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Suburb of St. Louis and Edwardsville
When it comes to St. Louis suburbs, some folks only think to look west, but Glen Carbon, just 14 miles northeast of Downtown St. Louis, offers great parks and schools, and lower home prices without compromising on quality of life. “This community known for its very highly ranked Edwardsville District 7 schools,” says Jim Reppell local Realtor with RE/MAX who has been working in real estate for over 30 years. “Glen Carbon is a sister city to Edwardsville, and the area is seeing extreme growth for high end apartments and homes.” Glen Carbon was first incorporated in 1892 and has several historical buildings as well as a covered bridge which acts as a focal point for the village. It was first built in 1934 and subsequently rebuilt several times over the years.
From old mines to historic buildings, Glen Carbon’s history is everywhere.
Glen Carbon's real estate market offers diverse housing options.
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Lot sizes remind of a Midwestern feel
The residential streets of Glen Carbon look similar to many other St. Louis suburbs. Among the older construction in the neighborhood, mid-to-late 20th century Colonial Revival and ranch-style houses are common, with floor plans of up to 2,300 square feet and prices under $300,000. Sparsely populated trees provide shade and privacy, but overall, the area maintains a spread-out, open feeling that maintains the Midwestern feel. There are also plenty of new builds, as more and more homebuyers are discovering the advantages of living in the Metro East area of St. Louis, and singling Glen Carbon out as their destination of choice. Newer homes are primarily Traditional-style and offer 1,500 to 3,000 square feet for between $250,000 and $500,000.
Symmetry shines in the colonial revival homes scattered across Glen Carbon.
Glen Carbon’s newer traditional homes blend classic and modern beautifully.
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High ranking schools with ice hockey
Students attending public school can attend Glen Carbon Elementary, which earns a B-plus from Niche, for kindergarten through fifth grade before continuing to Liberty Middle School for grades sixth through eighth. For high school, students in Glen Carbon can attend Edwardsville High School where students can benefit from the district’s state-of-the-art facilities for a variety of sports, from wrestling to swimming and even ice hockey. Both Liberty Middle and Edwardsville High receive an A-minus from Niche. For private education, the neighborhood is also home to Gateway Legacy Christian Academy which serve students from kindergarten through 12th grade and earns a B from Niche.
Edwardsville High School stands proud with its rich history and tradition.
Glen Carbon Elementary is known for its exceptional academic programs.
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Glen Carbon offers efficient public transportation options for its residents.
Parallel highways north and south and interstate
Highways 157 and 159 run fairly parallel to each other, running north and south while acting as the western and parts of the eastern border respectively. Interstate 270 goes through the south of the neighborhood, before crossing the Mississippi River into Missouri. Residents can also use the Madison County Transit system, which has a center in Edwardsville.
Pizza and Custard along the highways
Residents in Glen Carbon can shop at the Walmart Supercenter or ALDI’s on Highway 159 heading into Edwardsville. For dining, Peel Wood Fired Pizza in Edwardsville is only four miles from main street Glen Carbon and sells a barbecue chicken pizza which features wood fired chicken and peel’s barbecue sauce. Annie’s Frozen Custard, located on Highway 159, has 24 different flavors and can come with a waffle cone. Take a seat under one of the pink umbrellas and enjoy a book from the Little Free Library on the side of the building.
Welcome to Gel Carbon neighborhood.
Welcome to Gel Carbon neighborhood.
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Local parks and 85 miles of trails
Ray M. Schon Park, opened in 2013, contains pavilions, benches and a pond within its limits. Miner Park, located in Old Town, offers picnic tables for families and a variety of playground equipment for children. The Madison County Transit trail system is extensive, with more than 85 miles of zero-grade paved trails that wind through serene, wooded areas and connect various residential, commercial, and recreational destinations.
The beautifully restored caboose adds charm to Glen Carbon’s Miner Park.
MCT Trails provide Glen Carbon residents with a biking haven.
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Local history and homecoming celebrations
The Yanda Log Cabin, built sometime before 1885 located on South Main Street, hosts Storytime, best for preschoolers through first graders, where children can read a few books and make a craft. For homecoming weekend, Glen Carbon often hosts a parade, carnival rides and a firework show to finish off. A highlight of the parade occurs as it passes through the covered bridge.
For homecoming weekend, Glen Carbon often hosts a parade, carnival rides and a firework show.
Welcome to Gel Carbon neighborhood.
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On average, homes in Glen Carbon, IL sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Glen Carbon, IL over the last 12 months is $359,500, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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