Designer apartments, retail spaces coming to historic Felix Street building

ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- A piece of Downtown St. Joseph’s history is getting a modern makeover.

The city’s first designer apartments and retail spaces are set to open soon at 716-718 Felix Street, across from Coleman Hawkins Park in Downtown.

Developed by Juniper Lane and Fox Creek Design LLC, the project is transforming a 150-year-old building into a blend of high-end residential living and retail opportunity. The redevelopment will preserve much of the building’s historic character, while adding modern design elements and upscale finishes.

“This building has been vacant my whole life. We could use some more retail spaces just to bring people Downtown and get people shopping,” Jamie Donaldson, a developer, said.

Once complete, the space will feature eight luxury apartments on the upper floors and retail suites on the street level, bringing new energy and investment to the area of town.

Developers said the goal is to create a destination supporting both stylish, urban living and the growth of small businesses in the city's historic core.

“It’s right on the square to get more traction...," Donaldson said. "And also have some more housing available for people Downtown.”

Construction is well underway on the long-standing property. Retail spaces are currently being preleased and preleasing for the apartment spaces will begin in the spring.

The estimated cost for a unit is $1,975 a month. Leasing terms are flexible and a free rent promotion is offered with an early lease agreement. For more information or to apply call 816-617-8797.

The team hopes the mix of retail and residential will not only bring new life to Felix Street but also inspire others to invest in Downtown.