$685,000

One of the most dramatic restoration stories in Lafayette Square's recent history, 1201 MacKay Place stands as a remarkable example of preservation, vision, and reinvention. In 2023, the project involved significant structural rebuilding, including extensive tuckpointing, new roof trusses, and floor systems, a rear addition and the replacement of 75%… Read More of the brickwork, while preserving the buildings' striking turret and historic windows. The Landmarks Association of St Louis awards only the best historic preservation, restoration, and adaptive success stories and awarded the property, a 2026 Landmarks Most Enhance Award. Today that history has been preserved in one of the most dramatic contemporary living spaces in Lafayette Square. Everything is new! Beautiful white oak chevron patterned floors through out the 1st floor and an open floor plan combine living, dining and kitchen areas seamlessly. Custom windows, sleek subtle patterned doors, moldings, trim, cabinetry, all contribute to it's elegant feel. The kitchen features premium appliances by Cafe, fixtures by Brizo, quartz counters and tons of drawers and beautiful cabinets. Even the pot filler is stunning. In the completely finished lower level, find a huge super closet under the stairs, and a giant family room, with lots of windows keeping it bright. There are additional storage closets and a rear room perfect for an extra bedroom or office. The family room boasts a large bar and bev fridge and the bath is just as nice as the ones found upstairs. The 2nd floor has a dramatic primary with full bath ensuite. The soaring 17' ceilings feature more windows and exposed brick. There is a walk in closet and the bath is stunning with marble tile floors and a large shower with porcelian tile surround. The double vanity with quartz top has plenty of storage and there is even a linen closet. White oak floors continue through out the 2nd floor in a herringbone pattern. The hall full bath is lovely and high end appealing similar to the primary and the two good sized additional bedrooms have large double door closets. Outside the kitchen is the nice IPE wood deck with black metal railings, a stamped concrete patio leads to the 1 car fully bricked garage. The small yard is completely fenced and is grass for the pooch. Don't miss this stunning home in Lafayette Square, close to downtown, Cortex, Midtown, all universities, and hospitals. Walk to Lafayette Park or any number restaurants in the Square. This is Lafayette Square living, historic yet contemporary living at it's best! Make it yours and add your history to this amazing property. Showings begin Friday, Open Sunday 1-3pm Read Less

Listing courtesy of RE/MAX Results, Creighton Brinson, 314-448-4700.

Listing Snapshot

Days Online

Last Updated

Aug 15, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Beds

Full Baths

Partial Baths

Square Ft.

2,032

Lot Size

0.04 Acres

Year Built

1894

MLS Number

26050531

Additional Details

Appliances & Equipment

ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range Hood, Free-Standing Gas Range, ENERGY STAR Qualified Refrigerator, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater

Basement

Basement: Bathroom, Partially Finished, Full, Interior Entry, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Unfinished, Walk-Up Access, Basement

Building

Above Grade Finished Area: 2032 Sq.Ft., Above Grade Finished Area Source: Builder, Architectural Style: Historic, Below Grade Finished Area: 1032 Sq.Ft., Below Grade Finished Area Source: Builder, Construction Materials: Brick, Levels: Two, Living Area: 3052 Sq. Ft., 8 total rooms, Year Built: 1894

Community

Neighborhood: Lafayette Square

Cooling

Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air

Disclosures

Disclosures: Flood Plain No, Historic Restriction, Occupancy Permit Required, See Seller's Disclosure

Garage

1 garage space, Garage Included

Heating

Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas

Interior Features

Features: Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Custom Cabinetry, Dining/Living Room Combo, Double Vanity, Kitchen Island, Open Floorplan, Recessed Lighting, Separate Shower, Solid Surface Countertop(s), Walk-In Closet(s)

Laundry

Features: Main Level

Lot

Features: Near Park, Near Public Transit, Lot Size Acres: 0.0449, Lot Size Square Feet: 1955.84 Sq.Ft.

Parking

Features: Alley Access

Property

Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled, Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Sewer

Public Sewer

Utilities

Electricity Available: 220 Volts, Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Water Source: Public

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