Downtown St. Louis is hot right now. New developments, lofts, shopping, nightlife, and restaraunts for everyone. For the latest news and updates about downtown St. Louis living be sure to get it all here.
Don't miss this virtual open house tour for1511 Locust Street, #508, St. Louis, Missouri, Sunday, June 8th, 2008 from 4:00-5:00pm: Visit www.VirtualOpens.com to register for this exclusive event. Attendance is limited to the first 30 attendees to participate in the forum of online discussion, question and answer session that will also be available in video download format.
This loft features luxurious living loaded full of upgrades which makes it a STANDOUT among the rest. The kitchen boasts maple cabinets and custom built pantry which cater to those who require additional storage space. All kitchen appliances stay which include the refrigerator, stove, dishwasher and microwave, and has its own private full size laundry hookup. Upgrades include solid wood flooring, granite countertops, custom pantry, custom lighting, 12 slate tile bathroom, separate shower and bathtub. The building offers an exercise room with TVs, two hot tubs and an extra club patio which has a gas grill and additional seating. See it all at my virtual open house tour!
Bridge & Tunnel NY Style Pizza in the Old Days Inn across from Copia
Senior Julio Mexican rest. open in the old Have a Nice Day Cafe location in Union Station
New Shuttle Service openning on Market & Jefferson
New Pet Rescue/ adoption place at 2722 Washington 533-POSH
Maurizio's remodeled & new name: Maurizio's Pizza & Pasta Bowl They added 7 Pasta dishes. Steve Scaglioni is the owner. He might have some good words for a podcast for you. He visits the restaurant almost everyday.
621-1997 is the restaurant number. Tell him I said to talk with you. We have lunch a few times a week. He is extremely intelligent. His other business just went public on the Nasdaq.
Hannegan's on the Landing is now do lunch delivery M=F 10:30=1pm
Business On The Mound - is a local internet radio show that plays every Thursday. They pitch for new businesses and up and comers. (I suggest you contact Bryan Kress 847-971-1001 He would love to put you on his show. You are doing good stuff.) www.businessonthemound.com
F15teen - has a limo service for Baseball season
King Louie's Popcorn is opening a second location in South County Mall - currently in Union Station
Gus' on Tucker is planning on changing to a Pet Care & Supply Store - Jamie's/the owner says his wife has been a vet for years and downtown needs the service.
The plan to use the entire building/ 3 floors
Robert's Brothers are constantly working on their location next to Wasabi on Washington. Looks like 4 mall type stores to be available as a walk-in from the sidewalk situation.
Ben, Brad & Zachary have finished remodeling the old Marte's building into three storer fronts on Washington & 14th and a bar/restaurant facility in the back half of the building.
They also have done an excellent job designing their Monkey building into offices and retail store fronts for Erlich's Cleaners and a shoe store *(I don't remember the name) in the front of their building. The conference room is like a room from the future: all bright white with glass walls and tables and bright white swivel chairs on wheels. An excellent meeting room.
The building across the street has been acquired by a bank and is currently being leased out at very affordable rates.
City Museum has expanded to summer hours. Sorry I don't have them at my desk at this moment.
I'm told the Park Pacific development at Olive and Tucker is still moving.
Blue Urban is auctioning off lofts next to the baseball stadium soon.
(There's a podcast for you. They auctioned off one of their buildings last year. Sold every unit in a day. A
contact: Glenda at 436-2200)
A new boutique will be having a Grand Opening in the Bogen (Tucker & Washington/Bogen Bldg) the 27th of March. California Clothing and such I believe. More boutiques are what Ben, Brad & Zachary and trying to bring back to the Washington Avenue Loft Area.
KYO has remodeled and converted into two entities:
Sugar Lounge on the old Inferno rest. side and a kind of cocktail lounge restaurant on the west side of the building. Very nice interior. They haven't sent me any info yet. Doug who previously started KYO is still associated with the operation. Megan from Lucas PArk Grille is now working their.
The first real estate podcast for the St. Louis, MO metropolitan area offers practical real estate advice from experienced professionals working and living in St. Louis.
Doug Devitre welcomes Lewis E. Reed, President of the St. Louis Board of Aldermen to the show to speak about real estate and other issues important to St. Louis.
St. Louis, Missouri, January 28th, 2008: President Lewis E. Reed sits down with Doug Devitre and answers important real estate questions and discusses key issues in St. Louis. He explains TIF’s, the Community Development Administration, Neighborhoods, Environmental Issues and Education. This is a unique opportunity to hear one the region’s most influential policymaker’s thoughts on St. Louis.
Professional contact information:
·Rory J. Roundtree, Communications Director
·314-622-4114
·RoundtreeR@stlouiscity.com
·City Hall
·1200 Market Street, Rm. 232
St. Louis, MO 63103
Ways to listen to this podcast:
There are several ways to access this podcast over the internet:
1.Visit www.STLpodcast.com and look for the topic and click on the play button.
2.Visit www.MoveWithDoug.com and select the “First St. Louis Real Estate Podcast” link.
3.Open iTunes music software on your computer and type “Devitre” in the search link and look for “First St. Louis Real Estate Podcast St. Louis.”
4.Subscribe to the podcast through iTunes to automatically download each show.
5.Download the podcast to an iPod or MP3 player from iTunes.
If you have just moved to downtown or have lived year for a while it may be a good time to get out and meet some of the neighbors. I know that each building has their own separate events but not many building have an all together social event. Cummel's Cafe, a local breakfast and lunch nook if offering mimosas, bloody mary's and a breakfast buffet all for $10. It is located at 1627 Washington Ave. Where can you get all you can drink cocktails and breakfast for $10??? Also, Cummels has WiFi internet so if you want to bring your laptop and surf the net, or post to your blog then you have that additional option. Hope to see you there.
Worth every penny. Live Downtown next to all the action at a fraction of the cost (less than ($158/sq.ft.). Truly unique private 400 square foot backyard has its own landscaping and patio, perfect for outdoor grilling or entertaining guests. 20 x 20 of windows brings substantial natural night to the kitchen/dining area. Includes 1 car assigned secured parking space #220. Exercise room with TVs, two hot tubs and extra club patio has a gas grill with additional seating. Extras include double sinks in bathroom and private laundry hook ups. Updated kitchen features new cabinets, countertops, and appliances (refrigerator, microwave, stove, & dishwasher) included in the sale. Why rent when you can own and build equity instantly on the purchase? This unit appraised last year for $180,000. Annex Lofts is 8 blocks from the Metro Link. Buy as a second residence or investment property. Interstate 64/40 is closing. Why sit in traffic when you walk to everything? Call for a private showing. Parking is $73/quarter maintenance fee for the garage. Annex Lofts http://www.annex-lofts.com/home/about.asp Located in the historic Washington Avenue Loft District, The Annex Lofts is in the heart of St. Louis' vibrant urban renaissance. Just minutes from leading sports and entertainment venues, downtown business district employers, and a mix of trendy restaurants and nightlife, The Annex Lofts is close to everything. Originally the building was an Ely Walker Dry Goods Warehouse. It was later purchased by the General American Life Insurance Company (their former headquarters is now the Terra Cotta Lofts) and it became “the annex” to the General American Life Building. In 1961 the original façade was removed and the limestone and black granite façade was added to modernize the building. The lower floors were used as additional office space and the upper floors were used for storage. The Annex Lofts are authentic residential loft spaces combining the texture and authenticity of the circa 1917 Ely & Walker Dry Goods Building with modern interior design. Each loft home features a desirable mix of original architectural elements and new modern amenities. Added value comes from secured garage parking, a complete kitchen appliance package and upscale professionally-designed common spaces including a fitness center and patio/garden area.
This loft showcases the finest of urban living priced below what other comparables are selling in the building. Spectacular views of St. Louis city skyline from the 6th floor oversized windows and overlooks the gigantic atrium inside the building. Upgrades include 42'' Brighton Honey cabinets, pedestal sink, GE appliances, and wine chiller. The party deck on the top floor is perfect for entertaining guests. The large private exercise room will keep you fit year round without leaving the building too. Walk the Washington Avenue strip filled full of trendy restaurants and stylish boutiques. This unit comes with one covered garage parking space.
Get ready to sit in traffic. There are many things you can do in order to be productive while sitting in traffic. If you don't have an iPod yet then now is the time. Why not listen to your favorite book on tape or learn a foreign language? Just because you will have a longer commute does not mean you can be productive.
Also I recommend altering your driving schedule if you can. Arrive early to work an leave early. Arrive late and leave late. Work from St. Louis Bread company on your laptop. I tell people I have 30 offices in the St. Louis area all that serve the best coffee, sandwiches, and have wireless internet for everyone.
Also, we will be releasing the first St. Louis podcast for real estate so stay tune to get the latest real estate information in the St. Louis area. I will keep you posted when this is released.
Buying new construction or resale lofts/condos is not as easy as you may think. Prepared consumers know what questions to ask and when to ask them. Avoid common mistakes most first time loft buyers make by asking the right questions before you make an offer to invest in lofts/condos for sale. Please read the following questions and be sure to ask the appropriate professional when you are ready to make that next step.
The Developer
1. Is the developer local, from another part of the state, country, or world?
2. What other projects has the developer produced?
3. Does the developer have a reputation for producing the units by the anticipated closing date?
4. Who is the architect for the building?
5. Have is the general contractor?
6. Does the developer use union workers?
7. Who are the major suppliers of materials, supplies and personal property?
8. How many builder sales representatives will work with me throughout the process? If so, then who does what?
9. Does the builder use green building materials and/or systems?
Jim Cloar President and CEO of the St. Louis Downtown Partnership
The Downtown St. Louis Partnership is a private, not-for-profit organization,representing the downtown community in its efforts to improve the economic vitality and attractiveness of downtown St. Louis. In that role, the Downtown St. Louis Partnership also serves as the manager of the Downtown St. Louis Community Improvement District which provides enhanced services that make downtown clean, safe and inviting.
The Partnership is responsible for coordination or support of the following downtown initiatives, programs & services:
Development & Investment
Business Recruitment & Retention
Housing Development & Marketing
Retail Development
Market Research
Security
Maintenance & Beautification
Marketing and Special Events
Are you moving to St. Louis?? Please make your comments here...
This is the first video blog created for Downtown St. Louis that will allow you to listen to the developers live and post comments based on your experiences and what you think of each project. If you are thinking about moving to downtown or already live here, this blog will keep you up to date with the most recent projects. Be sure to click on each video to listen and enjoy.
Please make comments on how we can improve this blog or suggestions for interviews and we will make every effort to deliver the information that you deserve.
INTRODUCING CHARM AND CHARISMA! This quaint 2 story in South St. Louis City starter home is all fixed up and ready to move in. Must see the updated kitchen inside with side by side refrigerator and professional series gas stove. New kitchen cabinets and countertops bring style and appeal. Large fenced in backyard adds security and room for outdoor festivities that will entertain your guests. Wait, wood floors in living room, dining room and 2 bedrooms. Washer and dryer included in sale too. Home comes with a one year HSA home warranty. Original non-functional fireplace and stained glass windows give the home character. Walkout basement has a built in bar and extra refrigerator. One car garage in back with additional 2 spots for parking. Don't wait. Please call to schedule your private viewing today.
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