Rock Island Realty

Historic, Traditional

428 N Taylor Avenue

Kirkwood, MO 63122

MLS#: 26055444

$999,900

Status: Coming Soon
Listing number: 26055444
Listing provided by: Janet McAfee Inc.
Listing agent phone: None
Last update: 19 hours ago
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Property

Beds

4

Full Baths

2

1/2 Baths

1

Year Built

1861

Sq.Footage

2,784

Welcome to the Kyle-Essex-Gamble House, one of Kirkwood's gems, nestled on a lush .41-acre lot in the coveted North Taylor Historic District. Listed on both the National and Kirkwood Historic Registers, this 1861 estate seamlessly blends timeless architectural heritage with sophisticated, modern details. Passing through the gracious covered front porch, you are greeted by a light-filled center hall layout featuring soaring 9’+ ceilings, intricate historic millwork, and beautifully restored original hardwood floors. With its elegant fireplace, gorgeous windows, and built-in bookcases the living room has been adapted to provide the best of casual sophistication, with a stunning sunlit office/bonus room adjoining. The spacious dining room leads to a sublime screened porch, and a casual family room includes a wood-burning fireplace and walkout patio access. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen has been thoughtfully updated to meet today's lifestyle, with custom cabinetry, exposed wood-beamed ceilings, and premium stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a renovated primary bathroom and walk-in closet, with 3 additional bedrooms and a second full bath nearby. The front and back staircases, main level laundry, spacious 2-car garage, newer HVAC & roof add convenience, and the house includes a dry storage cellar. As an added treat, this historic home is nestled on a jaw-dropping lot, with a newer pool and pool deck, patio and pergola, and professionally landscaped, fenced yard and gardens. This iconic property offers historic character without compromising on modern convenience. All just minutes to downtown Kirkwood, in the Kirkwood School District.

Features & Amenities

Interior

  • Other Interior Features

    Beamed Ceilings, Bookcases, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings

  • Total Bedrooms

    4

  • Bathrooms

    2

  • 1/2 Bathrooms

    1

  • Above Grade Finished Area

    2784.0

  • Basement YN

    YES

  • Cooling YN

    YES

  • Cooling

    Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Multi Units

  • Fireplace YN

    YES

  • Heating YN

    YES

  • Heating

    Natural Gas

  • Pet friendly

    N/A

Exterior

  • Garage

    Yes

  • Garage spaces

    2

  • Construction Materials

    Other, Vinyl Siding

  • Other Exterior Features

    Lighting

  • Parking

    Attached, Garage Door Opener

  • Patio and Porch Features

    Covered, Deck, Front Porch, Patio

  • Pool

    Yes

  • Pool Features

    In Ground

Area & Lot

  • Lot Features

    Corner Lot, Landscaped

  • Lot Size(acres)

    0.411

  • Lot Size(square feet)

    17,903

  • Property Type

    Residential

  • Property Sub Type

    Single Family Residence

  • Architectural Style

    Historic, Traditional

Price

  • Sales Price

    $999,900

  • Tax Amount

    $9,602

  • Sq. Footage

    2,784

  • Price/SqFt

    $359

HOA

  • Association

    No

School District

  • Elementary School

    F. P. Tillman Elem.

  • Middle School

    Nipher Middle

  • High School

    Kirkwood Sr. High

Property Features

  • New Construction

    NO

  • Foundation Details

    Stone

  • Ownership

    Private

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Water Source

    Public

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Elementary School

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Middle School

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High School

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Welcome to the Kyle-Essex-Gamble House, one of Kirkwood's gems, nestled on a lush .41-acre lot in the coveted North Taylor Historic District. Listed on both the National and Kirkwood Historic Registers, this 1861 estate seamlessly blends timeless architectural heritage with sophisticated, modern details. Passing through the gracious covered front porch, you are greeted by a light-filled center hall layout featuring soaring 9’+ ceilings, intricate historic millwork, and beautifully restored original hardwood floors. With its elegant fireplace, gorgeous windows, and built-in bookcases the living room has been adapted to provide the best of casual sophistication, with a stunning sunlit office/bonus room adjoining. The spacious dining room leads to a sublime screened porch, and a casual family room includes a wood-burning fireplace and walkout patio access. At the heart of the home, the chef’s kitchen has been thoughtfully updated to meet today's lifestyle, with custom cabinetry, exposed wood-beamed ceilings, and premium stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs, the primary suite includes a renovated primary bathroom and walk-in closet, with 3 additional bedrooms and a second full bath nearby. The front and back staircases, main level laundry, spacious 2-car garage, newer HVAC & roof add convenience, and the house includes a dry storage cellar. As an added treat, this historic home is nestled on a jaw-dropping lot, with a newer pool and pool deck, patio and pergola, and professionally landscaped, fenced yard and gardens. This iconic property offers historic character without compromising on modern convenience. All just minutes to downtown Kirkwood, in the Kirkwood School District.

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