgulars and attract birdies at the same time. Who knows where to find this item!
The rains held off and the evening turned out to be perfect for the Clayton Art Fair....complete with a full moon! Some of my favorite local artist had booths at the fair...Alicia LaChance, William LaChance and Benjamin Guffee. I don't have pictures of Benjamin's work here, though it is really exciting!
William LaChance
Alicia LaChance
Everyone was so nervous when 12 Brentmoor Park went on the market early in 2010. The house was gutted and ripe to be torn down. A sigh of relief went out when we found out a stylish couple bought the house and planned to turn it into a mid-century contemporary masterpiece. Morton May must be smiling!
Read the St. Louis AT HOME magazine article about this house HERE
My photos from before it was purchased are HERE
Photograph by Sam Fentress
The following fine homes will be open tomorrow, Sunday, September 11th from 1-3 PM.
7230 Northmoor, University City, MO 63105
http://7230northmoor.canbyours.com/
713 Tuxedo, Webster Groves
http://713tuxedo.canbyours.com/
8 Graybridge Lane, Ladue
http://8graybridgelane.epropertysites.com/
This week I had dinner with a friend to see some new art exhibition space in Edwardsville for a show. We were invited to dinner at a local artist's home. His wife is an exceptional cook and served up some delightful dishes. One that I particularly liked and want to share with you is Green Chili and Rice Casserole....easy and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
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2 c. rice, cooked
1 pkg. Monterey Jack cheese, grated 2 cans green chilies, chopped 1 med. carton sour cream
Mix all above ingredients well and pour into a lightly greased casserole dish. Sprinkle with paprika and bake at 350 degrees until bubbly.
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This is a great deal to get a large Clayton duplex that is Fannie Mae- owned. Must be bought by an owner- occupant for the first 15 days on the market. It is in pretty bad shape.
Listed by Stephen LoRusso, 314-336-1982
Check this out!
Here are the classic doves made by Chanticleer that are on my deck.
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I went through this house yesterday and thought it was a great house. Great kitchen, 2.5 updated baths...nice sized rooms.
"The current owners have passionately updated this classic center hall colonial while preserving all the original details. Stained & leaded art glass, hardwood floors, beautiful stone fireplace & mantle, pleasing archways & spacious formal rooms provide a stunning backdrop to appreciate the impeccably renovated kitchen, breakfast room & the newer hall guest bath. Impressive finishes in the kitchen & breakfast room include a porcelain tiled floor, custom cabinetry, Jenn-Air gas range, Bosch dishwasher, black granite, stainless backsplash & designer lighting. The second floor features four generously sized bedrooms, & two tastefully updated full baths. The partially finished walk-out basement features ample storage & a cheerful laundry space with cabinetry which stays with the house for the well-organized home! The backyard is perfect with a maintenance-free deck, in-ground sprinkler system, an attractive privacy fence & generous play space. Look now, this one will likely go fast!" $439,000
Listed by Barb Balossi, Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty, 314-725-0009
Here is a deal on a Richmond Height's house. A creative way to sell a house!
I am trying to sell my son's Mitsubishi Montero Sport with 145,000 miles on it....maybe I should try this approach!
"Unique opportunity to purchase a well priced home in a great area AND get a new 2011 Kia Soul as an additional bonus! This 3 BR, 2 1/2 bath home has all of the updates including kitchen, baths, electric panel, plumbing, refinished hardwood floors, gas fireplace and much more! All appliances including washer / dryer are included. Large fenced in back yard, close to schools and just blocks from Clayton / Wash. U. and Forest Park. Owner is listing broker." $199,900
The Symington Bernoudy located near the St. Louis Country Club Grounds is featured in St. Louis Homes Magazine this month. Check out the article HERE. There are elements I like, though many of the signature Bernoudy design features have been lost.
Here is the article in the recent issue of St. Louis At Home and my pictures from when it was on the market back in 2009. I have become a better photographer...a real camera helps!
This house located at 3 Geyer Wood between Clayton and Manchester will be available soon. Rumored to be under $500,000. It was designed by the gentleman who built the house in 1963. Just one owner. I understand that he was an ad man for Gardner Advertising. Sounds and looks very Mad Men..ish. The estate sale is still going on Sunday from 9-4 PM...many fun finds and 50% off! If you are interested in buying the house...contact me at tedwight@aol.com or 314-607-5555. I am not the listing agent, though can certainly help you buy it!
