Italianate Historic Treasure: 1883 Landmark in Cape Girardeau, MO
Source: Circa Old Houses
Step into timeless elegance with this brick Italianate historic treasure at 826 Themis Street. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places and built in 1883, this magnificent Cape Girardeau residence has been lovingly preserved by only four owners across its storied history.
🏠 Property Overview & Quick Details
Offering 5,049 square feet of grand living space across three levels, this 1883 Italianate estate features 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, 7 original fireplaces, soaring 12-foot ceilings, and a private courtyard with a fountain.
| 💰 Price | $699,900 |
| 🆔 Property ID | 837961 |
| 🏛️ Architectural Style | 1883 Brick Italianate |
| 📅 Year Built | 1883 |
| 📐 Square Footage | 5,049 sq. ft. |
| 🌳 Lot Features | Corner Lot with Private Courtyard & Fountain |
| 🛏️ Bedrooms | 5 Bedrooms |
| 🛁 Bathrooms | 4 Bathrooms |
| 📍 Location | 826 Themis Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 |
✨ Double Parlors, Gourmet Kitchen & Historic Details
An elaborate front porch and original double doors welcome you to a grand foyer with a 3-story original staircase featuring a cherry newel post. The main level showcases 12-foot ceilings, 8-foot windows, a main-level office with built-ins, and a double parlor with matching marble fireplaces.
The modern kitchen is equipped with custom cherry cabinets, a pecan butler’s pantry, Viking gas cooktop, and Regency double oven, opening to a cozy den with a bay window and an iron spiral back staircase.
🛏️ Upper Level Quarters & Private Courtyard
The second level features 11-foot ceilings, a primary suite with a sitting area and ensuite bath, a captivating library with plaster cornices and a slate fireplace, plus second-floor laundry. The third floor offers two additional bedrooms and a full bath.
Outdoors, a 6-foot brick wall encloses a private courtyard complete with original wrought iron fencing, a central fountain, brick pathways, garden space, and a garden shed, accompanied by a full basement with a wine cellar area.
📍 Prime Cape Girardeau Location
For complete listing details, additional photo galleries, and inquiry information, visit the original property page at Circa Old Houses.
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