3 Story Brick Victorian Built In 1891

(With Queen Anne Influence)

Architect -- E. J. Eckel

For Questions about the property, etc. contact:
816-233-8596 or send e-mail to themotterhome@hotmail.com
 
Also, Please be sure and scroll down to bottom of site as we have included lots of info and pictures.
 

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If you're looking to purchase a Victorian home this one is the Wright one for you.

2101 Faraon Street

This beautiful Victorian home was built in 1891 for Mr. & Mrs. S. I. Motter.  Motter was the co-owner of the Wheeler and Motter Dry Goods Wholesale Company.
It is located in St. Joseph, Missouri and situated in the Harris Addition of Buchanan County.  Centrally located this home gives you access to all of the schools, shopping, employment and enjoyment St. Joseph has to offer. 
 
This home sits on a corner lot which is 100' x 151.5'.  It is currently a single family residence but has immediate income producing potential with rental of the separate carriage house at rear of property.
 
This 3 story brick home boasts many, many rooms with lots of original architectural aspects, as well.  Some of the amenities are:
 
Main House-2101 Faraon
5,831 square feet --2388 1st level, 2267 2nd level, 1176 3rd level
Single Family Property
Harris Addition
7 Bedroom
3 1/2 Bath
Original light oak woodwork throughout
Grand Foyer -with 48 inch double entry doors featuring unique beveled, etched and leaded glass windows-featured in book by local author
Grand Staircase -highly adorned on 1st and 2nd floor
Grand Hallway with fireplace, fretwork and wainscotting
Cove ceilings and oak trim
 
1st Floor
Living Room with working fireplace
Formal Dining Room with fireplace and gas log insert as well as oak window bench
Parlor with working fireplace and orginal brass rod for parlor curtain
Kitchen with Butler's pantry and stone Hearth-could be used for indoor grilling,etc.
Breakfast Nook
Laundry Room
 
2nd Floor
Oak Trim and 3 Working Fireplaces with Oak Mantles and Beveled Mirrors
4 Bedroom
2 Bath
Great Hall with built-in oak window bench and stained glass topper(Tiffany)
Original Bathroom fixtures-pedestal sinks, milk glass shelves, mirrors, large porcelain tub with porcelain surround, tile floors, etc.
 
 
3rd Floor
Breathtaking Panoramic Vantage Point
Could be used as Master Suite
3 Bedroom
Kitchen
Living Area
Bath
Large Walk-In closet
Original Built-In Cedar Closet
 
 
8 Fireplaces Total- 5 on main floor and 3 on 2nd floor
 
Hardwood and Carpeted floors
 
Central Air - all 3 floors
 
Forced Air Gas Heat- all 3 floors
 
4 zoned areas for HVAC
 
Preservation Award Winning Wrap-Around Porch
 
Patio
 
Fenced Back Yard
 
3 Large Stained Glass Windows (Tiffany?)
 
3 Sets Oak Pocket Doors
 
Brick and Concrete Basement - unfinished
 
Lot Size-   100 x 151.5
 
3 Off-Street Parking Spaces at rear of property
 
Carriage House-Converted to 2 story Residence (behind main house)
1200 square foot
Ideal for office, studio or could be rented for $500+/month
 
Separate front and rear entrance/exit
Separate utilities except water
 
Great Room
Built-In Bar
Kitchen
Laundry Room
1 1/2 bath
2 Bedrooms-Large Walk-In Double Closets
3 Large Storage Closets
 
This home has so much character and way too many uniquities to list.  You really must see to appreciate...pictures just can't do justice.  It has all the qualities of living in one of the finest Victorian homes in St. Joseph but has been updated to allow for more modern means of living.  Some of these updates include new wiring, copper plumbing, etc. This home has been occupied by a family with small children so some cosmetic TLC may be necessary here and there.
 
Although updated, this home has been painstakingly preserved over the years and is move-in ready. 
 
 
For a snapshot history lesson about St. Joseph around the time this home was built please visit the following web address:
 
This historical compilation mentions the Wheeler & Motter Dry Goods Business located in St. Joseph, for whom this home was built. 
 
For more current information about St. Joseph please visit the following web addresses:
 

Sale Sign, Swinging

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Separate Carriage House Converted to Residence
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fish scale design on top all around
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close-up of hand etched detail
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Stained Glass on 1st Floor In Hallway
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Stained Glass Window on 2nd Floor Landing
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oak judge's panel wainscotting on main floor
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oak mantle with tile and decorative firebox
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oak fretwork, grand staircase and large stained glass window on landing between 1st & 2nd floor

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bench on main staircase
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Large Stained Glass Window between 1st & 2nd Floor
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Island with hand stenciled hardwood surround
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Thank You For Viewing Our Wonderful Home.  Please contact us at the above number if you need any further information.