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A growing suburb with small-town roots
Homebuyers searching for a new construction home in Eureka probably will find themselves shouting this town’s name sooner rather than later. This Missouri city on the western edge of the St. Louis metro region, has plenty of recently and new construction homes. The options are helping to absorb the city’s population, that’s grown nearly 30% since 2010 to more than 13,000. Through the expansion, Eureka has maintained a small-town feel, with restaurants that know regulars’ orders and a grocery store where shoppers will likely run into someone they know. Residents also have access to highly rated schools and are less than 30 miles from St. Louis. “It’s a growing city, and it’s got an amazing reputation,” says Realtor Kristi Monschein of Compass, who has 46 years of industry experience. “It offers a lot of convenience, and things are being built around it to keep it that way.”
Eureka Wildcat pride is evident in downtown Eureka.
Eureka Schnucks is conveniently located on E 5th Street.
The Orange Couch Coffee House is a charming spot in Eureka, MO, "Friends"-inspired atmosphere.
Hola! Mexican Food is located in historic downtown Eureka.
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New construction continues in Eureka
Some of the city’s home inventory dates to the early 20th century, but its housing stock has mainly been new construction since the turn of the millennium. Suburban-style subdivisions are abundant, and feature sidewalks and well-manicured lawns. “Eureka had a lot of undeveloped land, so they’ve been able to do a lot of new construction,” Monschein says. “They’ve kind of capitalized on that midrange price point. Homes have stayed anywhere from $350,000 to $550,000, and it has been their hotspot.” Most of the newer builds in Eureka are new traditional Craftsmans’ with floor plans between 1,300 and 4,000 square feet. Eureka's average home price is $428,000, a 2% decrease year over year and 22% less than the national average.
New neighborhoods in Eureka offer two and three car garage options.
Some new construction in Eureka have farmhouse inspired designs.
New builds in Eureka sometimes have a mix of brick and sided facade.
Eureka boasts new homes with unique colors.
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Fenton Logistics Park is easy to find
Eureka is 11 miles west of the 2-million-square-foot Fenton Logistics Park. The facility is the site of a former Chrysler plant, and its tenants include Amazon, Curology and Grey Eagle Distributors, offering more than 3,000 jobs. Interstate 44 and Interstate 270 are nearby in the city and Monschein considers St. Louis an easy commute for work.
Fenton Logistics Park is a major employer in the larger Eureka area..
Fenton Logistics Park is connecting Eureka, MO to the world.
The Fenton Logistics Park is home to Amazon logistics warehouse near Eureka MO.
Fenton Logistics Park is a key player in Eureka, MO's economy.
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Rockwood School District serves the greater region
Eureka is one of eight cities that make up the Rockwood School District, which scores an A-plus on Niche. “Rockwood has been growing and is definitely a huge draw for families that are moving to the city” Monschein says. The district has 19,400 students spread across 29 schools helping to maintain a student-teacher ratio of 16-to-1.
St. Mark’s Lutheran School is one of the city’s few private schools. It teaches kindergarten through eighth grade and offers a variety of sports programs.
Geggie Elementary School is #160 of 1,135 Best Public Elementary Schools in Missouri.
LaSalle Spring Middle School is located on Highway 109 near Eureka High School.
Pacific High School has an overall C rating on Niche.
Eureka High School has an A- overall rating on Niche.
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Local businesses have strong foothold
With new residential construction comes commercial development following suit, and that’s exactly what’s happening in Eureka. “Everything is growing around these new subdivisions,” Monschein says. “Where they seem like they might’ve been off the beaten path, they’re coming in and building gas stations and big-box stores. They’re growing right along with the homes.” The big-box stores haven’t overtaken Eureka’s local businesses, though, according to Realtor Josh Kahn of Coldwell Banker Premier, who has more than 20 years of experience. Most of the city’s local businesses are downtown along Central Avenue. That’s where the small town roots shine through. Staff at spots like Hola! Mexican Food and Red Door Liquor and Cigars know locals’ orders by heart. There’s a Schnucks grocery store just north of downtown. “You’re going to end up seeing 15 people you know every time you go into Schnucks, so be sure to dress up a little bit,” Monschein says.
Schnucks offers grocery items to Eureka residents.
Hola! Mexican Food has a menu full of Mexican cuisine favorites in Eureka.
The Burrito Deluxe has one chicken and one beef burrito smothered in yummy in Eureka.
Historic Downtown Eureka has all the old charm with all the modern conveniences.
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Lions and Legion Parks received $2.5 million renovation in 2023
In the early days, Eureka had only about 100 homes and mostly consisted of farmland. While development has been widespread in the last two decades, the city maintains almost a dozen parks and has nearly five miles of trails. Lions and Legion Parks are both located on Bald Hill Road and offer baseball fields and playgrounds. In 2023, the two parks received a combined $2.5 million in renovations to the fields, parking lots and other amenities.
Six Flags St. Louis is in the northwest corner of Eureka. Spanning 132 acres, the theme park features 32 rides, nine attractions and is associated with Hurricane Harbor water park. “Locals visit the park probably as much as out-of-town visitors,” Monschein says.
The city has two community centers – the Eureka Community Center and The Timbers of Eureka Recreation Center. The latter features a fitness center and a gymnasium. These can come in handy, especially in uncomfortable weather, in a region that experiences warm summers and cold winters. Eureka is also known to experience flooding at times when heavy rain hits, though plans are in place to construct two flood walls to mitigate the risk.
Legion Park playground is very colorful and is located in Eureka, MO.
Catch a game or practice your swing at Legion Park’s baseball field.
Discover endless fun at Lions Park’s playground, perfect for all ages.
Lions Park is guaranteed to be one of the best parks you will ever visit.
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Interstate 44 opens a window to the rest of the region
Interstate 44 bisects Eureka, and its multiple on-ramps in town give residents easy access to it. I-44 runs straight into St. Louis, 28 miles east. I-44 also takes people to I-270 for commutes to the St. Louis Lambert International Airport. Lambert facilitates direct flights to more than 70 cities. The closest hospital, the 180-bed SSM Health St. Clare Hospital - Fenton, is just off I-44, an 11-mile trip. The facility has an emergency room and a stroke center.
Crime
According to population-adjusted statistics from the FBI’s Crime Data Explorer, Eureka’s violent crime rate is significantly lower than the rates seen statewide and nationwide. Eureka has its own police department, with almost 30 officers.
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