from the homeowner | The 1912 Craftsman-style home means so much to owner Robin Neun that she wishes she could move it to Georgia with her. “The house has been a wonderful place to live, and I’ll be very sad to leave it behind,” she says. “I bought it in 2006 after falling in love with it, then spent nearly five years renovating and adding on. The home really has come a long way! And I love the neighborhood—it’s the perfect area to raise a family.”

What improvements have you made?
I put a major addition on the back to create a new kitchen and master suite. The project included new wiring, plumbing, roof and windows. The deck is new, too.

Were you able to preserve the home’s character?
Yes, that was important to me. I tried to keep the woodwork consistent and refinished the original casings around the doors and windows. I also kept the molding and trim the same.

Have you done a lot of entertaining?
I have had many guests here, especially during the holidays. July 4th is a big deal in this neighborhood, and there are lots of yard and porch parties. The wraparound porch is perfect for that, and you can see the local fireworks easily from our deck.

Describe the neighborhood.
It’s very convenient, safe and diverse, and the neighbors are great. It’s such a family-oriented environment with a recreation center, swimming pool, schools and other features close by. You can walk to almost anything you need, and it’s a good neighborhood for walkers and joggers. It is a very comfortable place for a young family.

What is the outdoor space like?
I’ve done all of the landscaping on the nearly half-acre lot—plenty of plants and flowers! Two years ago, I won the Garden of the Month award from the Webster Groves Garden Club. The neighborhood also has plenty of green space and mature trees, including 400-year-old oaks.

What would you say to the next owner?
You really can get attached to an older home like this because it has so much heart and soul! I hope the new owner truly appreciates it and makes as many great memories in it as I have.

from the agent
“The most striking thing about the home is its covered, wraparound porch. It’s a great place to relax and entertain.”

listing price | $675,000
listing agent | Sally Harris
agency | Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Select Properties

Photos by Joel Marion Photography