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Living close to shopping hubs
Fairview Heights is far from the biggest city in the eastern St. Louis metro, but shoppers flock to the Illinois town's retail scene when the holiday season rolls around. Fairview Heights, a city of 16,000 residents 15 miles east of St. Louis, boasts one of the region's largest shopping malls, the 1 million-square-foot St. Clair Square. The mall and other retail centers concentrated on Illinois Street and Lincoln Trail in Fairview Heights draw visitors, but they're a source of constant convenience for the small town's residents.
Quiet neighborhoods close to parks
Pockets of homes radiate from the shopping hub, generally falling into two categories: midcentury neighborhoods full of ranch homes and split-level houses or neo-eclectic homes built in the 2000s. Houses are near lakes, schools, and parks; homebuyers can scoop up the former for anywhere between $130,000 and $175,000. However, the latter features price tags in the $300,000s. Sidewalks accentuate some subdivisions, while others boast up to three-car garages. Fairview Heights homes are in high demand, as there is less than a month of inventory on the market there. "And don't be surprised to see houses, particularly those around the golf courses, fetch over $500,000," Boyer says.
Homes in Fairview Heights', be it ranch or split-level, tells its own unique story.
From unique facades to intricate interiors, neo-eclectic homes in Fairview Heights stand out.
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Climb to a world of wonder with the iconic treehouse of Moody Park in Fairview Heights.
Community center and paved trails lead the way
On sunny days, neighbors had to go to Pleasant Ridge Park or Moddy Park. Locals come for jogs around the 1.5-mile paved loop with views of a geese-filled lake or to let the kids explore the treehouse-style jungle gym. Down the street, pet owners will love Wags Park, and locals looking to climb a rock wall can check out The Rec on the west side of town. It offers members a swimming pool with looped water slides, a gym and youth and adult sports leagues ranging from volleyball to golf. Within 5 miles, residents are centralized to Stonewolf Golf Club, Far Oaks Golf Club, and St. Clair Country Club. O'Fallon Family Sports Park is 5 miles east with a bunch of fields for soccer, baseball and softball. Along the Grand Marais Lake about 7 miles west is Frank Holten Park, where visitors cast their line out for largemouth bass and catfish.
Shopping is found everywhere
Shopping and dining are easy since the town center is packed with retail centers containing Schnucks supermarket, department stores and dozens of restaurants. It'll take a while to exhaust the 140 shopping options at St. Clair Square, including national brands and regional ones like Slackers, for rummaging through CDs and movies. For a hearty meal, locals saddle up and trot down to The Chuck Wagon at this western-themed restaurant to satisfy an appetite as big as the Texas plains. Golden Oak Pancake House is the spot for Saturday breakfast, and Ray's Soul Food & Turkey Legs are dishing out hearty, comfort food.
Experience a fusion of flavors and tradition at Fairview Heights' renowned Chuck Wagon.
Embrace the joy of discovery with an afternoon shopping escapade in Fairview Heights.
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Several school districts to choose from
Depending on where the kids live, they may be a part of one of several school districts, including Grant Central Consolidated School District 110, serving the westside and Pontiac-William Holliday School District 105, for students in the eastside, both rated with a B-minus or above. Grant CCSD #110 students may attend Illini Elementary and Grant Middle and graduate from Belleville East High. Niche ranks the elementary school with a B-minus and the middle with a C. The high school has a B-plus and is home to the Center for Academic and Vocational Excellence for prospective trade and STEM careers.
Discover health, fun, and camaraderie at The Rec in Fairview Heights.
What's going on at The Rec
The Rec always has events like the End of Summer Bash, Track of Treats during Halloween, and an annual craft fair in December. In August, The Midwest Salute to the Arts has also been at Moody Park, putting Fairview Heights on the map00This three-day festival is nationally recognized, where creatives from all over participate in live art competitions.
Reducing carbon footprints with Fairview Heights' public transportation.
Head to St. Louis in under half an hour
Fairview Heights is well connected, with Illinois 159 running down the middle, connecting to Illinois 161. "The town is right off Interstate 64, and one of the biggest advantages of living in Fairview Heights is the ability to drive to St. Louis within 25 minutes," Boyer says. Residents are within 15 miles of MidAmerica St. Louis Airport and St. Louis Downtown Airport. It is also 5 miles from Memorial Hospital Belleville. Fairview Heights Station is off Ludwig Drive, the bus system connecting locals to Lambert Airport, Shiloh-Scott and Shrewsbury.
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On average, homes in Fairview Heights, IL sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairview Heights, IL over the last 12 months is $226,000, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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