The Historic Home Buyer’s Guide to 7006 Maryland Ave
Buying a historic home in University City is about more than just finding a place to live—it’s an investment in craftsmanship, land, and timeless architecture. However, buyers looking in prestigious pockets like Maryland Terrace often face a common dilemma: Should you pay a steep premium for someone else’s turnkey renovation, or purchase a historic estate at a discount and customize it yourself?
When you buy a home with solid historic bones, choosing the customization route isn’t just about getting your dream kitchen or spa bath—it’s about capturing instant equity.
Here is what smart buyers look for when evaluating a historic property, and why 7006 Maryland Ave ($1,050,000)presents one of the best value-add opportunities on the market today.
1. Look for Irreplaceable Historic Craftsmanship
You can always remodel a bathroom, but you can’t easily replicate 1920s architectural integrity. When touring historic homes, focus on structural and architectural features that would cost a fortune to build today:
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Solid Brick Construction & Arched Openings: The deep-set windows, brick pillars, and sweeping archways at 7006 Maryland provide structural longevity and character that modern construction rarely matches.
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Generous Land Footprint: Finding a 0.49-acre double lot (115′ x 185′) in the heart of University City—just seconds from Washington University and Clayton—is almost unheard of. Land is the one thing you can never add later.
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Flexible Indoor/Outdoor Spaces: Features like the light-filled three-season veranda offer versatile space that can seamlessly adapt to an indoor cocktail lounge, executive game room, or sunroom.
2. Identify High-ROI Layout Potential
Many 1920s estates were built with numerous smaller bedrooms rather than a modern main suite. Instead of seeing this as a drawback, savvy buyers recognize it as an opportunity to design a personalized sanctuary.
The 7006 Maryland Vision:
By reconfiguring the second-floor footprint, you can easily transition from a traditional 6-bedroom floor plan into a 5-bedroom layout complete with a 420+ S.F. Executive Primary Suite.
What this layout update unlocks:
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A 6-Foot Glass Walk-In Shower with custom tilework.
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A 5-Foot Freestanding Soaking Tub positioned under natural light.
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A 5-Foot Double-Sink Vanity with luxury finishes.
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A Dedicated Walk-In Closet (5’0″ x 8’0″) plus an adjacent linen storage area.
3. Do the Math: Turnkey Premium vs. Custom Equity
Turnkey comps in University City with modernized primary suites often command $1.25M to $1.35M+ on significantly smaller lot footprints.
Offered at $975,000, 7006 Maryland gives you a substantial margin to control your own renovation, choose your preferred high-end finishes, and walk into immediate equity upon completion—all while owning one of the largest parcels in the neighborhood.
Bonus Potential
Reimagining the Historic Three-Season Veranda
It’s not just the 2nd floor that holds untapped potential—the light-filled three-season veranda off the main level is one of the home’s most versatile features. With its original brick arches, expansive windows, and overhead fans, this space is a blank canvas. Depending on your lifestyle, it easily transforms into:
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An Indoor/Outdoor Cocktail Lounge:** Perfect for hosting weekend gatherings with a bar setup and casual seating.
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An Executive Game Room:** Scaled for a full-size pool table, lounge chairs, and media setup.
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🧸 A Sunlit Kids’ Playroom:** A bright, dedicated main-floor space for toys, activity tables, and play.
By visualizing these flexible spaces upfront, you can see how 7006 Maryland effortlessly adapts to modern living without losing an ounce of its historic charm.Ready to See the Vision in Person?
Don’t let a lack of modern finishes hide your dream layout. Whether you want to explore the expansion potential or simply fall in love with the historic grounds, 7006 Maryland Avenue is ready for its next chapter.
📞 Contact Barb Heise with RE/MAX Results today at 314-503-4856 to schedule a private tour and review complete architectural layout concepts!
