The building on 117 N. Main originally served as a jewelry store owned by R.F. Day. The middle building, 123 N. Main, was owned by Julius Meyenberg, who used it as a drug store. The 129 N. Main building was used as a dry goods store and was owned by Friedberger & Johnson. The drug store owned by Julius Meyenberg stayed in operation for 140 years. In 1944, when Julius, Jr., retired, the building was sold to Louis Schroeder and continued to operate as a drug store. Now the three buildings contain a catering hall and an art gallery and the third space located at 117 N. Main is available for lease.
Realtor's Description:
The VALLEJO BUILDING, originally built in the 1800's, is located on the West side of the Courthouse in Downtown La Grange and is NOW being OFFERED FOR SALE! After the owner's purchase of the property and extensive research into the history of the building, the renovations began with a deep desire to bring back the original splendor from years passed. The 100-year-old materials, still present in the building, were used for the wood ceilings, the floors, and the wood and brick walls throughout. There are several original interior doors that were used along with their original hardware and much more. The front of the building is easily recognized by the three green awnings that cover the downstairs entrances and the beautiful brick and stonework crafted so carefully to capture the original design of the building. Inside the downstairs spaces, there are several common walls with hidden archways which would allow for an easy transition into one large space if so desired. You can enter the second story through a door on the street level and take the stairs. The door at the top of the stairs will take you into the most STUNNING LOFT which words cannot describe. The loft's floor plan consists of three large rooms with multiple uses such as bedrooms, living room or dining room along with a custom bathroom and kitchen with a back door that leads out to a large outdoor patio for all of your entertaining... and... of course.....the Sunset, so you never have to miss it. There are 5 large windows in the front room of the loft where you can enjoy your own personal view of the Courthouse and all the Celebrations, Parades, and Events on the square. There is parking available in the front of the building and an alley in the back with entrances to each of the three spaces as well as stairs leading to the loft. The alley is a great place for any of your deliveries. This property includes the alley that allows you to exit onto Water Street. This is a ONE OF A KIND MASTERPIECE that you will not want to miss!