Park Hills, MO Homes for Rent

Park Hills, Missouri, is a small city formed from the merger of four towns—Elvins, Esther, Rivermines, and Flat River—in 1994. Located just northwest of Farmington and about an hour's drive from St. Louis, Park Hills combines semi-rural charm with proximity to larger urban centers. The city has a population of over 8,500 residents, many of whom live in refurbished homes from the early 20th century, with additional housing styles including ranch, bungalow, and Cape Cod. Park Hills features a developing downtown retail scene along Main Street, where local and chain restaurants, boutique stores, and small businesses thrive. Notable spots include the Four Towns Brewing Company and General Custard’s Re-Treat. The Missouri Mines State Historic Site and St. Joe State Park offer outdoor activities such as dirt-biking, camping, and hiking. Columbia Park provides local recreational options with a public pool, playground, and disc golf course. The Central R-III School District serves the educational needs of the community, receiving a high rating. Park Hills' economy is supported by light industry and services, with major employers like MOCAP and Ameren Missouri. The city has a crime rate in line with the national average and utilizes the MessageSpring notification system for natural disaster alerts. With no public transit, residents rely on Highway 67 for commuting to Farmington and St. Louis, with St. Louis International Airport less than an hour and a half away.