Fast Facts:
- City Population
353,000 - Metro Population
2.9 million
(18th-largest in the USA)
Transportation:
- MetroLink light-rail
(Red & Blue lines) - MetroBus
(multiple routes)
Major Industries:
- Aerospace
- Architecture
- Automotive
- Biotechnology
- Brewing
- Education
- Food & Beverage
- Finance
- Government
- Hospitality
- Manufacturing
- Medicine
- Pharmaceuticals
- Research
- Transportation
St. Louis, MO
St. Louis Cardinals - Busch Stadium
Neighborhoods
- Downtown / Soulard
- Midtown / Central West End
- Clayton / Brentwood / Richmond Heights
- Creve Coeur / Maryland Heights / West Port
- Des Peres / Town & Country / Chesterfield
- Kirkwood / Webster Groves / Glendale
- South County
- North County
- St. Charles County
- Metro East (Illinois)
ST. LOUIS CITY
Downtown / Soulard
ST. LOUIS CITY
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As the entertainment and employment center of the region, downtown St. Louis is an exciting place to live, work and play. From a contemporary loft in the Washington Avenue Garment District to that deluxe apartment in the sky overlooking the majestic Gateway Arch, this exciting part of the city beckons the urbanite in you!
Major Attractions:
- Gateway Arch
- Old Cathedral
- Old Courthouse
- City Museum
- CityGarden
- Busch Stadium (MLB Cardinals)
- Edward Jones Dome (NFL Rams)
- Scottrade Center (NHL Blues)
- Roberts Orpheum Theatre
- America’s Center
- Union Station
- Soulard Market
- Lumiere Place Casino
Midtown / Central West End
Central West End
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This cosmopolitan section of the city is the cultural and educational heart of St. Louis, located adjacent to beautiful Forest Park. High-rise apartment buildings, historic mansions and charming rowhouses blend with sidewalk cafes, boutiques and nightlife on the streets of this sought-after urban neighborhood.
Major Attractions:
- Delmar Loop (nearby in University City)
- Forest Park
- Fox Theatre
- St. Louis Symphony Orchestra
- Sheldon Concert Hall
- Saint Louis Zoo
- Saint Louis Art Museum
- Saint Louis Science Center
- Missouri History Museum
- Muny Opera Theatre
- Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis
- Missouri Botanical Garden
ST. LOUIS COUNTY
Clayton / Brentwood / Richmond Heights
Clayton
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These dynamic suburbs are home to some of the region’s largest companies and desirable neighborhoods. Clayton is the county seat and employment hub of St. Louis County, and features beautiful tree-lined neighborhoods, fine dining and upscale shopping. Brentwood and Richmond Heights are retail and commercial centers with convenient transit and highway access. A variety of housing options can be found throughout these areas.
Major Attractions:
Creve Coeur / Maryland Heights / Westport
These rapidly growing centers of commerce are becoming increasingly attractive locations for expanding businesses and relocating residents. Easy highway and airport access, affordable housing and good public schools make these suburban communities highly desirable.
Major Attractions:
Des Peres / Town & Country / Chesterfield
Situated along the busy Highway 40/I-64 corridor in West St. Louis County, these attractive suburbs feature beautiful neighborhoods, numerous office parks and bustling shopping malls. Outstanding public and private school options abound in each of these communities.
Major Attractions:
- Faust Park
- Butterfly House
- American Kennel Club Museum
- Chesterfield Mall
- West County Mall
- Missouri Baptist Medical Center
Kirkwood / Webster Groves / Glendale
These historic suburbs have long been known for their charm, community pride, nationally recognized schools, vibrant business community and passionate residents.
Major Attractions:
- Magic House
- Loretto-Hilton Performing Arts Center
- Museum of Transportion
- Opera Theatre of Saint Louis
- Stages St. Louis
- Webster University
South County
The family friendly south suburbs feature many leafy subdivisions and plenty of shopping and services. Interstates 44, 55 and 255 allow convenient access to employment centers throughout the metro area.
Major Attractions:
- Crestwood Plaza
- South County Mall
- Laumeier Sculpture Park
- Grant’s Farm
North County
The northern portion of St. Louis County contains a large share of the region’s transportation infrastructure, employment and industry.
Major Attractions:
- St. Louis Mills
- Jamestown Mall
- Northwest Plaza
- Lambert Airport
St. Charles County
One of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, St. Charles County is home to sprawling suburban communities and a variety of shopping, services and amenities.
Major Attractions:
- St. Charles Convention Center
- Ameristar Casino
- Family Arena
- Katy Trail State Park
- Lewis & Clark Boat House & Nature Center
- St. Peters Rec-Plex
- First Missouri State Capitol
- Mid-Rivers Mall
Metro East (Illinois)
The fast-growing Metro East has a number of interesting cities, towns and suburban communities with easy access to major expressways and public transit.
Major Attractions:
- Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site
- Raging Rivers Water Park
- Gateway International Raceway
- St. Clair Square Mall
- Carlyle Lake
- Casino Queen
