Why Live in Ladue
Ladue, Missouri, is a distinguished suburb of St. Louis known for its affluent community, characterized by estates and golf courses. With a population of just under 9,000, Ladue offers residents access to premier public education and high-end shopping. The housing market features sprawling ranches and neo-eclectic estates, with most homes having four to five bedrooms on lots ranging from a quarter to a full acre. The median home price is around $1.4 million. Ladue's schools are highly rated, including Reed Elementary School, Ladue Middle School, and Ladue Horton Watkins High School, all part of the well-regarded Ladue School District. Private school options include the John Burroughs School and Mary Institute & St. Louis Country Day School, both rated highly.
Local attractions include Tilles Park, known for its holiday light display, and Anderson Dog Park. Golf enthusiasts have access to several private clubs, including the Bogey Club, Log Cabin Club, Old Warson Country Club, and St. Louis Country Club. Shopping and dining options are plentiful, with the Clayton Road Business District, Colonial Marketplace, and Ladue Crossing Shopping Centers offering a variety of shops, restaurants, and healthcare offices. Popular dining spots include Grassi’s Ristorante & Deli and Truffles. Ladue is conveniently located less than 20 miles from major St. Louis employers and is bordered by Interstate 170 and U.S. 61, with Interstate 64 cutting across the center of town. Lambert International Airport is about 10 miles away, making travel easy.