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South Grand streetscape construction

Construction is finally about to begin on the new streetscape along South Grand between Arsenal and McDonald. Affecting the area officially dubbed Grand South Grand, this new street configuration has been in the planning stages for a number of years, but will soon be a convenient reality of residents of nearby neighborhoods such as Tower [...]

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3336-42 S Grand apartments exemplary facade

Working with a lot of real estate investors, I have seen a lot of apartments. And while there are a lot landlords doing quality finishes on their properties, the exterior always seems to get less treatment. That’s why I took note when I drove by the newly painted exteriors of the 4-families at 3336-38 and [...]

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Nettie’s: It’s not all good news along S Grand

There is no doubt that Grand Boulevard has been on the upswing in recent years. To the north, Grand Center continues to be  a focal point of activity for the arts and education. To the south, Grand South Grand has increasingly become a South City alternative to the Delmar Loop. Tower Grove Park and SLU [...]

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South Grand streetscape test

I haven’t posted anything about the proposed changes to the streetscape on South Grand since early last year as these projects tend to drag on forever. Thankfully, it looks like things are finally coming together.  In fact, the 3- lane proposal (my personal favorite) is actually being tested right now.

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Commerce Bank site on South Grand condos?

Commerce Bank site on South Grand condos?

*NOTE – This article was originally written in February of 2007 for the newsletter. Chicago-based developer Grace Associates LLC has big plans for the old Commerce Bank site and adjacent parking lot at 3134-42 S. Grand Boulevard. The St. Louis Board of Aldermen recently considered legislation that would allow the developer to construct 50 condos [...]

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