Just relocated back to St. Louis from Atlanta. In Gwinnett Country (really anywhere near Fulton County) everything is still 35-45 mins away. Kids’ school was on 8 miles away, 35 min drive. We ultimately left because of the home prices. Made me appreciate St. Louis more. 😂.
Adding on to the culture point, we have a great energy. There have been multiple bands like Breaking Benjamin and Korn that say St.Louis is there favorite city to play in due to how lovely we can be. Which compared to concerts I went to in Chicago and Colorado I say is a fair assessment. As someone who is a nerd there are also a lot of cheap game stores and fun movie bars which helps you meet other people in the community. (Shout out to Bodachs, Tater Tots, and Arkadin!)
I take Amtrak trips to Chicago from STL pretty regularly. Being able to experience Chicago without the prices of living in Chicago is pretty amazing. I just wish STL had competent leadership. Decades of population loss is just embarrassing.
St. Louis is really great, I hope you visit and consider us. You just have to choose your spots based on what kind of house and neighborhood you like - there are tons of differences. This is probably the most open minded realty group to help you find a great place.
A couple of other benefits. Outstanding healthcare in the region. This is a bit more of a niche, but this is a good region for bicyclist. If you want pedestrian only trails for recreational riding, varied mountain bike trails, opportunities for gravel riding, after work or weekend morning group road rides, opportunities for century rides or fully-supported sponsored rides … we have them.
Such good points!! The part about being good for cyclists is a really good part. There's so many outdoor trails and plenty of them are fantastic for biking
Great job! You are an excellent ambassador for our town. And to you out-of-towners wondering how accurate and unbiased his informational videos are: as a lifelong St. Louisan in my 60's, I would say he is very realistic, perhaps even characteristically humble. We are not currently in the market to downsize, but when we are, we'll be calling his team for a listing presentation.
Thank you so much for the kind feedback! I'm very glad you like the content, and we'd love to work with you whenever you're ready! Are there any types of videos you'd like to see more of on this channel?
@@LivingStLouis actually, as a local I would be interested in an explanation of the most active builders, how long in business, where headquartered, relative strengths, etc. but I guess that is somewhat moot since about 90% of the new home purchase decision is location....but since you asked.
This was a solid and honest assessment of Saint Louis. Yes, Saint Louis has its bad parts, but it's easy to forget that it has many positives. With some common sense, Saint Louis can be a great place to live for anyone. And the low price of living is no joke. Food & housing--you can easily live there for a FOURTH of what you'd pay in New York for example.
Visited several times and had a great time. Excellent restaurants, a great zoo, a good musical and theatrical scene. Was told the crime can be bad, but wasn't exposed to that.
I've lived in St. Louis my entire life. I've had a guy randomly attack me outside a Steak N Shake and almost kill my friend. I've had situations where homeless people wont leave you alone unless you give them money in areas where you're supposed to be able to go out like Cherokee St, The Grove, or Washington Ave. I've had homeless people run, yes run, from 2-3 blocks away to try and panhandle me for money while out. You have to take you and your woman and hurry inside somewhere to escape. I've had my car blocked into a parking lot in Soulard (again supposed to be a nicer area) by a group of random people while a moronic worker at a bar got attacked by one of them. Had to convince a friend to leave. I've also had to get rid of friends for random acts of violence towards people. If you're from out of town and you're thinking of St. Louis, ABSOLUTELY do NOT live in downtown St. Louis. There is not a St. Louisan you will meet with a decent paying job that would influence you to do that. You need to live around 15 minutes, or more, outside. All these "St Louis is great" videos are from people not from here.
Yess! Keep in mind the amenities that are important to you and base your search around the buildings that fit (e.g secure parking either included or available for an additional fee, pet areas, gym, lounge, pool, business center)
Yes I believe they still host the ball & parade every year. It's controversial and I think at one point they were trying to rebrand it, but I don't know if it happened
How do you bring up the many industries in STL and absolutely flop on mentioning supply chain - astounding. The sheer amount of trucking, DCs, trains/station, logistic companies is wild because "logistically" STL is the center of the US.
I can't even fathom being able to buy a house for 200k, here in Toronto the average cost of a house is.over a million... Any big city will have its share of crime etc but didnt St louis top the list as the most dangerous city in the US? I remember the murder rate being way higher than average..i guess that as something to do with the iexpensive housing lol?
You cant do anything in Saint Louis City without the risk of you car being broken into. Doesn't matter where., in broad day light. In front of police camera's. Its a gamble everytime and only getting worse
there is dysfunction everywhere, it is the human condition -- and gets most of the news coverage. I just meant that overall, as a metro region, I actually feel very fortunate to call St. Louis home.
Nice overview. Love Imos Pizza and White Castles. Yeah, maybe not healthy, but good. The best French fries I ever had were at Olearys, but unfortunately, they are gone. Lots of neighborhoods and things to do! 🌷🌿
1. St Louis is full of broken down charm. 2. St Louis Pizza is nasty made with provel cheese which is almost like Velveeta. 3. Is a typical Democrat run City, overrun with crime and gun violence. 4. No rush hour in St Louis City because everybody has moved to the suburbs or moved to another state. 5. Once you flee St Louis, Missouri as a state is very pretty and lush. Coming back to St Louis you immediately feel disappointment and regret.
Have you spent much time in any other major city or metropolitan area? I've been to most of the top MSA over the years and I've found that they've all had: 1: JoAnn Fabrics, 2: crime/run down areas.
I lived lots of other places and I think you are incorrect, but everyone has an opinion. That is ok. I love it though and enjoy STL much more than the other cities where I have lived. You have to take STL with a glass half full attitude as there are problems, but they are not insurmountable.
🔔🏠If you're moving to St. Louis, read our FULL GUIDE here: thestlrealtors.com/moving-to-st-louis-mo/
Just relocated back to St. Louis from Atlanta. In Gwinnett Country (really anywhere near Fulton County) everything is still 35-45 mins away. Kids’ school was on 8 miles away, 35 min drive. We ultimately left because of the home prices. Made me appreciate St. Louis more. 😂.
Adding on to the culture point, we have a great energy. There have been multiple bands like Breaking Benjamin and Korn that say St.Louis is there favorite city to play in due to how lovely we can be. Which compared to concerts I went to in Chicago and Colorado I say is a fair assessment. As someone who is a nerd there are also a lot of cheap game stores and fun movie bars which helps you meet other people in the community. (Shout out to Bodachs, Tater Tots, and Arkadin!)
I take Amtrak trips to Chicago from STL pretty regularly. Being able to experience Chicago without the prices of living in Chicago is pretty amazing. I just wish STL had competent leadership. Decades of population loss is just embarrassing.
Thanks for the great videos on St Louis. I am moving out of the west coast next year and St Louis is looking better and better.
St. Louis is really great, I hope you visit and consider us. You just have to choose your spots based on what kind of house and neighborhood you like - there are tons of differences. This is probably the most open minded realty group to help you find a great place.
Just remember why you left and don't make the same mistakes AGAIN. Please don't lie to yourself.
Moving to at Louis you better get street smart fast and don’t ever drive through north metro at night.
I’m one of the issues in St Louis. I love it here
What do you mean you're one of the issues haha
@@LivingStLouis don’t tell anyone. I litter (jk I pick up litter)
A couple of other benefits.
Outstanding healthcare in the region.
This is a bit more of a niche, but this is a good region for bicyclist. If you want pedestrian only trails for recreational riding, varied mountain bike trails, opportunities for gravel riding, after work or weekend morning group road rides, opportunities for century rides or fully-supported sponsored rides … we have them.
Such good points!! The part about being good for cyclists is a really good part. There's so many outdoor trails and plenty of them are fantastic for biking
Great job! You are an excellent ambassador for our town. And to you out-of-towners wondering how accurate and unbiased his informational videos are: as a lifelong St. Louisan in my 60's, I would say he is very realistic, perhaps even characteristically humble. We are not currently in the market to downsize, but when we are, we'll be calling his team for a listing presentation.
Thank you so much for the kind feedback! I'm very glad you like the content, and we'd love to work with you whenever you're ready! Are there any types of videos you'd like to see more of on this channel?
@@LivingStLouis actually, as a local I would be interested in an explanation of the most active builders, how long in business, where headquartered, relative strengths, etc. but I guess that is somewhat moot since about 90% of the new home purchase decision is location....but since you asked.
This was a solid and honest assessment of Saint Louis. Yes, Saint Louis has its bad parts, but it's easy to forget that it has many positives. With some common sense, Saint Louis can be a great place to live for anyone. And the low price of living is no joke. Food & housing--you can easily live there for a FOURTH of what you'd pay in New York for example.
Union Loafers… makes great pizza!…and Bagels..
Yes it's so good!
Visited several times and had a great time. Excellent restaurants, a great zoo, a good musical and theatrical scene. Was told the crime can be bad, but wasn't exposed to that.
I'm so glad you had a great experience here!!
I've lived in St. Louis my entire life. I've had a guy randomly attack me outside a Steak N Shake and almost kill my friend. I've had situations where homeless people wont leave you alone unless you give them money in areas where you're supposed to be able to go out like Cherokee St, The Grove, or Washington Ave. I've had homeless people run, yes run, from 2-3 blocks away to try and panhandle me for money while out. You have to take you and your woman and hurry inside somewhere to escape. I've had my car blocked into a parking lot in Soulard (again supposed to be a nicer area) by a group of random people while a moronic worker at a bar got attacked by one of them. Had to convince a friend to leave. I've also had to get rid of friends for random acts of violence towards people. If you're from out of town and you're thinking of St. Louis, ABSOLUTELY do NOT live in downtown St. Louis. There is not a St. Louisan you will meet with a decent paying job that would influence you to do that. You need to live around 15 minutes, or more, outside. All these "St Louis is great" videos are from people not from here.
Solid insight 💯💯😊
Thanks Hardy!
might be moving to st louis next year so i’m trying to psych myself up now :)) any thoughts on or things to consider about renting a luxury apartment?
Yess! Keep in mind the amenities that are important to you and base your search around the buildings that fit (e.g secure parking either included or available for an additional fee, pet areas, gym, lounge, pool, business center)
I love St Louis for the cultural venues, food, and music !❤
Missouri should trade most of STL to the People’s Republic of Chicago in exchange for southern Illinois. Win win.
Hahaha oh boy
Does St.L still have the Veiled Prophet Ball? And the parade? I remember this from years ago.
Yes I believe they still host the ball & parade every year. It's controversial and I think at one point they were trying to rebrand it, but I don't know if it happened
So you think the housing prices will ever go down?
I'd say not substantially, I think this is the new normal
not until the boomers mass leave their houses, either by downsizing to a smaller home or death
How do you bring up the many industries in STL and absolutely flop on mentioning supply chain - astounding. The sheer amount of trucking, DCs, trains/station, logistic companies is wild because "logistically" STL is the center of the US.
Yes that’s another great one to add to the list! I was simply giving examples; it was not an exhaustive list as I’m sure you can tell.
I would not move to the city of st Louis for anything
I love living in the city - to each his own I guess!
I can't even fathom being able to buy a house for 200k, here in Toronto the average cost of a house is.over a million...
Any big city will have its share of crime etc but didnt St louis top the list as the most dangerous city in the US? I remember the murder rate being way higher than average..i guess that as something to do with the iexpensive housing lol?
The high crime is clustered in particular areas, mainly the north side.
You cant do anything in Saint Louis City without the risk of you car being broken into. Doesn't matter where., in broad day light. In front of police camera's. Its a gamble everytime and only getting worse
There is definitely a difference between St. Louis City and St. Louis County when it comes to crime and safety.
I mean maybe? I’ve lived in the city for three years, spend most of my time in the city. Love it here.
Did you see the News last night maybe you should sad
Which news are you referring to?
there is dysfunction everywhere, it is the human condition -- and gets most of the news coverage. I just meant that overall, as a metro region, I actually feel very fortunate to call St. Louis home.
Nice overview. Love Imos Pizza and White Castles. Yeah, maybe not healthy, but good. The best French fries I ever had were at Olearys, but unfortunately, they are gone. Lots of neighborhoods and things to do! 🌷🌿
1. St Louis is full of broken down charm.
2. St Louis Pizza is nasty made with provel cheese which is almost like Velveeta.
3. Is a typical Democrat run City, overrun with crime and gun violence.
4. No rush hour in St Louis City because everybody has moved to the suburbs or moved to another state.
5. Once you flee St Louis, Missouri as a state is very pretty and lush. Coming back to St Louis you immediately feel disappointment and regret.
Wow, your comments make me really sad. Do you live in the city? Why?
Please. St Louis has issues just like everyone else
Have you spent much time in any other major city or metropolitan area? I've been to most of the top MSA over the years and I've found that they've all had: 1: JoAnn Fabrics, 2: crime/run down areas.
I lived lots of other places and I think you are incorrect, but everyone has an opinion. That is ok. I love it though and enjoy STL much more than the other cities where I have lived. You have to take STL with a glass half full attitude as there are problems, but they are not insurmountable.
Oh, and you can get all kinds of pizza in STL. Provel cheese is not a law or anything.. ha.