A small, peaceful community not far from St. Louis
Nestled in the rolling hills of the Ozarks is Beverly Hills, a northwestern suburb of St. Louis. As a city of 457 people, this community offers the tranquility of suburban living while still being within proximity to all the amenities of the city. “It’s a great place to live,” says Realtor and local Ricky Hopkins. “You can see that the residents take pride in their community. It’s also surrounded by other larger neighborhoods, so it’s embedded. It doesn’t get the exposure of the larger communities, so there’s less traffic and movement. It’s peaceful.”
Brick cottages and other charming homes line the streets
The 58 acres of Beverly Hills form a triangle along Natural Bridge Road and Edison Avenue, with its vertex at Avondale Avenue. Oak trees line the narrow sidewalks in front of uniform red and white brick homes with characteristic turn-of-the-century-charm. The front yards are compact, with room for a tree or two and some decorative shrubbery, while the backyards tend to be larger, with enough space for a garden and an accompanying garden shed. Though many homes do not have garages or carports, residents will find ample street parking along the narrow roads. The home styles are Craftsman, Cape Cod, and bungalow. Prices range from $80,000 to $150,000 for turnkey homes, with the average price hovering around $100,000. There are also a variety of fixer-uppers with potential for a more affordable price, ranging from $50,000 to $80,000.
Cottage style homes are a popular architectural style in Beverly Hills.
This unique home in Beverly Hills features symmetrical architectural details.
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Many kids start their education at Jefferson Elementary School
The Normandy School District serves Beverly Hills. Students can start their education at Jefferson Elementary School, which boasts a student-teacher ratio of 15-to-1 and a C-minus rating on Niche. Just one and a half miles south of Beverly Hills, students can finish their education at Normandy High School, which scored a C on Niche. Through their Office of Career and College Readiness, Normandy helps students transition into post-high school life through four areas of focus- College Connections, Career Connections, Work Based Learning and Career Guidance.
Jefferson Elementary School is a well ranked choice for students in Pasadena Hills St. Louis.
Normandy High School is a well ranked choice for St Louis students to attend.
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Local bus lines keep residents moving
Though most residents rely on cars for commuting, several public transportation options are also available. The UMSL-South train station is just a mile northwest of Beverly Hills, and there are also several bus stops along Natural Bridge Road and Lucas-Hunt Road. St. Louis Lambert International Airport is also a quick, 6 miles north of Beverly Hills.
Residents stock up on essentials at North Oaks Plaza, dine at array of restaurants
Though Beverly Hills consists mainly of homes, the nearby North Oaks Plaza shopping center just across Natural Bridge Road puts clothing boutiques, Walgreens and Save A Lot supermarket within 1 mile of every resident’s door. The retail center is also home to a cluster of take-out spots like Imo’s Pizza. Founded in the ‘60s, this local, family-owned chain is known for its signature St. Louis style pizza. Motown Pitstop is another popular option for locals. “They’ve got great barbeque with their own unique style,” says Realtor and local Jeannette Whitehead. “Though its mainly a barbeque place, they also serve shrimp, catfish sandwiches, Chicago polish dogs, pork chops- they’ve got a huge variety.”
North Oaks Plaza is near Beverly Hills and features local businesses and restaurants.
Imo's Pizza is a local favorite in Beverly Hills with carryout and delivery pizza.
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Many green spaces are available to residents, including St. Vincent County Park
Nature enthusiasts can take a drive down Lucas-Hunt Road and check out St. Vincent County Park. This greenspace features a Community Center, a playground, a water park and a reservable shelter, as well as tennis courts and athletic fields. Hikers can head down the paved St. Vincent Greenway Trail, which loops around the rolling hills of the University of Missouri-St. Louis campus. For fun indoors, head to Skate King Skate Center, a skating rink offering a snack bar, arcade games, and a pro shop.
St. Vincent Greenway is a nearby path to Beverly Hills wonderful for afternoon walks.
Enjoy a scenic view of Buggs Lake near Beverly Hills.
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Residents put their green thumbs to work at the UMSL Community Garden
Located just a mile and a half east of Beverly Hills is the UMSL Community Garden. Created by the Campus Honors Environment Research Project, this garden offers residents and students at the university the opportunity to connect with their environment and grow organic produce to share with their community.
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