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Historic Live-Work Building

222 S 4th St Saint Joseph, MO 64501

222 S 4th St, Saint Joseph, MO, 64501
$175,000
Pending
For Sale
$175,000
Pending

Historic building offers staircase access to all levels and a working freight elevator connecting four floors.

Days on Market708

Property Features for 222 S 4th St

General Information

Standard status
Pending
Listing agency RE/MAX PROFESSIONALS
Listed by LISA ROCK
Source Exprealty
Added: Aug 13, 2024 Updated: Jul 20 at 8:29PM Checked: Jul 20 at 8:29PM

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Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This historic building was originally constructed in 1874 and later added onto. The original facade is still intact underneath the current facade and can be restored. According to the property history provided, it served as the home of the Daily Gazette where Eugene Field began his journalism, and it also included an office for Mr. Rudd, inventor of Aunt Jemima pancake mix. The owner also reports having original doors that stand over 12 feet tall.

Access is available via staircases to all three floors and the basement, and the building has a working freight elevator that reaches all four floors. The original foundation is described as native stone, and the timbers throughout are noted as strong slow-growth woods.

Recent updates mentioned include a newer roof, two newer HVAC systems, plumbing updates, finished living areas, and new walls. The interior also includes significant tear-out and debris removal to support a clean-slate layout for new uses.

Key Highlights

  • Historic building originally built in 1874 with later additions; original stone foundation and timbers throughout
  • Staircase access to all 3 floors plus the basement, with a working freight elevator accessing all 4 floors
  • On‑site updates include a newer roof, 2 newer HVAC systems, and plumbing updates

Property Analytics

Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Live-work space

Suggested Use

Real Estate Agency Dental Office Pharmacy Storage Facility Parking Lot & Garage Grocery & Convenience Store Furniture & Home Goods Grocery & Convenience Store Accounting Firm Big Box & Wholesale Store

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Live-work space - Historic building offers staircase access to all levels and a working freight elevator connecting four floors.
Where is this live-work space located?
The property is located at 222 S 4th St Saint Joseph, MO.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $175,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Historic building originally built in 1874 with later additions; original stone foundation and timbers throughout; Staircase access to all 3 floors plus the basement, with a working freight elevator accessing all 4 floors; On‑site updates include a newer roof, 2 newer HVAC systems, and plumbing updates
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