140 Linden Ave

Stunning 3-story home situated on a beautiful lot located in the desirable Bemiston Subdivision, in the Old Town Clayton area. This 4-bedroom, 5 bathroom (3 full/2 half) artisan showplace was completely renovated inside and out, down to the studs, by the current owners 2016 to 2017, and in the process, they added approximately 1400 sqft to the footprint, making the total living area over 4500 sqft. From the moment you drive up the house, and walk up to the front door, you know you have arrived home. The whole home is painted in stylish, neutral colors, with gleaming hardwood floors and incredible custom moldings and woodwork throughout. In addition, it boasts an open floor plan, designed for today’s living and entertaining. 1st floor features a charming living room with a fireplace flanked with leaded glass windows and built-ins, a lovely powder room, and a gourmet chef’s dream kitchen with custom Omega wood cabinets, 2 huge center island / breakfast bars, with Cambria Quartz waterfall counters, 2 stainless steel farmhouse sinks - one regular, one vegetable sink with instant hot and cold water dispenser; top of the line stainless appliances including Bertazzoni 6 burner gas range with double ovens, warming drawer, wine fridge, dishwasher, custom hood and Electrolux side-by-side stainless full-size refrigerator and full-size freezer, as well as walk-in pantry with pull-out and soft-close shelving! Terrific family room with custom fireplace, and separate dining area completes the main floor. 2nd floor boasts an amazing primary retreat, with deep tray ceiling and alcove for king size bed, custom gas fireplace, French doors opening to a cozy deck, dual custom organized closets, and a spa like bath, with heated floors, huge walk-in Hansgrohe Raindance Select S multi-head shower, free standing designer clawfoot tub, and a custom double vanity. You will also find a wonderful family room / den, 2 additional bedrooms, a 2nd full bath with double vanity and Jacuzzi tub and walk-in shower, 2nd floor laundry with LG WashTower, and access to several of the patio decks. Continue up the stairs to the awesome finished 3rd floor, with the legal 4th bedroom with walk-in closet, Juliet balcony and the 3rd full bath. This space is perfect for entertaining guests, or in-laws. Other features, completed during the renovation in 2016 to 2017: all new plumbing, electric (new electric panels and buried all utility lines) and gas lines throughout, new roof, new zoned HVAC, 75 gallon hot water heater, all new windows and doors (Pella and Anderson) throughout, bringing in a ton of natural light, LP Smartside siding around entire house, all new insulation, and oversized detached 2 car garage with wall mounted openers and track to maintain ceiling height and the ability to install 2 car lifts, just to name a few. Walk down the incredible open staircase with custom wrought iron railings to the professional finished lower level where you will find a spacious rec room, with built-in entertainment center, a cozy reading area and ½ bath, with plenty of room to expand, while still being able to leave quite a bit of unfinished storage space. Relax outside in the front Zen garden, on one of the covered porches, on the open patio decks, with outdoor fireplace, in your own private sanctuary, or take a stroll through the park-like neighborhood. Location could not be better - just a 3-minute walk to downtown Clayton’s restaurants, shops, and galleries or a 5-minute drive to the University City’s Delmar Loop, Washington University, Forest Park, or the BJC Hospital campus - easy access to major highways.