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Pope Leo XIV’s former church and home hits market for $1.8M

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Pope Leo XIV’s former church and home hits market for $1.8M

A church where Pope Leo lived and studied is on the market for $1.8 million.

The Pope, formerly known as Robert Prevost, studied at the Immaculate Conception Church, St Louis, Missouri, between 1977 and 1978.

The church hasn’t been used for worship in nearly 20 years and is now on the market for $1.8 million.

Immaculate Conception Church in St. Louis, Missouri, where Pope Leo XIV studied.

The Immaculate Conception Church in St Louis, Missouri, where Pope Leo XIV once studied, is on the market. Metrospect Media / SWNS

Pope Leo XIV speaking into a microphone while holding papers.

The pontiff, formerly known as Robert Prevost, studied at the church between 1977 and 1978. Getty Images

The interior of Immaculate Conception Church in St. Louis, Missouri, a former residence of Pope Leo XIV, featuring arched ceilings, stained-glass windows, and scaffolding for renovation.

The church was purchased by the Compton Heights Concert Band and used for concerts and rehearsals after it closed. Metrospect Media / SWNS

The interior of Immaculate Conception Church, St Louis, Missouri, showing decorative stained glass windows and ornate architectural details.

The church features rose windows and high ceilings. Metrospect Media / SWNS

Immaculate Conception Church, St Louis, Missouri.

The church can seat over 500 people and be utilized as an event venue, restaurant or a creative space. Metrospect Media / SWNS

The rectory where Pope Leo XIV stayed, featuring a stone fireplace and hardwood floors.

The adjacent rectory where the pontiff stayed is also included in the sale. Metrospect Media / SWNS

After its closure, the church was purchased by the Compton Heights Concert Band, used for concerts and rehearsals.

Built in 1890, the church was designed by Barnett, Haynes & Barnett, creators of the Cathedral Basilica.

Along with its rose windows and soaring ceilings, the church has seating for over 500 and could be turned into an event venue, restaurant or a creative space.

The adjacent rectory where Pope Leo XIV stayed during his time at Immaculate Conception Church is also included in the sale.

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