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Historic living in Old Town Saint Charles
First founded in 1769 and named Les Petites Côtes, translated to The Little Hills, by French fur traders, history is very much alive in Old Town St. Charles. Steps from the Missouri River, restaurants, taverns and small stores can all be found in repurposed buildings lining Main Street. Known for its nightlife, the clop of hoofs can often be heard bouncing off bumpy brick streets as horse-drawn carriages pass foot traffic headed to local dinner spots and ice cream parlors by the glow of gas streetlights. Thanks to the infusion of modern shopping, dining and entertainment options into the community’s storied streets continue to see an influx of new residents. "St. Charles is really booming these days," says Steve Roth, a local resident and Realtor with MO Realty. "People love the nightlife and beautiful scenery with the river right there, I think it'll only continue to grow."
Old Town Saint Charles is a vibrant community bursting with history.
The historic brick homes come in a variety of flavors throughout Old Town Saint Charles.
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Walk to local shops on Main Street
One anchor for the community is Tony’s on Main. Tin ceiling tiles and exposed brick hint at the building’s vintage character, but it houses a casual, modern bar and grill where locals and visitors alike can sit at high-top tables and chow on pizza or pasta. Lewis & Clark's Restaurant offers an American menu of burgers, steak and seafood, coupled with an outdoor view of Main Street from the third-floor patio. Shoppers can look through boutique clothing stores like Abigail's Apparel and Jake's on Main, or stop for a snack from cafes like Picasso's Coffee and Grandma's Cookies, a local bakery selling seasonal creations and freshly-made goods. West of Main Street, St. Charles is also full of supermarkets and big-box stores, from Schnucks Fresh Food to Walmart, keeping errands close and convenient. Hollywood Casino is located just across the river from Old Town St. Charles with a hotel, restaurants and frequent concerts hosted in its 20,000-seat amphitheater, according to eXp Realty agent and St. Charles resident Brenda Souter.
Find your new favorite scent at Fig & Sparrow in Old Town Saint Charles.
Jake's on Main has just expanded to fill the needs of Old Town Saint Charles customers
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A mix of historic and suburban housing
Homes in Old Town St. Charles follow the area’s long history, ranging from white-columned Greek Revival properties built near Main Street more than 150 years ago to traditional, vinyl-sided houses constructed in recent decades. Near Old Town, properties tend to be more historic, dating through the midcentury and often sitting on narrow lots. Closer to the west side of the community, tree-lined residential streets and comfortable quarter-acre backyards become the norm. Smaller cottage homes from the early 1900s can be found from about $100,000 to $200,000, though most properties sell from about $250,000 to $500,000. It's a tight market, with homes rarely coming up for sale and selling quickly when they do," Souter says. "Though this makes Old Town St. Charles a competitive housing market, homes tend to maintain their value.
Residents in Old Town Saint Charles keep their homes painted with pops of bright color.
Large traditional homes are popping up in the newer subdivisions of Old Town Saint Charles.
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St. Charles public schools in the area
George M. Null Elementary teaches kindergarten through fourth grade, earns a B on Niche, and its campus and gymnasium are being renovated. Jefferson Intermediate scores a B and offers fifth and sixth grades. Students can progress to Hardin Middle School, which gets an A-minus from Niche and offers extracurriculars for high-tech hobbies like esports and analog interests like board games. St. Charles High School rates as a B on Niche and offers electives including civil engineering architecture or sports and entertainment marketing.
Hardin Middle School is dedicated to providing exceptional education to their students.
Jefferson Intermediate School is the home of the Warriors.
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Heading outdoors along the Missouri River
Just a block east of Main Street, Frontier Park offers a peaceful respite from busy city life. Green lawns and shady trees invite locals to relax outside, with the Missouri River providing fishing opportunities and scenic views. Those who want to get out on the river can use the park's public access boat ramp. A statue of Lewis and Clark also commemorates this location as the last stop in the famous duo's journey before setting out to explore the Louisiana Purchase territory in 1804. Running right along Riverside Drive, the 240-mile-long Katy Trail is a gravel path that follows the river through several of the region's parks, creating a scenic backdrop for running, biking or birdwatching. Kids may prefer Jaycee Park, which has a playground designed for children of all abilities to dash across its bridges, slip down its slides and bang on its musical instruments. On snow days, the hills in the park's west end becomes a popular sledding spot.
Use the boat ramp in Old Town Saint Charles to access the Missouri River and fish the banks.
Enjoy time along the Missouri River in Old Town Saint Charles.
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Community events at Frontier Park
Old Town St. Charles is a local destination for community events, with family-friendly activities and live music planned throughout the year. In August, Main Street closes down to welcome the Festival of the Little Hills — an arts and crafts festival with more than 300 local vendors selling handmade items. The stage and vast lawns of Frontier Park host live music all weekend long while families watch magic shows or let their kids loose in the bouncy house. September brings Oktoberfest to town-along with beer, brats and the Wiener Dog Derby. Legends & Lanterns celebrates the Halloween season in October. Residents can see businesses decorated with Jack-O-Lanterns during the Pumpkin Glow, or ponder ghosts and ghouls while walking along the Haunted History Trail.
Local acts perform on the main stage at Riverfest.
Root on your favorite dog during the Weiner Takes All race at Oktoberfest in Old Town.
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Getting around Old Town St. Charles
While the gridded, sidewalk-lined streets of Old Town St. Charles make it easy to walk or bike around, a car is necessary to get beyond the immediate area. Interstate 70 forms the southern border of the neighborhood and is the fastest way to get to Downtown St. Louis, which is about 24 miles across the Missouri River. "It's nothing to drive about 30 to 40 minutes to work somewhere in the St. Louis area," Roth says. Commuters can also expect to encounter traffic during rush hour. St. Louis Lambert International Airport is also on the way to downtown, located just 10 miles east of Old Town Saint Charles. Barnes-Jewish St. Peters Hospital, is the closest medical facility and 6 miles west via I-70.
Old Town Saint Charles is on the boarder of the bustle of St. Charles county and open farmland.
Frontier Park is home to the decommissioned railroad and rail cars.
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Parks in this Area
Fountain Lake Skate Park
Blanchette Park
Jaycee Park
Schneider/Kiwanis Park
Boone's Lick Park
McNair Park
Schneider/Kiwanis Park
Ed Bales Park Area
Dusable Park
Transit
Airport
St Louis Lambert International
21 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Old Town Saint Charles
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old Town Saint Charles, Saint Charles sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Old Town Saint Charles, Saint Charles over the last 12 months is $327,420, down 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
44,342
Median Age
40
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,898
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,103
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.5%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.1%
Advanced Degrees
13.5%
% Population in Labor Force
67%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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