7536 York, 3A, Clayton MO
3 bedroom, 1 bath condominium in the Moorlands, garage
Offered at $250000
Step into a world of timeless elegance where this fabulous Clayton Moorlands condo boasts a touch of Art Deco architecture that adds an exquisite layer of sophistication to its already exceptional character. With its elegant lines, soaring spaces, and a dash of Art Deco charm, this residence stands as a truly unique and coveted offering.
The county records show this as a 2 bedroom but did not include the upstairs bedrooms in their count, however, kids absolutely love it as their room. An appraisal of the condo shows the square footage as 1410 but according to an appraisal the square footage is 1535.
The condo fee is $485.25 per month and this fee includes the gas for the radiant heating. There are 18 units total in the building. The courtyard/patio is lovely for spending a few hours in the sun.
The living room’s allure is elevated by the extra high domed and coffered ceiling, a masterpiece of design adorned with intricate plaster trim that pays homage to the Art Deco era. A true masterpiece, it captures the essence of the period while infusing it with modern comfort.
The dining room seamlessly extends from the living room, showcasing a vaulted ceiling enhanced by a skylight that showers the room in gentle radiance. Adding to the charm is a greenhouse window.
As you walk across the wood floors, you’ll notice an exquisite inlay design that exudes opulence and nods to the attention to detail that’s emblematic of the Art Deco movement. The woodburning fireplace in the living room provides not only warmth but also a stunning focal point that embodies the elegance of the era.
Extend your living space outdoors to the private deck off the living room, where you can unwind, entertain, and enjoy the pleasures of life against an Art Deco-inspired backdrop.
Ascend the spiral staircase to the second-floor loft bedroom, an enclave of comfort that reflects the sleek lines and geometric forms of the Art Deco movement. Adjacent, the separate bonus room or office combines functionality with Art Deco elegance, creating a workspace that is both inspiring and practical.
Embracing the convenience of modern living, there is a laundry hookup for a stack washer/dryer. Should your storage needs require more space, the extra attic storage and private basement storage locker provide ample room. The two closets in each first-floor bedroom offer a solution for your organizational needs.
And let’s not forget the reserved indoor garage space, #11.
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Location
7536 York, 3A, is located in the municipality of Clayton MO. Clayton is an inner-ring city at the western edge of the city limits of the City of St Louis. It is in the central corridor. It is also the county seat of St Louis County.
In 2021, Clayton, MO reports a population of 16,675 with an average household income of $191,712 and a poverty rate of 8.33%. In addition to residential, Clayton’s Central Business District has 7,000,000 square feet of office space and 1,000,000 square feet of retail space. (81% of Clayton’s land is residential.)
Niche has rated Clayton as the number 2 best place to live in Missouri. This ranking takes into account key factors of a location including the quality of local schools, crime rates, housing trends, employment statistics and access to amenities.
Clayton has over 80 restaurants and over 200 retail shops. The Galleria Shopping Center is in the neighboring town of Richmond Heights. The Delmar Loop is in the neighboring city of University City. The city of Clayton has many special events but many are hold now until the pandemic is stabilized. One of the most popular Clayton events is the Clayton Art Fair. It is scheduled for the weekend of September 10th through 12th in 2021. It is a gathering of very creative craftsman from across the country and well worth a visit.
7536 York Drive is in the neighborhood of The Moorlands. The Moorlands Neighborhood offers a wonderful assortment of condo living, lofts, co-ops, as well as single family homes. Close to all that Clayton has to offer, this neighborhood is very popular among young professionals. The Glenridge Elementary school is just 2 blocks away from 7447 Cromwell Drive
At the northern edge of The Moorlands is a small covey of local shops including a coffee shop and Protzel’s Delicatessen (one of the best remaining kosher deli’s in St Louis). To the south and west is The Galleria shopping center (1.2 miles). On the route to The Galleria are more local shops including the Kitchen Conservatory, a fabulous place to take cooking lessons and buy quality items for your cooking needs.
The walkscore for 7536 York is somewhat confusing to me. Walkscore ranks it as 53 (car dependent). It is certainly walkable to the Clayton Business District. There is a bus line a couple of blocks away and the metrolink is .8 miles away.
Parks and Recreation
Claytonites have the advantage of their own Shaw Park on the western edge of the city and Forest Park on the eastern edge. Both are magnificent parks.
My images of Clayton always include the Shaw Park Aquatic Center. I would change my route to make sure to pass the pool and diving pool during the summer months. I would pray for the red stop light while in front of the diving pool so I could see at least one diver. The lap pool was always filled with sunbathers. The other “people watching” favorite was watching the kids hanging out and walking home with their friends. Shaw Park is more than the Aquatic Center. It is 47 acres of grounds which includes tennis courts, picnic grounds and walking trails.
Clayton has several other smaller parks amidst the different neighborhoods including a dog park.
Schools
Glenridge Elementary School is just a few blocks from 7536 York. It is ranked #2 in best public elementary grade schools in Missouri by Niche. There are 349 students grades k-5. The student/teacher ratio is 10.3. The demographics are: 51% White; 21/8% Asian; 11.7% two or more races; 10.9% African American; 4.6% Hispanic.
Wydown Middle School has 670 students in grades 6-8 with a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1. According to state test scores, 71% of students are at least proficient in math and 73% in reading. Students at this school are making far more academic progress from one grade to the next compared to students at other schools in the state. Wydown Middle School was ranked #2 in best middle schools in Misshouri by Niche.
Clayton High School has 900 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1. According to state test scores, 78% of students are at least proficient in math and 80% in reading. SchoolDigger ranks Clayton High 5th of 460 Missouri public high schools and the Clayton School District as 3rd of 485 Missouri school districts. Clayton High School was ranked #2 in St Louis High Schools by US News.
