High Ridge, Missouri
Population: 4,423
Located in Jefferson County
Welcome to High Ridge, a community of charming neighborhoods, thriving businesses and friendly people. High Ridges' historic flavor is maintained through turn-of-the-century homes. Restaurants and diners are sprinkled throughout the community, offering a wide variety of tastes and experiences. Antique shops, music stores and concert venues all add to the unique and diverse community atmosphere. High Ridge treasures its green space and has a number of parks for family enjoyment. While treasuring its history, High Ridge continues to build toward the future. The area has maintained a high quality residential life for over 100 years. Neighborhoods are filled with housing that ranges from quaint brick bungalows to stately Victorian homes straight out of "Meet Me In Saint Louis." People move here because they desire safe and secure neighborhoods and excellent schools for their children. Many live here for their entire lives because the sense of community is so prevalent. Visitors to High Ridge are usually impressed by two features above all else: the trees and the homes. Nestled among clusters of elm, oak, and maple trees are gorgeous homes boasting large wrap-around porches, second and third stories, gingerbread trim, and abundant, verdant lawns. Contemporary housing options are also available for area residents; newer neighborhoods in feature custom homes built by local developers and a variety of community living options such as apartments, town homes, condominium complexes, and two-family flats. These safe, family-oriented neighborhoods are ideal places to raise children and enjoy the exceptional lifestyle that the area has to offer. High Ridge is part of the greater St. Louis area, and as such it is hard to miss the famous St. Louis Gateway Arch. There is so much more to this 630 foot portal, there is actually a host of activities for the entire family to enjoy while there. Perhaps one of the most exciting things to do at the arch is to take the tram ride up to the very top for an exhilarating view of the entire city. While taking the ride, you can choose your own adventure, either going back in time to the 1800's to the Lewis & Clark era or you can chose the opposite end of the arch and re-discover the late 1960's at the time the arch was being built. No matter your choice, the finale of the ride is the dazzling view of the beautiful city of St. Louis. Other opportunities wait in St. Louis including fine dining, The Walk of Fame, Forest Park, the St. Louis Zoo, sports and entertainment venues are among the centerpieces for life. High Ridge offers a comfortable, traditional type of environment that features individual initiative, privacy, personal safety, and tranquility. It provides unlimited opportunities for community involvement and personal development. Life-styles in High Ridge truly represent the best of comfortable, small town living, with the advantages of a more metropolitan setting.
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