Ted Wight's St. Louis Style

Ted Wight Ranked #3 Highest-Selling Real Estate Agent in St. Louis Metropolitan Area

Ted is ranked #3 in the St. Louis Metropolitan area by closed sales volume for 2014. As published today in the St. Louis Business Journal. This includes St. Louis, St. Louis City, St. Charles, & the following: Adair, Audrain, Benton, Bollinger, Boone, Butler, Callway, Camden, Cape Girardeau, Carter, Cedar, Chariton, Clark, Cole, Cooper, Crawford, Dallas, Dent, Douglas, Franklin, Gasconade, Greene, Grundy, Harrison, Kickory, Howell, Iron, Jefferson, Knox, Laclede, Lawrence, Lewis, Lincoln, Linn, Livingston, Macon, Madison, Maries, Marion, Mercer, Miller, Moniteau, Monroe, Montgomery, Morgan, New Madrid, Osage, Ozark, Perry, Phelps, Pike, Polk, Pulaski, Ralls, Randolph, Reynolds, Ripley, Saline, Schuyler, Scotland, Scott, Shannon, Shelby, St Francois, , Ste Genevieve, Sullivan, Taney, Texas, Warren, Washington< Wayne, Webster, Wright

 

 

Open Houses Sunday, August 2nd from 1-3pm

16 Roan Lane, Ladue, MO

$950,000

3,014 Sqft...Pool!

http://16roan.canbyours.com

 

13643 Amiot, Maryland Heights, MO

$735,000

4,708 Sqft...Historic House....pool!

http://13643amiot.canbyours.com

 

926 Glenmoor, Saint Louis, MO

$309,000

1,075 Sqft....cute as a button!

http://926glenmoor.canbyours.com

Cool Ranch Home: 18 Bon Aire, Olivette, Ladue Schools

Another Bellinkoff Properties triumph! Check out this fully renovated Ladue schools stunner: 3 beds/2 baths condenses your fabulous lifestyle to one fabulous floor on a private drive! Nestled on half an acre; enjoy this exclusive corner of Olivette from your own park-like setting. Featuring gorgeous hardwood and porcelain floors, additional family room, mid-century elegant windows, and hotel bathrooms… all accentuating this stellar ranch’s open floor plan to give you a truly modern home with traditional comfort and contemporary amenities. Kitchen is eat-in with granite counters and stainless appliances. Bedrooms are clustered for peace-of-mind or a great work/ home balance where your office is steps from your master suite. This property boasts almost unlimited potential for an expanded living area with a huge walkout basement bathed in light and tall ceilings… the bathroom is roughed in and ductwork is already installed! No show until Open House 8.2.2015 from 1-3pm!

$549,000

Listed by Michael McLaughlin with Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty 314-368-3550

 

Lucky's Market to open Grocery Store in Rock Hill, MO

Coming Soon - Lucky's Market is opening in Rock Hill, MO off of Manchester Rd.  It will open in mid-August.  Lucky's is a personal grocery store that offers quality products at an affordable price.

https://www.luckysmarket.com/location/rock-hill-mo/

 

 

 

How Homes Kept Cool before the Age of AC

Since modern air conditioning wasn't invented until the 1920s,  some of us might wonder how our grandparents and great grandparents survived living in the heat during the summer.  It turns out that the houses back then were designed and built with features to help them stay cool without AC.

See which features houses were built with and how they helped people stay cool HERE.

 

For $725 Million, You Can Buy a Texas Ranch That's the Size of a Small Nation

FOR SALE: Largest ranch in the U.S. within a single fence. Texas fixer-upper with more than 1,000 oil wells; 6,800 head of cattle; 500 quarter horses; 30,000 acres of cropland; tombstones for legendary cowboys, long-dead dogs, and a horse buried standing up. Favorite of Will Rogers and Teddy Roosevelt. Colorful history of drinking and divorce. Fifteen-minute drive to rib-eyes at the Rusty Spur in Vernon. Ideal for Saudi oil sheiks, billionaire hedge funders, and dot-commers who can tell a cow from a steer. Profitable. Zero debt. Property taxes only $800,000 a year. Price: $725 million.

See full article HERE

New Listing - 926 Glenmoor, Glendale

This home is such an adorable Glendale charmer. You will smile at every feature. Charming covered porch entry leads to a Living Room with a wood-burning  fireplace. The kitchen just perfect with granite counters, custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a dining area and doors that lead to the back patio. The yard is level, large and fenced with pretty gardens. Updated bathroom on the main level.  Hardwood floors throughout. The basement is finished with a recreation room, nice laundry room and another full bath. 1 car attached garage.

$309,000

www.926glenmoor.canbyours.com

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

San Angelo- Gentleman's Estate - Pike County, MO

Without a doubt one of the premier farms in Southern Pike County with miles of white vinyl fencing & miles of State Hwy frontage & only minutes to Hwy 61. Farmers & Ranchers Take Note!! This farm has it all. Currently being operated as a cattle ranch, this farm is completely fenced with multiple ponds, creeks and approx. a 15 - 20 acre m/l stocked lake. This farm is approx. 80% open with balance in large scattered timber. If you wanted to convert some of the ground to tillable, it would produce! The main residence overlooking the estate is a custom built 2 story home with many great features. Other improvements include 3 other homes, multiple cattle/horse and machinery buildings. The state Hwy splits the farm, otherwise it is all in one continuous tract! Beautiful views no matter what end of the farm you are on. A true showplace! 

1,868 Acres

$10,700,000

21772 Highway D, Eolia 63344

Listed by David Thornhill with Thornhill Real Estate & Auction Co.

636-366-4206

House on Halliday, Tower Grove East

The other day when showing a property on Halliday in Tower Grove East, I stumbled across this home. I can see hints of Prairie Style in these building elements. This has nothing really to do with Prairie Style, though Tower Grove East used to be referred to as La Petite Prairie. Read more HERE

139 Ladue Oaks, Creve Coeur SOLD

I represented the Buyer of this lovely home located on Ladue Oaks off Ladue Rd. The neighborhood has an added bonus....direct access to Conway Park!

Open Houses Sunday July 26th from 1-3pm

25 Kingsbury Place, St. Louis, MO 63112

$999,900

5587 Sqft

http://25kingsburyplace.canbyours.com

7400 Hoover Ave, Richmond Heights, MO 63117

$579,000

2600 Sqft

http://7400hoover.canbyours.com

7725 Mohawk Place, Clayton, MO 63105

$749,000

3530 Sqft

http://7725mohawk.canbyours.com

841 North Spoede, Creve Coeur, MO 63141

$569,000

2748 Sqft

http://841nspoede.canbyours.com

31 Westwood Country Club, St. Louis, MO 63131

$1,199,000

5152 Sqft

http://31westwoodcountryclub.canbyours.com

Selkirk's Auctioneers & Appraisers First Auction: Friday, July 31st @ 11 AM

Selkirk's inaugural auction will be on July 31st at 11 AM, located in the Central West End - 4739 McPherson Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63108.

The Auction will include:

• Fine Art

• Asian Works of Art

• European and American Furniture & Decorative Arts

• Fine & Vintage Jewelry

See Here for the full catalog

Stunning Contemporary Home for Sale - 107 Stoneyside Lane - Olivette, MO, Ladue Schools

 

This Mid-Century Modern, sprawling ranch offers sophistication and style; a perfect combination.  The open, 2700 sq’ floor plan is perfect for today’s lifestyle and easy entertaining.  The two spacious living rooms, dining room, and kitchen is brimming with light and overlooks the beautifully landscaped yard.Updated kitchen offers granite surfaces, stainless steel appliances, and custom cabinetry -- just steps away from the private patio.  The enormous office/den has an oversized closet and can easily be used as a 4th bedroom. The master bath and hall bath have been recently updated.  New flooring, roof, and gutters make this a turn-key home.  Just around the corner from Ladue’s Old Bonhomme Elementary, and minutes away from all the central corridor has to offer.

$449,000

Listed by Kelli Graf with Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty

314-603-2993

The Shack

Yesterday I ate at The Shack located in Frontenac off Lindbergh!  They are now open for dinner... in addition to breakfast & lunch hours.  The food is certain to please you!  Don't forget to write on the walls.

http://www.shackstl.com

 

St. Louis Area MCM House Sold - 17 Fairwinds Ct., Olivette 63132

Ted represented the Buyer of this cool Mid-century (MCM) house in Olivette soon to be a fabulous renovation!

Ted's Lovely Listings

St. Louis Artist- Carrie Becker

"Based on the images you are about to view, you might believe that St. Louis photographer Carrie M. Becker is an urban explorer of abandoned buildings. She assures us she is not, at least not with this series of work. The truth is that Becker creates these photographs from the comfort of her own studio. The walls, floors, ceilings, and all of the objects you see are part of cardboard dioramas she makes on a tabletop in her studio. "

Full article: http://designobserver.com/feature/lilliputian-entropy/38960/

 

She was most recently exhibited at the William Shearburn Gallery on Skinker. Read more HERE

I attended the opening and fell in love with her works. I just don't have any wall space left in my home...or I would have acquired one!

Listing Sold - 7270 Forsyth Blvd

SOLD - This 4-family apartment building near Washington University. Great investment...always leased!

Coming Soon - 16 Roan Lane, Ladue

This charming Ladue home will captivate you. As you walk up to the house you will love the cottage garden that greets you. The home is built of stone & has a cedar shake roof. Updated kitchen with granite counters, gas stove and a family room with gas fireplace. Main floor master bedroom suite with plenty of closet space and a luxurious master bathroom. Main floor laundry room. The Second level features two large bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. The Lower Level is walk-out and features a recreation room with a gas fireplace and a wet bar. There is also a bedroom, a full bath, office and plenty of storage on this level. The Lower Level has an expanse of windows and walks-out to the patio and pool area. Private backyard.

$950,000

http://16roan.canbyours.com

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

Listing Sold - 8680 W Kingsbury Ave, University City

SOLD - This charming home in University City!

 

 

 

New Listing - Historic House: 13643 Amiot Dr 63146

Designed by William Wedemeyer in 1903 for Jacob Studt, Jr. This historic estate perched above Creve Coeur Lake will enchant you.  Located on almost an acre with a century oak commanding the front yard. It is rare to have such an elegant example of Arts and Craft architecture outside of the city.  You will love the gorgeous woodwork & gracious rooms. The dining room is large and features an intricately carved fireplace mantle & surround. 2.5 stories with a richly engraved oak staircase that climbs 3 stories. The home is built of limestone, wood siding with a cedar shake roof. There is newer, large family room 30' x 30’. The kitchen features granite counters, custom oak cabinets, gas stove, stainless steel appliances & breakfast room. A laundry room is off of the kitchen. Refreshing in-ground pool. Lovely gardening including a stream with waterfall. 5 bedrooms & 3.5 bathrooms. Plenty of basement storage. Parkway Central School District. 3-car oversized garage.

$735,000

http://13643amiot.canbyours.com

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

 

Il Bel Lago

The other week my oldest son (the younger son stayed in Milwaukee this Summer) looked at me and said he wanted Italian for dinner. I asked him to recommend a place. He said that his phone app recommended Il Bel Lago off of Olive in Creve Coeur. "Good grief"...I told him that was in West County in a strip mall. We tried it anyway. It was a delight....so good....I am craving another trip. The service was also very attentive.

"After 30 years of dining excellence at Giovanni’s On The Hill, Giovanni’s sons Frank and Carmelo branched out and brought a taste of The Hill to Creve Coeur in 2004 in the form of Il Bel Lago."

Check out their website HERE

 

My Mid-July Garden

Yesterday the birds had me up at 5 AM which gave me the perfect time to catch up on some weeding and gardening. One project I am working on is improving a stretch of land I have along Litzsinger. Right now it has some old tiger lilies in it and weeds. I started on a project to run a strip of hybrid "classy" day lilies all along the strip. I thought it would be nice for drivers, walkers and bikers to see.  Pics next year!

Colleen's Cookies

The other day I grabbed lunch at Colleen's Cookies located at 7337 Forsyth....no, I did not have a cookie for lunch  though I did bring back some for the office staff! They have yummy sandwiches and more!  Check it out....also a great place for coffee!

Who Designed This House?

Check out this Frank Lloyd Wright-styled home in Old Jamestown. The owner is trying to find out who was the architect.....anyone have any ideas?

 

 

Oops....I forgot the Top Luxury Estate in St. Louis that is for Sale

This lovely estate in Ladue is on the market, though MLS Exempt...that is why I forgot about it.  The Woodlands estate on Ladue Road in Ladue. $10,000,000

"This incredible storybook estate has 8 incredible acres, wooded and wide open fields; a 14 Room, 9500 square foot home, Tudor with Arts & Crafts Influences built in 1926. Every space and structure has been recreated by Designer Marshall Watson and the homeowner; including the newly formed pond, pool with exquisite pool house, tennis court, green house, and carriage house garage with lovely loft style apartment. This is a Crestron smart home, gated and fully fenced. The award winning rose gardens and lush landscaping feature a running trail. Interested parties must tour grounds and home to appreciate the care and craftsmanship found throughout ~ unparalleled in Saint Louis."

Listed by Sandy Coburn, Red Key Realty, 314-495-0295

Find out more HERE

 

Top St. Louis Area Luxury Homes for Sale

1091 Wings Rd, St Albans 63073

$8,500,000

12,031 Sqft, 15.7 Acres

Listed by Kristin & JT Monschein with Berkshire Hathaway Alliance

314-954-2138 

9847 Litzsinger Rd, Ladue 63124

$6,650,000

3.4 Acres

Listed by Barbara Wulfing with Janet McAfee Inc.

314-277-3285

2701 South Lindbergh Blvd, Huntleigh 63131

$6,499,000

11,587 Sqft, 6.56 Acres

Listed by Ellen O'Brien with Coldwell Banker Gundaker

314-965-3030

2660 South Warson Rd, Ladue 63124

$5,400,000

2.998 Acres

Listed by Megan S Rowe with Laura McCarthy - Town & Country

314-569-1177

2271 Talon, St Albans 63073

$4,999,999

10,000 Sqft, 3 Acres

Listed by Margie Kubik with Gladys Manion, Inc.

314-954-2513

12 Huntleigh Woods Dr, Huntleigh 63131

$4,998,000

9,614 Sqft, 2 Acres

Listed by Peggy B Dozier with Janet McAfee Inc1 Denny Lane, Huntleigh 63131 

314-974-6990

1 Denny Lane, Huntleigh 63131

$4,975,000

3,046 Sqft, 3.92 Acres

Listed by Kevin A Wood with Executive, Realtors

314-517-7355

 

1337 South Mason Rd, Town and Country 63131

$4,900,000

9,157 Sqft, 4.53 Acres

Listed by Kim Carney with Coldwell Banker Premier Group

314-422-7449

760 Kent Road, Ladue 63124

$4,495,000

10,738 Sqft, 2.84 Acres

Listed by Marcy M Byrne with Janet McAfee Inc.

314-750-5800

 

11 Upper Whitmoor, Weldon Spring 63304

$3,995,000

11,748 Sqft, 3.31 Acres

Listed by Bill Ziercher with United Select Properties

314-412-3966

 

New Listing - 5574 Waterman Blvd #1, The Fabulous CWE

If you are looking for a great pad in the popular Central West End…this condo is just for you! Completely updated and refreshed. The kitchen is bright with lots of windows, new, quartz solid-surface counters, new stainless steel appliances and wood floors. The Living and Dining Room combination has a wood-burning fireplace to add warmth and ambiance. Updated bathroom. New carpeting and freshly painted. The unit comes with 1 secure, assigned parking spot, storage locker and private laundry area. Walk to Forest Park, Metro-link, restaurants, the gym and more.

$99,900 

http://5574watermanblvd1.canbyours.com

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

 

Beautiful Country Home in Innsbrook For Sale

2241 Alpine Run Dr Innsbrook, Missouri 63390

Idyllic lake front setting! Enjoy 180 degree vistas from your own private point on Alpine Lake, the largest lake at Innsbrook. Unique features of the house on the exterior are an approach to the house with a bridge & garden, ponds with running creek, 3 patios & professional landscaping & lighting. The interior boasts solid wood doors, crown molding, as well as the vaulted great room ceiling. The chef's kitchen boasts 2 dishwashers, a Thermador Exhaust System, Sub Zero refrigerator, Designer Kohler sink, Viking Professional stove, granite and Stove Pot Filler all with abundant custom cabinets & butler's Pantry. The main floor master has lake views from every window, fireplace, luxurious bath & private patio. The upper bedroom being used as an office has Mahogany walls, custom cherry cabinets & private bath. The media room features a large screen plus surround sound & is wired for house speakers & intercom throughout home. Enjoy the beautiful screened porch with wood flooring.

Listed at $2,750,000

Listing Agent: Katherine Wienstroer from Dielmann Sotheby's International Realty, 314-725-0009

 

Fun Chocolate from Trader Joe's

Trader Joe's Fireworks Chocolate Bar is very delicious and comes with a unique popping sensation and spicy taste when you eat it!

I hope they still carry it! 

New Listing - 12050 Carberry Place

This stately 16-year old custom home offers superior quality finishes with wonderful entertaining areas. Impressive great room with soaring coffered ceilings, full height windows, gas fireplace & wet bar. Expansive main floor master suite with barrel ceiling, gas fireplace, bay window & 2 doors leading to a private patio. Large His & Her master bath with 2 showers, whirlpool tub, heated floors & separate walk-in closets. Gourmet kitchen with double Dacor ovens & 5-burner range, Bosch dishwasher, Subzero fridge, pantry, large center island & adjoining spacious breakfast room. Family Room off of the kitchen overlooks the lovely 20 X 40 heated saltwater pool with pool house featuring a full bath & kitchenette. The 2^nd floor features 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths, a paneled office & a recreation area. The finished LL has a theater room, 4-hole putting green, exercise area & rec room complete with wet bar & 2 full baths. Main floor laundry room. Copper gutters. 3-car garage. 5 HVAC zones.

$1,550,000

http://12050carberryplace.canbyours.com

 

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

 

 

Gorgeous New Listing - 1722 Pine Hill Dr. Des Peres, 63131

Gorgeous, completely renovated home! 4+ bedrooms & 3 full baths. The sophisticated Living Room & Dining Rooms open to each other.  The kitchen is large & features granite counters, custom cabinets, center island, gas range, stainless steel appliances & a breakfast room with a gas fireplace.  Double doors lead from the breakfast room to a stamped-concrete patio looking out onto the large, level, private backyard. Off of the kitchen is a family room with plenty of windows. The master bedroom features a trayed ceiling with indirect lighting & double French doors to the patio. The master bathroom features a walk-in shower with duel showerheads, granite & tile flooring, maple cabinetry & two separate vanities. Huge walk-in closet with built-in ironing board. The Gleaming oak hardwood floors are throughout the main level. The LL of the home is finished with a recreation area, full bath, 2 bedrooms & a laundry room. 2-car garage. Everything has been updated: new windows, roof, driveway & HVAC. 

$489,000

http://1722pinehill.canbyours.com

Listed by Ted Wight, Dielmann Sotheby’s International Realty, 314-607-5555, [email protected]

 

 

 

Honest Abe @ VP Parade

This year I was Honest Abe at the 2015 VP Parade.  What a lovely day! I hope you had a great 4th of July!

The House Collector

The Parisian dealer Patrick Seguin has championed French mid-century designer Jean Prouvé, whose prefabricated houses now sell for millions and are on display at Milan’s Expo 2015 and Basel’s Design Miami.  The dealer and his wife plan on testing Prouvé's nomadic vision for themselves this summer, dismantling the updated Prouvé house and crating it over to be reassembled on southern France's untamed Camargue coast. "But in August I want to be sleeping in Switzerland, in the mountains," says Seguin.  "The house will be our caravan."

 

See here for the full article about Prouvé's architecture and how it inspired Patrick Seguin.

http://www.wsj.com/articles/gallerist-patrick-seguin-turns-prefab-prouve-houses-into-collectibles-1432828602

 

 

 

Harris Armstrong Designed House for Sale- 18 Jamestown Acres, Florissant 63034

STARTLING PICTURESQUE RIVER HOME!

Designed by modernist architect-Harris Armstrong. Missouri River frontage, This 2 story is spacious-3576 s.f. and uniquely designed for comfort and convenience - on 4.6 rolling acres with raised gardens, landscaped, many trees, shrubs and features a fabulous salt-water Swim Pool (35'x15') with conc. decking/custom aluminum fence. Entrance Foyer of Italian marbled floors, custom/solar Plant Rm (16'x10'), step down to spacious Living rm and Dining rm, all windowed wall of Breathtaking views of scenic acreage and the rolling River! Enclosed Porch (Pella casement windows), New Flower Arbor. Modern eat-in Kitchen with Sub-Zero refrigerator & bar + butler pantry. Master Bedroom Suite has new hardwood flrs. .The interior has surround sound speakers for your listening pleasure. Hobby rm: 500 s.f. off 2 car garage has separate entrance (could be re-converted to a 4 car garage as originally designed). Surrounded by Wrought Iron fence & automatic gate opener!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Cool Kirkwood Craigswood Mid-centuy Home- 1419 Shands Ct, St Louis 63122

This STUNNING Mid-Century Modern home has so many amazing updates. 3 bed and 2 bath with 2 car garage. Remodeled kitchen with granite counter-tops, maple cabinets, stainless appliances, travertine floors, double oven/microwave set, walk-in pantry, soft-close drawers and breakfast bar. Gleaming Red Oak hardwood floors and marble floors in baths. Custom birch slab doors throughout, all custom lighting w/ dimmers, gymnasium flooring in the den/workout room or mudroom. Lovely master suite w/ 3 closets, custom bath w/Onyx vanity top & shower surround, Hans Grohe shower fixtures, maple cabinets, built-in Bose speaker. Vaulted living room w/beautiful stone see-thru fireplace into the formal dining room. Windows throughout home make whole home light and bright! Nice back patio, huge driveway, covered front porch, 200 amp electric service, 3 HVAC zoned units, 2 HWHs, newer exterior paint & gutters. This beautiful home is on a quiet cul-de-sac in Kirkwood.

$329,000

Listed by Michelle Gegg, Keller Williams, 314-677-6000

Unexpected Locales

These luxury homes may look like they belong to a specific region, but really they're located in states that may surprise you.  Can you guess their addresses?  Don't let the architecture style fool you!

 

Hint: The way life should be.

It looks like you would enjoy Pacific views form this contemporary home.  However, you're more likely to see lobster boats and take in spectacular vistas of the bay.  

Where is this abode?

 

Hint: Our newest state.

This grand Tudor, with high ceilings and a fireplace, exudes formal elegance.  You'd expect to see this beauty tucked in the Northeast, not enjoying an ocean breeze. 

Find this home!

 

Hint:  This state boasts more miles of rivers than any other.

This home is packed with Southwestern details.  A Mexican clay-tiled floor and turquoise accents elevate this charmer located in a state better known for its spuds than its cacti.

Pick the state!

 

Hint:  Bluebonnets.

This Colonial's practically in a whole other country.   With a professional 800-foot gym, pool and enormous media room, this home is definitely one you don't want to mess with.

Where is this home?

Explore St. Louis - Celebrate Independence Day 2015 in St. Louis

Independence Day is approaching!  Here are some fun places to spend your 4th of July weekend in St. Louis.

I will be in the VP Parade...so see me Saturday morning in Forest Park!

Here is a picture of me from the St Louis Post Dispatch in 2013

Photo by Robert Cohen, [email protected]

http://explorestlouis.com/2015/06/22/celebrate-independence-louis/