Invest in the heart of it all, The Villas On The Hill
These days onlookers often slow their cars to take in the beautiful and new construction in the 5200 block of Shaw Avenue. Instead of the typical ‘shotgun’ homes the area is known for 4 new villas stretch skyward with a rich brick facade that ‘dresses up’ the block. The Villas are the brainchild of native son and restauranteur Charles Gitto, J
r. ,who’s family has lived on the hill for 3 generations. Gitto has owned the 4 lots across the street from the restaurant for decades, late last year he decided to re-invest in the city and neighborhood that’s been “so good to him.”
So the “Villas on the Hill” was born, today the project is generating praise region wide. Chris Saracino, president of the Hill Neighborhood Association says he loves the upscale vibe the villas bring to the area. ‘The Hill’ has been undergoing a renaissance with luxury apartments and some new homes are being built near the delis and bakeries the area is known for - the Villas on the Hill are unique because they come standard with wood floors, granite, GE Profile appliances, 10 foot ceilings, and Kohler fixtures - all things that builders commonly charge extra for come standard in these homes. Plus a 2 car oversized garage (a rarity in the the city.) When asked who the target buyer would be for the villas? Gitto answers “anyone who wants to live in a walkable and thriving neighborhood with great food and history.” The homes are steps away from the dozens of restaurants, coffee shops and bakeries that make The Hill St. Louis’ most Livable Neighborhood. All this within just minutes of Forest Park, Grand Center, Busch Stadium, Washington University, and St. Louis University. Another plus here: the homes are tax-abated for 5 years - a perk for new construction in the city of St. The villas are priced from 450’s to 460’s and offer 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, plus a detached, 2 car garage. The homes are available for purchase now with a target completion date of late April 2018 for the first of the 4 homes. There is still time to choose from the wood, granite, and other finishes being offered in each home.
