🧡 Living Local: Discover the Soul of Benton Park

Featuring 1951 Arsenal St.

If you’ve ever taken an afternoon stroll down Arsenal Street, you know the feeling — the kind of Old St. Louis charm that hits you the moment you pass those red-brick façades, wrought-iron fences, rolling hills and lakesand the smell of coffee drifting from a nearby corner café.
That’s what life at 1951 Arsenal Street is all about — being part of a neighborhood where every block tells a story.


🍃 Welcome to Benton Park — A Hidden Gem with a Soul

Benton Park isn’t just one of the oldest neighborhoods in St. Louis — it’s one of the most beloved. Tucked between Soulard and Tower Grove East, this community has that rare mix of historic beauty, creative energy, and small-town friendliness that makes people stay for decades.

You’ll find artists restoring century-old homes, young professionals walking dogs past the park pond, and neighbors chatting on stoops with cold iced tea in hand. Benton Park has a way of slowing life down — without ever feeling boring.

The centerpiece, of course, is Benton Park itself — a lush green escape dating back to the 1860s, where ducks gather on the lake and joggers circle under the shade of mature trees. The park is also home to community picnics, concerts, and that Sunday-morning peace that money can’t buy.

Benton Park isn’t the kind of neighborhood you just move into — it’s one you become a part of.


☕ A Neighborhood Built on Flavor and Community

One of the best parts about living at 1951 Arsenal St. is how walkable it is. You can grab breakfast at Benton Park Café, some world famous fried chicken at Hodak’s, or enjoy happy hour on the patio at Venice Café — all without ever getting in the car.

Just a few blocks away, you’ll find the legendary Blue’s City Deli, known for its live music and line-out-the-door sandwiches. And if you love vintage shopping or local art, the Cherokee Street Arts District is a short walk or bike ride away.

From Benton Park Concert Series, to the labor day Gateway Cup criterium cycling race, its craft breweries, farmers markets, dog parks and cozy brunch spots, this pocket of the city gives you all the culture of urban living — without losing that friendly, front-porch neighborhood feeling.


🏠 A Home That Reflects Its Neighborhood’s Character

Step inside 1951 Arsenal Street, and you’ll feel that same blend of old soul meets modern life.
This home tells its story through exposed brick, tall ceilings, and carefully restored historic woodwork — all paired with today’s comforts: an open kitchen, spa-style bathrooms, and light-filled living spaces that flow seamlessly.

It’s the kind of home that makes entertaining easy, that feels warm in winter and airy in summer, that perfectly mirrors the personality of the neighborhood itself — rooted, elegant, and quietly confident.


🚶‍♀️ Why People Fall in Love with Benton Park

Benton Park isn’t the kind of neighborhood you just move into — it’s one you become a part of.
It’s where you can walk your dog past 19th-century row houses, meet friends at a neighborhood bar where everyone knows your name, or spend a lazy Sunday morning on your porch watching the city wake up.

Here, you’ll see families planting flowers, neighbors sharing tools, and the same faces at the corner bakery every weekend. It’s community at its best — authentic, connected, and real.

If you’re looking for a home that gives you character, convenience, and connection, 1951 Arsenal St. and Benton Park offer all three.

❤️ Presented by the Chris and Lisa Grus Team

At The Chris and Lisa Grus Team, we don’t just sell homes — we live and breathe St. Louis neighborhoods. From Soulard to Tower Grove, we believe every home has a story worth telling, and this one’s ready for its next chapter.

📍 1951 Arsenal Street, St. Louis, MO 63118
Listed by The Chris and Lisa Grus Team — Premier Realty Exclusive | eXp Realty

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