Spanish Lake is a large, quiet suburb in northeast St. Louis County. Housing demand after WWII sparked the development of several thousand new homes in the area. Today, there are about 7,700 homes and 18,000 residents. Homes are moderately priced and a majority are owner-occupied. Home styles include small to mid-sized ranch-style homes, Colonial-Revival homes, a few Cape-Cods and a handful of Tudor-inspired homes as well. Despite the number of homes in Spanish Lake and surrounding communities, it still evokes a sense of ruralness, as there are several farms and undeveloped acreage in and around the area. At the same time, residents can easily access schools, shopping, dining and parks right inside the community. Notably, The St. Louis Zoo makes its home inside Spanish Lake.
Spanish Lake thrives with a mix of homeowners and home styles. Steven Studnicki, Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty and a real estate agent for nearly 30 years describes its appeal, “Homes in Spanish Lake sell well because they’re affordably priced, in relation to other nearby [areas]. Buyers also like that they’re getting the most square feet for the price, which is desirable for growing families.”
You can find many beautiful two story contemporary homes in Spanish Lake.
Spanish Lake has many homes from single story ranch to two story tudors houses.
Two young men walk down the sidewalk after making a visit to the strip mall in Spanish Lake.
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Homes sell fast in Spanish Lake
The overall St. Louis housing market – including Spanish Lake – is considered a seller’s market as of the fourth quarter of 2023, along with much of the country. As many homes here are well-maintained and reasonably priced, they tend to sell within about 25 days, which is a bit faster than homes in other nearby suburbs. Well-updated, ranch-style homes have recently sold for $145,000 to $199,000. Two-story homes with full basements and two-car garages have recently sold for $199,900 to $264,000.
You can find older tudor style homes with beautiful ornamentation in Spanish Lake.
Many homes in Spanish Lake neighborhood have landscaped yards.
Some homes in Spanish Lake have ornate masonry work and tiled roofs.
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Easy access to Metro Link stations and I-270
Residents of Spanish Lake can walk to several nearby Metro Link stations, which take commuters downtown and around St. Louis. Interstate 270 borders the south edge of the community leading east to Illinois and west into Missouri. It connects to Interstate 170 which takes residents north and south and to St. Louis Lambert International Airport which is just 10 miles southwest of Spanish Lake. Residents benefit from their location less than 2 miles from Christian Hospital and its surrounding medical centers.
Conveniences on Bellefontaine Road
Pop’s Grill, Fish & Chicken earns plenty of favorable reviews online and receives high praise for its sandwiches, fried chicken and catfish nuggets. The highly-regarded grocery chain Schnucks has a store right inside the community on Bellefontaine Road. It’s conveniently located next to Advance Auto Parts, Burger King, Steak and Shake and Circle K gas station.
Residents of Spanish Lake can get fresh produce at Schnucks grocery store.
When residents of Spanish Lake get hungry they might swing by Pop's Grill for fish or chicken.
The cooks at Pop's Grill in Spanish Lake are busy preparing take out orders.
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Spanish Lake Park
Spanish Lake Park’s 245 acres offer three lakes: Spanish Lake, Sunfish Lake and North Lake. They also offer walking trails, fishing and picnic shelters. Larimore Park offers a skate park, a basketball court and a playground, all surrounded by large shade trees. The Saint Louis Zoo is right inside Spanish Lake and offers plenty of indoor and outdoor exhibits. It is notable for its commitment to diversity, equity, accessibility and inclusion.
Spanish Lake Park is a 245 acre park with 3 lakes, picnic shelters and numerous trails.
A man loads his boat onto his trailer at Sunfish Lake in Spanish Lake Park.
Spanish Lake Park has a pier that patrons can walk or fish from.
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Hazelwood School District
Kids in Spanish Lake can attend public schools in the Hazelwood School District which has an overall grade of C-minus from Niche. Twillman Elementary has a student-teacher ratio of 13:1 and a Niche grade of D-plus. Southeast Middle has a Niche grade of D-plus and a strong athletic program including track and field, basketball and volleyball. Hazelwood East High has a Niche grade of C-minus, offers more than 20 Advanced Placement classes and hosts several award-winning sports teams.
Residents of Spanish Lake can send their kids to Arrowpoint Elementary School for grades PK-5.
Residents of Spanish Lake can send their children to Hazelwood Southeast Middle School.
Many students in Spanish Lake attend Hazelwood East High School.
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St. Louis events
St. Louis offers a full calendar of year-round events, including The Loop Ice Carnival held every January, Soulard Mardi Gras in March and Arch Madness for basketball lovers every March. One of the most popular holiday events is the Christmas Market held in downtown St. Louis at The London Tea Room on Locust Street. Reminiscent of historic Christmas markets held in Europe in the Middle Ages, they offer numerous vendors and activities for kids.
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