There are many notable neighborhoods in the City of St. Louis.  The vibrant and diverse Central West End is a truly cosmopolitan community where elegant homes, small businesses, and eateries line the tree-shaded streets.  Creating a warm medley of atmospheres reminiscent of Europe and New York as well as vintage St. Louis, the neighborhood features trendy boutiques, cozy pubs, antique shops, and charming sidewalk cafes.  Adjacent to the commercial district are tree-shaded private streets lines by large, stately homes including the boyhood home of playwright Tennessee Williams.  The breathtaking Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis and the world's largest collection of mosaic art is another neighborhood anchor. The Central West End is conveniently located to the west of Midtown along St. Louis' central corridor and bordered by Delmar Blvd. and Highway 40.  This lively neighborhood enjoys a location in close proximity to the city's intimate entertainment venues and premier regional attractions.

Diversity is the hallmark of the Grand South Grand neighborhood bringing an international flavor into the St. Louis cityscape.  The relatively compact six-block area known as Grand South Grand offers an eclectic commercial district that brings together wonderful Vietnamese, Thai, and Chinese restaurants as well as ethnic grocery stores, unique boutiques, vintage clothing stores, and Asian import centers.  The spectacular Tower Grove Park borders the neighborhood, offering whimsical pavilions, statuary, fountains, and replicas of the classical ruins to create an idyllic Victorian Walking Park.  Neighboring the park is the acclaimed Missouri Botanical Garden with its premier research and educational programs.

The Hill area has been described as "America's other Little Italy." Residents have carried on the rich traditions of the Italian immigrants who first settled the area in the 1900's.  Even the fireplugs that form a colorful neighborhood boundary showcase the green, white, and red colors of Italy.  The neighborhood's warm and welcoming feeling is enhanced by tidy yards and small but well-kept homes.  Elegant gourmet Italian restaurants, trattorias, Italian grocery stores, shops, pubs, and clubs are intermingled throughout the close-knit neighborhood. 

The Holy Hills area is knows as a quiet, primarily residential community located just north of Carondelet park in south St. Louis.  Delightfully accented by hundreds of towering sycamore trees planted here in the 1920's, each street creates a shady, tree-lined oasis for beautiful homes.  Housing primarily consists of immaculate redbrick bungalows and elegant mansions as well as family-sized homes on comfortable city-sized lots.  The highlight of this gracious neighborhood is Carondelet Park, a peaceful retreat brimming with wooded knolls and dramatic ravines.  Local residents mingle with visitors as they enjoy the recreational opportunities in the park from winter sports to boating, fishing, and hiking.

Many glowing adjectives can be applied to beautiful Lafayette Square, distinguished as the oldest and one of the most picturesque of the city's quaint historic districts.  This vintage neighborhood is lined with elegant mansions, townhouses and rowhomes constructed in architectural styles that were fashionable from the Civil War through the 1900's.  The undisputed jewel of the neighborhood is 30-acre Lafayette Park, the oldest park west of the Mississippi.  A pristine backdrop to eh neighborhoods 375 stately Victorian homes, the park gives residents an opportunity to stroll beneath towering trees and relax in a lush and peaceful atmosphere.

The Soulard neighborhood is known for its brick sidewalks and 19th-century architectural treasures.  New residents are drawn to this area by the distinguished redbrick Federal-style rowhouses and Italianate style houses that were popular in the Victorian era of Saint Louis City.  Locals enjoy relaxing and socializing in the many parks, walled gardens, nearby cafes, and specialty stores.  Dozens of merchants line the Cherokee Street antique row with treasure-laden shops.  Each weekend, visitors flock to the Soulard Farmers' Market to purchase an array of fresh produce.  This colorful neighborhood comes alive several times a year with festive outdoor celebrations including the nation's second largest Mardi Gras fesitval.  The neighborhood is known for offering America's greatest root music and world-famous St. Louis Blues.

RE/MAX Properties West Community Specialists:

		Mary Krummenacher	Judy Korn