When you think of apartment living, many things may spring to mind, ranging from ultra luxury high rises to cramped studios with little space. Avenir, a new development in University City, is looking to redefine that experience for St. Louis. The complex offers a unique combination of the luxury and amenities associated with urban living with the charm and freedom of suburban comfort. It’s the perfect fit for anyone looking to embrace sophisticated design and modern convenience while enjoying living in a vibrant, welcoming community.
The team behind Avenir is dedicated to bringing quality housing options to St. Louis. It is best known for developing and operating The Gatesworth family of senior living communities. While it is making the transition to apartments with this project, developer Zack Deutsch notes that the attention to detail and excellence The Gatesworth is known for will be evident at Avenir. “We are local, so we are long-term stakeholders in the St. Louis community,” he says. “This is where we live and work every day. We want to make sure our tenants have access to top-notch amenities, quick service and highly skilled maintenance, and we have the experience to make that a reality.”
The Avenir team’s familiarity with St. Louis means it was able to pick the ideal location for the project. The apartment complex is located in University City on Delmar Boulevard, just minutes from downtown Clayton and nestled near Ladue and Olivette. “The location is super convenient,” Deutsch notes. “There is easy highway access, and it’s just down the road from the new Costco development. The area has a charming neighborhood feel, but you can still get the excitement and convenience of the urban experience with dining, shopping and entertainment nearby.”
Avenir is located on six acres, offering a more resort-like feel than similar apartment developments, which try to fit the same amenities and number of units onto two or less acres. “We don’t want our residents to feel cramped,” Deutsch says. “We made the decision to make the building four stories tall, which is unusual in the surrounding area but allows for a more residential atmosphere. Our courtyard also is around three times the size of what is typically found, and it is completely open to the west, adding to the expansive feeling.” Other amenities at Avenir include a pool, pickleball and bocce ball courts, a dog park, a two-story lobby, a state-of-the art fitness center, and a game room, featuring billiards, shuffleboard and a community kitchen.
With plans for the complex to open soon, Avenir is offering tours to potential residents. One-, two- and three-bedroom units are available. “We have several size options, and they all have a variety of upscale finishes and are designed to maximize the use of space,” Deutsch explains. “While touring other apartment complexes for insight, we learned that often units can’t accommodate full-sized furniture. That’s something we wanted to address. We look forward to welcoming St. Louisans in all stages of life—whether it’s college students looking for their first apartment or retirees who want to downsize.”
Located in University City on Delmar Boulevard, Avenir offers elegant and sophisticated apartment living with luxury amenities and finishes. One-, two- and three-bedroom units are available. For more information or to schedule a tour, call 314.222.2334 or visit avenirstl.com.
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Pictured at top: Avenir offers brand new luxury apartments.
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