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About this home
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!
Lafayette Square, located between Downtown West and Soulard, is a historic and residential St. Louis neighborhood with a Victorian streetscape and a landmark central park. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Lafayette Park and the corners along Park Avenue, where patios, corner bars, and small dining rooms set a steady, social pace. The Missouri History Museum’s Soldiers Memorial Military Museum and the nearby Fox Theatre add a cultural throughline beyond the brick townhouses and painted ladies. Tree-lined blocks frame restored Second Empire and Italianate homes, with pocket gardens and wrought-iron details. Coffee stops and date-night tables cluster along the park edge, while the skyline stays in view to the north.
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Offer insights
1916 Rutger St · $690,000
$695K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $695K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
25 days
The average home goes pending in 26 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
98.4%
Most homes are selling 2% below list price.
About offer insights
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Central vacuum
Eat-in kitchen
Granite counters
High ceilings
Storage
Bedrooms
Three bedrooms (all on upper level)
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms
One half bathroom
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Disposal
Gas range
Laundry & utility
Laundry on 2nd floor
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating & cooling
Forced air heating (natural gas)
Central air
Ceiling fans
Fireplaces
Five fireplaces (locations include bedroom, dining room, family room, living room, master bedroom)
Basement
Full basement with storage and walk-out access
Rooms
Eight total rooms
Exterior features
Patio
Rear porch
Courtyard
Entry steps/stairs
Garden
Exterior lighting
Private entrance
Private yard
Back and front yard
Landscaped, level lot
Home design
Single-family residence
Three or more levels
Residential property
Parking
Driveway
Alley access
Electric gate
Security
Electric fencing and gate
Wrought iron and wood fencing
Security system (owned)
Smoke detectors
Carbon monoxide detectors
Construction
Brick and stone construction
Flat roof
Stone foundation
Built area reported from public records
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
220-volt electric service (Ameren)
Cable available
Electricity, natural gas, sewer and water connected
Other
Lease not considered
No home warranty
Electricity and solar
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Classic beautiful Lafayette Square single family home just a short walk to the park. Original ornate staircase goes all the way to the 3rd floor. 2nd floor has 2 bedrooms (office/study could be converted to 3rd bedroom) a total of 3.5 baths in this almost 3000 sq. ft. home. Second floor has the master with a large walk-in closet, full bath & 1 more good sized bedroom and the study/office and 2nd floor laundry. The third floor is where it's happening! His and Hers master bathrooms. Hers with jetted spa tub, separate shower, makeup station. His is a full bath with shower. Gleaming wooden floors and great windows add to this well maintained home ready to be modified to fit your individual needs. Notice the extra large lot and fencing with your own private parking area in the rear. Already passed city inspection ready to go Upgrades include high efficiency furnace, newer electric panel, central vac., roof resealed 3 years ago Home warranty included.
Public Records
Nov 4, 2008
Sold
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Public Records
May 7, 2002
Sold
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Public Records
Sep 22, 2000
Sold
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Public Records
Sep 22, 2000
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$5,900 (+5.1%)
$8,550 + $61,600
$70,150
2023
$5,611 (+5.4%)
$8,550 + $61,600
$70,150
2022
$5,322 (+0.1%)
$8,550 + $61,600
$70,150
2021
$5,315 (+11.9%)
$8,550 + $55,500
$64,050
2020
$4,751 (+0.3%)
$8,550 + $55,500
$64,050
2019
$4,735 (−0.8%)
$8,550 + $49,120
$57,670
2018
$4,772 (+1.7%)
$8,550 + $49,120
$57,670
2017
$4,690 (+7.7%)
$8,550 + $47,790
$56,340
2016
$4,356 (+10.4%)
$8,550 + $47,790
$56,340
2015
$3,947 (+3.8%)
$8,550 + $43,090
$51,640
2014
$3,802
$8,550 + $41,210
$49,760
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
3
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,100 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1880
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,982
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,982
Year built
1880
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Louis City
APN
04840000250
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 24, 2025.
B
Two-Family Dwelling District
Two-family dwellings which comply with the area and parking regulations of the B Two-Family Dwelling District where 40 percent or more of the frontage of a street is occupied by either two-family, semi-detached two-family or multiple-family dwellings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Library
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 109° expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Saint Louis, MO • 63104
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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58
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Feb
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Apr
May
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Aug
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Sun exposure
58/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
6.3 hrs
3.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1916 Rutger St
$684,042
$5,958 under list price of $690K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 5 recent nearby sales, priced between $488K to $765K.