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And you thought this was Dogtown, didn't you? So did I. Well, actually it is as the name "Dogtown" refers to the informal combination of three adjoining neighborhoods: Clayton/Tamm, Franz Park, and Hi-Pointe. Great location, walkable and strong retail/restaurant presence makes this neighborhood a favorite.
This is one of those parts of town that has seen such massive disinvestment and lack of care and respect from it's inhabitants and leaders, that it is basically a wasteland. There are huge swaths of unused land, mainly the north west corner where Pruit-Igoe used to be, that are just jungles of weeds.
Some of the most beautiful architecture in all of St. Louis exits in the West End neighborhood. The last ten years have signaled much change and investment on the fringes of this important place. Hopefully the next ten years will drive positivity and momentum north toward Page Avenue, the northern border of the West End.
Holly Hills is a beautiful mix of mansions and homes built in the 1920’s that form a gorgeous setting just north of Carondelet Park. Holly Hills at the terminus of South Grand and is a gem of City living. Clean and manicured, this neighborhood is a showplace. This post includes an original tour from 2010 and some updates in 2020.
Mount Pleasant is a beautiful mix of largely residential homes, but some intra-neighborhood businesses exist. Bordering the Mississippi River to the east, this neighborhood feels a lot like Dutchtown or even parts of Carondelet, but is marked by the tremendous potential of Meramec Street. This post includes photos from 2010, with updates from 2021.
Arguably the most changed neighborhood in the last 10-20 years. Forest Park Southeast, branded “The Grove”, is a mix of big and small homes, apartments and townhouses. Manchester Avenue is a popular commercial/entertainment strip. Infill continues to fill in holes and bring modern and rehabbed living options.
Undoubtedly, one of St. Louis' premier neighborhoods. This is a destination place as well as a nice, dense neighborhood. If you are taking someone on a tour of St. Louis, you'd be crazy to pass this neighborhood up. Lafayette Square is St. Louis' oldest national historic district. I will try to shut my mouth and just let the pictures do the talking.
The Victorian mansions surrounding the park are what make this place famous.
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