Warson Woods, MO, located about 5 miles west of the St. Louis city limits, is a small, self-governed community known for its well-maintained properties and friendly atmosphere. The area is highly walkable, fostering a close-knit environment where many young adults return to live. Housing in Warson Woods predominantly consists of single-family homes, with architecture ranging from ranch-style to custom builds, dating from the 1930s to the late 1990s. Mature trees and meticulously landscaped lots, typically around a third of an acre, add to the suburban feel. The community is divided between two highly rated school districts: Webster Groves and Kirkwood. Students in the Webster Groves district attend Hudson Elementary, Hixson Junior High, and Webster Groves High, while those in the Kirkwood district go to Tillman Elementary and North Kirkwood Middle, with Kirkwood High boasting a 98% graduation rate. Private schools, such as Ste. Genevieve de Bois, are also nearby. Warson Woods features several parks, including Royal Oaks Park with pickleball, tennis, and basketball courts, and the Warson Woods Swim Club, which hosts the Hurricanes swim team. Bergfeld Park and Dreher Park offer additional recreational spaces. Manchester Road, the southern border, provides access to local shopping and dining options like Schnucks, Dierbergs Market, King Doh, Silver Pancake House, and Panera Bread. For more extensive shopping, Saint Louis Galleria is 4 miles northeast, and downtown St. Louis is about 12 miles away via Interstate 64. Major employers like Centene Corporation and Washington University are within a 7-mile radius, and St. Louis Lambert International Airport is less than 14 miles north.
