Offered for sale at $1,050,000
Every so often, a home comes to market that reminds us why we fall in love with architecture—and neighborhoods.
For me, great homes have never been just about beautiful rooms or impressive square footage. They are part of the communities that surround them, shaped by the people who choose to call those neighborhoods home.
When I began selling real estate in the late 1970s, University City was attracting a new generation of residents. Many of these “new” U-Citians were Baby Boomers who weren’t simply looking for a house—they were looking for a community. They believed neighborhoods flourished when neighbors worked together, and they volunteered countless hours to make University City one of the most beautiful urban communities in the St. Louis region.
One of my favorite examples is U City in Bloom.
It began with the vision of three women who saw the potential in ordinary street corners. On Saturdays, you could find them—and often their husbands—working side by side, cultivating the soil, planting flowers, pulling weeds, and watering garden beds that transformed busy intersections into welcoming neighborhood landmarks. Year after year, more volunteers joined their efforts, new planting beds were added, and what started as a simple act of civic pride became a movement that helped define the character of University City.
Today, U City in Bloom continues that mission through dedicated volunteers, generous community support, and professional staff who care for the gardens throughout the city. Their work is a reminder that exceptional neighborhoods don’t happen by accident—they are created by people who care deeply about the place they call home.
That spirit is one of the reasons homes like 7006 Maryland Avenue are so special.
Built in 1923 and offered for sale for the first time in more than four decades, this distinguished Italian Renaissance Revival residence stands on a double lot along the western edge of Washington University’s Danforth Campus. With 3,246 square feet, six bedrooms, three and one-half baths, and a walkable location near Forest Park, neighborhood grocery stores, and the Delmar Loop, it offers not only an extraordinary home but for those who value community, culture and convenience, this addres places it all within reach.
The Setting is Equally Remarkable
Situated on two generous lots, the property offers expansive green space rarely found in this historic neighborhood. Mature landscaping creates a private urban retreat while providing room to entertain, garden, or simply enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. In an area where land is at a premium, this double lot is every bit as valuable as the home itself.
Approaching the residence, its architectural pedigree is immediately apparent. Inspired by the Italian Renaissance Revival style, the home welcomes visitors with a graceful brick terrace accented by classic stone balustrades, elegant proportions, and distinctive rounded windows that fill the interior with natural light. Every detail reflects the quality of an era when homes were designed to endure for generations.
Inside, historic character has been thoughtfully preserved. Original millwork, a dramatic foyer, and a grand staircase showcase the craftsmanship that defines the finest homes of the 1920s. Rather than competing with its history, carefully selected updates complement it.
The kitchen has been reimagined for today’s lifestyle while respecting the home’s architectural integrity. It offers the function expected by modern cooks without sacrificing the warmth and elegance that make historic homes so memorable.
With six bedrooms, the home adapts beautifully to contemporary living. Whether you envision private guest accommodations, multiple home offices, creative studios, a library, or fitness space, the floor plan provides exceptional flexibility for the way people live today.
One of the home’s most inviting spaces is the approximately 311-square-foot enclosed patio room. Overlooking the expansive backyard, it offers the perfect setting for morning coffee, quiet reading, casual gatherings, or evenings spent entertaining family and friends.
Practicality has not been overlooked.
A detached two-car garage, an additional paved parking area for guests, and a convenient side driveway provide parking solutions that are exceptionally rare this close to Washington University.
Homes like 7006 Maryland Avenue are more than beautiful residences—they become part of a neighborhood’s history. They offer an opportunity to steward a significant architectural home while enjoying one of the most desirable walkable locations in the St. Louis region.
For buyers seeking timeless design, generous outdoor space, and an address that places the best of University City, Washington University, Forest Park, and the Delmar Loop at their doorstep, this remarkable property represents an opportunity that may not come again for many years.
