East Carondelet, IL Houses for Sale

East Carondelet, platted in 1872, is primarily a residential neighborhood with a unique geography due to the Village of Dupo cutting through its center. This layout provides residents with easy access to Dupo’s amenities while maintaining a distinct community feel. The neighborhood features a range of housing types, including cottages, bungalows, and mobile homes, with homes typically clustered along State Street and Water Street. Properties vary in size, with lots starting around a quarter of an acre and home sizes generally under 1,500 square feet. The western half of the neighborhood has more spread-out homes on larger plots of land. Public transportation is limited, but the #3 bus on Water Street serves the western half. Residents on State Street should be aware of potential delays due to a nearby railroad yard. The regional St. Louis Downtown Airport is within 10 miles, and St. Louis Lambert International Airport is within 25 miles. While there are no shopping or dining options within East Carondelet itself, nearby Dupo offers a few restaurants, and Cahokia has grocery stores like Schnucks. For more extensive options, downtown St. Louis is 10 to 15 miles away. George Price Memorial Community Park provides a walking track and playground, and Dupo Community Park offers additional amenities such as ball fields and a seasonal splash pad. The East Carondelet Community Center hosts various events, including an annual fish fry and monthly wrestling matches by the Southern Illinois Championship Wrestling. The neighborhood is served by Dupo Community Unit School District No. 196, which includes Bluffview Elementary, Dupo Junior High, and Dupo High School.