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Saint Louis community coming together in The Gate
When residents of The Gate walk into Have a Cow Cattle Co., they'll find locally-raised beef and breakfast foods available for purchase, alongside T-shirts and merchandise that read "Learn to love your enemy." Owner and founder Steve St. Pierre says, "Saint Louis is divided racially like many big cities, but all walks are welcomed here in The Gate." Housed in a recently redesigned building, Have a Cow Cattle Co. is part of a wave of new construction and businesses that have come to this community, once considered in decline. Following block-busting practices in the 1960s and 70s, new businesses and homes built in recent decades have "Helped the neighborhood gain its momentum back," St. Pierre says. Public housing facilities can still be found in The Gate, sitting alongside large Victorian homes from the 1800s. Just over 2 miles from Downtown Saint Louis, The Gate offers quick access to the city alongside nearby neighborhood amenities and small businesses within walking distance.
Have A Cow Cattle Co. Cafe is a favorite among The Gate residents.
In downtown St. Louis is The Gateway Arch, a 630-foot-tall stainless steel monument.
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New construction alongside Victorians from the 1800s
“After new residential construction revitalized the Botanical Heights neighborhood, developers moved east to The Gate with a similar goal,” says Keller William Realty St. Louis Broker Associate Nick Maynes. Most homes in The Gate are two-story builds on narrowly spaced lots, and many of its modern houses include Classical Revival influences. The newer properties complement the Victorian homes in the neighborhood from the 1800s. Prices range between $250,000 to $450,000 and houses tend only average 40 days on the market, faster than the national average. Those looking for something smaller can also find apartments for rent in buildings like Lafayette Terrace Apartments. The Gate ranks slightly higher than the national average with a 5 of out of 10 CAP Index Crime Score.
The variety of home styles in The Gate allow home owners to display their own styles.
Homes in The Gate are mostly older, but recently renovated and well maintained.
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Walk to locally owned shopping and dining
Homes aren’t the only new construction happening in The Gate. Top Golf recently opened its first driving range in the city right at the intersection of Chouteau and Compton avenue. With a high-tech driving range, drinks and hot food like pizza and chicken sandwiches, the facility has become a destination for families and large groups. A small shopping center can be found right on Jefferson Avenue. It features a Save A Lot where residents can get groceries and other options like Subway, Family Dollar and a local gym, Fit City STL. Have A Cow Cattle Co. is a restaurant that serves all-day breakfast, but doubles as an Urban Farm Store selling fresh produce from a local ranch. Another locally-owned option is Ranell's Market & Cafe, which sells southern-style Soul Food like fried catfish and a rib tip dinner. In addition to Downtown Saint Louis, there are also a few nearby nightlife spots, including Square One Brewery and Old Rock House, which have live music and drinks.
Rannell's Market & Cafe offers southern Soul Food in the heart of The Gate.
The patio seating at Have A Cow Cattle Co. Cafe draws The Gate residents.
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Saint Louis Public Schools in the neighborhood
Elementary-age children can attend the neighborhood’s Hodgen Tech Academy, which earns a C-minus rating from Niche. They advance to Long International Middle School, which also earns a C-minus rating. In 2023, the school opened an innovation lab for students to learn about artificial intelligence and virtual reality. Vashon High School gets a D-plus rating and is known for its varsity athletic programs, including its varsity boy's basketball team, which has won 14 boys' basketball state championships.
Hodgen Tech Academy is located in The Gate neighborhood.
The Nahed Chapman New American Academy in The Gate finds strength in their diversity.
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Heading outdoors in Lafayette Park
Buder Park, Eads Square Park and Terry Park all have open, grassy spaces and playgrounds, while Terry Park also offers a basketball court. Just east of the neighborhood, Lafayette Park has 30 acres of winding walking trails and mature trees. First opened in 1851, the park is a popular spot for taking pictures at the fountain or other scenic spots like the Grotto, which has a small bridge passing over the water's reflective surface. The Gate neighborhood is also just 3 miles from the 1,300 acres of Forest Park, a mix of shaded lounge spots, bustling soccer fields and cultural institutions. The park grounds are home to the Saint Louis Zoo and the Saint Louis Art Museum, which offer free admission.
Visitors to Eads Park are welcomed with signage and rewarded with a quiet greenspace.
A jogger runs through the entrance of Lafayette Park.
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Getting around The Gate District
Located just over 2 miles from the heart of downtown, a short drive along Chouteau Avenue will get most residents there in as little as 7 minutes. Interstate 44 also passes just south of The Gate, providing an alternative route for getting downtown, and also making more areas of the city accessible. Sidewalk-lined streets make it easy to walk around the neighborhood or get to nearby destinations like Saint Louis University Hospital, which is just west of The Gate. Bus stops on the city's Metro bus line can be found along Saint Vincent and Compton avenues. Cyclists can take advantage of the bicycle lanes along Chouteau and Park avenues. St. Louis Downtown Airport is about 7 miles to the east across the Poplar Street Bridge.
Public transportation provides regular bus service throughout The Gate.
Explore St. Louis' historic Gate neighborhood on two wheels.
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