What was once a slice of eastern Missouri countryside sprouted what’s now St. Louis’ most populous suburb. Florissant exploded in the years following World War II, blossoming into a city whose population now stands at more than 51,000. The city places residents just about 20 miles from St. Louis’ core, making it an alternative for those who work there but want to live in more of a suburban setting. Florissant has a robust mix of its own attractions, including shopping, restaurants and parks. “Everything that’s available in St. Louis, and some of the surrounding cities, is also available in Florissant,” says Daryl Butler, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty - Gundaker with about four years of industry experience. “So you don’t have to leave home to find the dining or businesses that you would need to frequent.”
Florissant provides affordable housing options to tens of thousands of residents.
Check out the many styles Dream Modest has to offer in Florissant.
Henke's Tavern is a popular spot in Florissant to get food or a drink.
Hike through the woods along the paved walking path at Sunset Park.
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Midcentury homes are a key characteristic
Florissant experienced a post-World War II housing boom fueled by the GI Bill and Federal Housing Administration loans. Much of the city’s inventory dates to that era, including mostly ranch-style homes. But buyers can also find some new construction here as well, including the 105-home Koch Park Manors subdivision in northwest Florissant. On the opposite side of the spectrum, Florissant also has houses built in the 19th century — some of which are on the National Register of Historic Places. Many of the historic homes are concentrated in a neighborhood called Old Town Florissant in the middle of the city. In general, Butler considers affordable pricing one of Florissant’s draws. Houses here sell for an average of $188,214, less than the St. Louis average and considerably less than the national average.
Small, vinyl-sided ranchers are a common style of homes all throughout Florissant.
New developments, like Koch Manor, provide new housing options in the city of Florissant.
Florissant's history shines the brightest through it's 19th century architecture.
The quiet streets of Florissant provide a safe and scenic place to live.
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Quick access to a plethora of jobs
Florissant contains more than a thousand businesses, bringing in some $775 million in annual gross revenue. However, the city’s location gives residents quick access to employment opportunities across the wider region. Many commute to St. Louis for work, Butler says. Butler adds that some even commute to where he lives in St. Peters, a city of about 58,000 that’s located roughly 20 miles west of Florissant and counts Amazon as its major employer. The Greater St. Louis region has headquarters for seven Fortune 500 companies, including Emerson Electric and Edward Jones.
From real estate agencies to barber shops, Florissant is full of local businesses.
Amazon employs thousands of residents across St. Louis including many in Florissant.
Emerson Electric is a well known business in Florissant and employs residents across the city.
Edward Jones has many offices across the city of Florissant.
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Florissant shares a school district with the neighboring city of Ferguson
Florissant is served by the Ferguson-Florissant School District, which has a C-minus overall grade on Niche. The district includes more than 9,600 students and 22 traditional schools. Students can apply to attend the A-minus-rated STEAM Academy Middle School, which focuses on project-based instruction at a faster pace.
The B-minus-rated North County Christian School is a well-regarded private option in Florissant, with prekindergarten through 12th grade and student-teacher ratios of just 8-to-1.
St. Louis Community College - Florissant Valley is just beyond the city limits and offers the lone two-year biotechnology program in the area.
North County Christian School has one of the largest campuses in the area.
The playgrounds at North County Christian School offer students plenty to do outside.
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Central thoroughfare is a commercial hub
Highway 67, also known as Lindbergh Boulevard, is one of the most prominent arteries running through Florissant. “Lindbergh is where you can find almost anything,” Butler says. The stretch is lined with multiple big-box retail and grocery stores and chain restaurants. Old Town Florissant offers more of a selection of locally owned eateries and other businesses, many located along St. Francois Street.
Lindbergh Boulevard is the go to spot for shopping and dining in Florissant.
Many of Florissant's chain restaurants reside on Lindbergh Boulevard.
Many local shops, like Dooley's Florist & Gifts, serve Florissant from St. Francois Street.
Florissant's Rue St. Francois houses many of the historic buildings housing businesses.
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Sunset Park offers riverside recreation opportunity
Though Florissant’s days as a countryside are long gone, there’s still a good bit of preserved green space. “There are plenty of golf courses there and parks,” Butler says. “And there are walking trails that people enjoy using at the parks.” The Florissant Golf Club is a public, 18-hole facility in town known for its well-kept condition and on-site restaurant. Sunset Park, on the other side of town by the Missouri River, is a 108-acre space. People can walk by the river on the 4-mile Sunset Greenway Trail, and the park’s 2,400-square-foot Nature Lodge can be rented for events. The 13-acre Bangert Park, by Old Town, has an outdoor pool and a playground, and is the site of the St. Louis County Library – Florissant Valley Branch.
Florissant is nicknamed the “City of Festivals,” and residents can spend free time at events ranging from the Valley of Flowers Parade & Festival in May to the Miracle on St. Francois Street, holiday celebration on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.
The city is in a region that experiences warm summers and winters with an average of about 16 inches of snow. James J. Eagan Community Center and John F. Kennedy Community Center, both include fitness centers and gymnasiums and Florissant residents can get discounted membership rates.
Tucked away in the hills, Florissant Golf Club is a secluded retreat into nature.
Enjoy scenic views of the Missouri River along the Sunset Park overlook trail.
The city of Florissant just finished construction on a brand new pool at Bangert Park.
Grab yourself a Thai milk tea from one of the many vendors and explore the grounds.
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Interstate 270 links people to the rest of the region
Interstate 270 cuts through Florissant’s south side. “It’s so easy to hop on 270 there and really get to anywhere that you would want to go,” Butler says. I-270 is a connection to I-170 for drives south to St. Louis, including to the St. Louis Lambert International Airport, a 7-mile trip. Lambert facilitates nonstop flights to more than 70 destinations. I-270 is the quickest way to reach the closest major medical center, the 233-bed Christian Hospital. Commuters can also take I-270 west to St. Peters, a 20-mile trip. The St. Louis-area MetroBus serves the city for public transportation.
Crime
Florissant experiences lower levels of crime than those seen in St. Louis and statewide. According to the FBI's Crime Data Explorer, the city's population violent crime rate is significantly lower than St. Louis and the national average in 2023.
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