Velda City Home for Rent

Velda City, a small municipality in Bel-Ridge, St. Louis County, has a population of under 1,200 and features its own City Hall and police department. The neighborhood offers short commutes to downtown St. Louis and the airport, making it convenient for residents. Homes here are primarily brick bungalows and Tudor Revivals built in the 1940s, typically featuring two bedrooms, pitched roofs, and tuck-under one-car garages, often converted into additional living space. The area is characterized by linear city blocks with mature trees, sidewalks, and driveways running along the sides of houses. North Oaks Plaza, the nearest shopping center, provides groceries at Save A Lot and essentials from Walgreens and Beverly Hills Pharmacy, along with dining options like McDonald’s, Penn Station East Coast Subs, St. Louis Fish & Chicken Grill, and Imo’s Pizza along Natural Bridge Road. The neighborhood is served by the Normandy Schools Collaborative, with schools undergoing significant renovations to improve facilities. St. Vincent Park, close to Velda City, offers a playground, trails, tennis courts, athletic fields, and a community center with fitness classes and swimming lessons. The Rock Road metro station is about 1.5 miles away, and multiple bus stops are accessible along Lucas-Hunt Road and Natural Bridge Road. Residents are within 7 miles of St. Louis Lambert International Airport and about 10 miles from downtown St. Louis. Velda City's own police department and building code enforcement ensure well-maintained streets, which can be seen as either an advantage or disadvantage depending on personal preference.