Historic Downtown Ste. Genevieve Commercial Building with Live/Work Potential Opportunity awaits in the heart of historic downtown Ste. Genevieve! Located just steps from the area’s beautiful historic church, museums, restaurants, shops, and other downtown attractions, this one-of-a-kind building offers over 5,000 square feet of space and an incredible combination of historic character, recent improvements, and flexible possibilities. Currently operating as an art gallery, the main floor offers a large, open floor plan with tall ceilings, refinished original hardwood floors, track lighting, ceiling fans, and a recently updated bathroom. The spacious rear portion of the building includes a workshop and office area, providing plenty of room for an artist, craftsman, retailer, studio, or other creative business. The upper levels open the door to an entirely different opportunity. The second floor was previously used as a residence and could easily be converted back into a comfortable living space, making this an ideal candidate for a live/work arrangement. Accessible by a large staircase with custom railings built and designed by a local artist, it features a full kitchen with an abundance of cabinet space and appliances, two full bathrooms, a laundry room with washer and dryer hookups, and two bedrooms with excellent natural light. The bedrooms feature large closets, built-in drawers, and beautiful decorative millwork. One bedroom also provides access to a balcony overlooking the intersection of Market and 3rd Street, with views toward the historic church, courthouse, and downtown murals. The main living area on the second floor showcases the building’s original 1876 hardwood floors, beautifully refinished and full of character. There is also a separate exterior entrance if a buyer wanted to completely separate the gallery from the residential space making it ideal for a possible short term rental. The third floor is currently used for storage and includes two additional rooms with temperature control. With the right vision, this space could potentially be converted into two additional bedrooms, studios, or offices. The building has also benefited from numerous significant recent improvements, including a new roof (installed in May 2026), tuckpointing, electrical and plumbing updates, new HVAC units, and the addition of an ADA-compliant ramp and bathroom—a particularly valuable and uncommon feature in a historic downtown building. Outside, the building has the historic charm you would expect from downtown Ste. Genevieve, including historic masonry, large windows, balconies, and a distinctive stainless steel entryway. Whether you’ve dreamed of opening your own art gallery, boutique, studio, shop, or creative business, or you’re looking for a unique live/work property in one of Missouri’s most historic communities, this property offers an opportunity that is truly hard to duplicate. Historic charm. Recent improvements. Incredible location. Endless possibilities. Come see what makes this downtown property so special!
