1501 Locust Street 609,St Louis, MO 63103
St Louis, MO 63103
Description
Welcome home to Unit 609 at the historic Terra Cotta Lofts, where a century of St. Louis story meets effortless downtown living. Built in 1917 at the height of the city's commercial golden age, this 12-story Beaux-Arts landmark earned its name from the ornate terra cotta detailing that still crowns its facade today. Step off the elevator and into a loft that honors that legacy with soaring ceilings, oversized windows, and authentic urban character at every turn. Inside, this 2 bedroom, 2 bath loft offers 1,557 square feet of light-filled living, a rare amount of space at this address. The open floor plan flows from the kitchen into a generous living area framed by huge windows, giving you room to entertain, work from home, and truly spread out. Two full baths and dual bedrooms make the layout work equally well for owners, guests, or a dedicated office. Residents enjoy secure entry, a welcoming lobby, a second-floor community room, rooftop access with skyline views, and garage parking and storage available in the building. The location delivers the complete downtown lifestyle. One block north, the Washington Avenue corridor is in the middle of an exciting renaissance, with neighborhood favorites like Sugarfire Smoke House, Rooster, and Sauce on the Side just steps away. Walk to City Museum, catch a Blues game at Enterprise Center, a CITY SC match at Energizer Park, or a show at the Stifel Theatre. Union Station, the St. Louis Wheel, Ballpark Village, and Busch Stadium round out a true walk-to-everything address. Daily life is just as easy. Schnucks Downtown handles full grocery runs a short walk away, and City Foundry with its food hall, Fresh Thyme market, and Alamo Drafthouse is five minutes west. Commuters will love this spot: the Civic Center MetroLink station and transit center is within walking distance with direct rail service to the airport, Clayton, and the Central West End, while I-64, I-44, I-55, and I-70 all converge minutes from the building. Lambert International is about 20 minutes door to door. Whether you are a first-time buyer, a professional seeking a vibrant urban lifestyle, or an investor looking for a piece of historic downtown with real momentum behind it, Unit 609 checks every box. At 1,557 square feet, lofts with this much space, character, and convenience do not wait around. Schedule your private showing today and experience the Terra Cotta difference for yourself.
Details
| MLS # | 26034692 |
|---|---|
| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | Condominium |
| HOA Dues | $672 |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Pending |
| Year | 1917 |
| Days On Site | 72 |
| Listing Provided By | Real Broker LLC | Lance Merrick |
Features
| Bed(s) | 2 |
|---|---|
| Bath(s) | 2 Total |
| SQ Feet | 1,557 |
| Garage | 1 |
| Story(s) | 1 |
| Property View | City, Downtown, Skyline |
Interior
| Rooms Total | 5 |
|---|---|
| Cooling | Central Air, Electric |
| Heating | Electric, Forced Air |
Exterior
| Construction Materials | Brick, Brick Veneer |
|---|---|
| Lot Features | Near Public Transit |
Parking
| Garage Yes / No | Yes |
|---|---|
| Attached Garage Yes / No | No |
| Parking Features | Community Structure, Covered, Detached, Electric Gate |
Location
| Senior Community Yes / No | No |
|---|
Utilities
| Utilities | Cable Available, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Available, Sewer Connected, Water Available, Water Connected |
|---|---|
| Electric | Ameren |
| Sewer | Private Sewer |
Taxes
| Property | 2795 |
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Area Information
| State | MO |
|---|---|
| County | St Louis City |
| City | St Louis |
| Zip Code | 63103 |
| Area | Downtown |
| Community Name | Lucas Place Add |
| School District | Vashon High |
| Elementary School | Jefferson Elem. |
| High School | Vashon High |
| Listing VS Median (in Lucas Place Add) | |
Price: $189,900 low | high Med: $182,450 sqft: 1,557 low | high Med: 1,645 $ / sqft: $122 low | high Med: $112 On site: 72 low | high Med: 209 | |
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| State | MO |
|---|---|
| County | St Louis City |
| City | St Louis |
| Zip Code | 63103 |
| Area | Downtown |
| Community Name | Lucas Place Add |
| School District | Vashon High |
| Elementary School | Jefferson Elem. |
| High School | Vashon High |
| Listing VS Median (in Lucas Place Add) | |
Price: $189,900 low | high Med: $182,450 sqft: 1,557 low | high Med: 1,645 $ / sqft: $122 low | high Med: $112 On site: 72 low | high Med: 209 | |
