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This Underrated Illinois Town Is So Affordable You Can Comfortably Retire On Social Security Alone

Somewhere between Springfield and St. Louis, tucked along old Route 66, sits a town that quietly solves one of America’s biggest headaches: the cost of living. Litchfield, Illinois isn’t trying to impress anyone, and honestly, that’s exactly what makes it so impressive. Let’s talk about money for...

Litchfield, IL · 13d
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2 Missouri Cities Make the List of America’s 40 Best Retirement Spots

Two Missouri cities in the St. Louis area were included in US News & World Report's 40 best places to retire in America list.

Missouri · 7d

The Telegraph

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Jersey County property transfers: See who bought and sold homes Oct. 26-30

Home sales in Jersey County include a house in Jerseyville that sold for $225,000

Jersey County, IL · 2d

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Panelized Homes Could Address St. Louis’ Affordable Housing Shortage

Posted In: Offsite Construction, What we are thinking about. From St. Louis Magazine: In July, drivers zipping along West Florissant Avenue in St. Louis’ Mark Twain neighborhood likely caught a glimpse of something unfortunately not more familiar in North City: a new home under construction. In just a matter...

St. Louis, MO · 2d
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St. Louis County property tax errors extend beyond senior freeze program

St. Louis County says a software glitch and human error caused mistakes in property taxes that go to a dozen different places, including the Special School District of St. Louis County.

St Louis County, MO · 1d

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Granite City Fresh Market Plans Major Investment

Plans to bring Granite City Fresh Market to the former Save A Lot location took a significant step forward as the Granite City Council voted unanimously to move the project forward. Investors attended the council meeting to present plans for a new full-service grocery market and extensive improvements to the Bellemore Village Shopping Center.

Granite City, IL · 2d

The Telegraph

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Wood River advances plan for Hollywood River Studios business district

Wood River weighs 1% sales tax district to help fund Hollywood River Studios growth

Wood River, IL · 1d

The US Sun

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Former 144.5-acre mall to be given second life after decade-long wait with 700 new homes on the way

AFTER years and years of anticipation, a shuttered shopping mall will finally be revitalized and given a new purpose. Jamestown Mall, which permanently closed over a decade ago, is slated to become a massive residential complex with 700 homes, retail stores, and more. The mall, located roughly 20 miles or...

St. Louis, MO · 8d

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Joe Edwards sells Moonrise Hotel for $14.5M

Call it one small step for man and one giant leap for lodging.

St. Louis, MO · 15h

Willow and Hearth

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St. Louis Transplant Says Everyone In The Family Wishes Their House Sat Five Minutes Away And Names The Suburbs Where Buyers Regret The Move

Here is a confession you do not often hear from someone who sells houses for a living. “I love the house that I’m in,” says Spencer, a St. Louis brokerage […]

St. Louis, MO · 3d

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Proposed developer seeks rezoning to allow higher density

A future five-lot residential subdivision to be known as Pacland Crest has been proposed for a 13.6-acre site located west of Kehrs Mill Road and south of Pacland Place. The property currently contains a single-family residence, barn and pool house. Although the house was constructed in 1900, it is not listed as a historic place in the city, said City Planner Isaak Simmers.

Chesterfield, MO · 22h

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56 Chesterfield Lakes Road, Chesterfield

From the homeowners | Nestled in a scenic neighborhood is Chesterfield, 56 Chesterfield Lakes Road is perfect for a family. Whether it’s the spacious living spaces and kitchen, convenient amenities or welcoming outdoor spaces, it’s the picture perfect space to gather and spend time together—and there’s room for everyone. T&S spoke with the current homeowners to find out what makes this property a can’t miss.

Chesterfield, MO · 2d

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Seniors Booming While Births Decline

The latest U.S. Census data shows more seniors than children in St. Charles County. Seniors now make up 19% of the population here, compared with children 15 and under making up 17%. That’s the opposite of how things were in 2020, when there were more kids than seniors here.

St Charles, MO · 2d

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How Steve Smith is building St. Louis’ next chapter

 In this episode of Fast Forward STL, Keith Alper speaks with developer Steve Smith. A fourth-generation St. Louisan, Smith knew from his childhood doodles that he wanted to pursue a career in architecture. Today, he’s the co-founder and executive chairman of The Lawrence Group and founder and CEO of New + Found. For more than four decades, Smith has helped shape St. Louis by transforming neighborhoods, preserving historic buildings, and investing in the city’s future. Tune in to hear his story and what he envisions will move the region forward. Watch on YouTube, and listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform. Love the show? Be sure to follow or subscribe.

St. Louis, MO · 1d

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McBride Homes eyes major mixed-use transformation at former Jamestown Mall site

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - McBride Homes is moving forward with plans to turn the former Jamestown Mall property into a massive mixed-use community, bringing more than 700 residences, commercial space, and public parks to Florissant. The developer aims to fully fund all road, sewer, and utility infrastructure...

St. Louis, MO · 18h

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First-time homebuyers remain scarce, but a record share of them pay all cash

The share of first-time homebuyers remains at a near-record low of 22% as a housing shortage and high prices sideline many, according to a new report by the National Association of Realtors. But those who are managing to buy are older and wealthier than in the past, and 1 in 10 paid all cash, a record high since such data was collected starting in 2003.

St. Louis, MO · 1d

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Lease Signed for Gateway South Housing Manufacturing Facility

Housing manufacturer joins Schaeffer Electric and Construction Forum as long-planned construction innovation district takes shape. by Tom Finan, Executive Director and Co-Founder, Construction Forum. Another piece of the Gateway South redevelopment has fallen into place. Fornidos Home Systems Inc. has signed a lease for a 55,000-square-foot manufacturing facility at Gateway...

St. Louis, MO · 3d

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St. Louis Adds 10,700 Construction Jobs, Ranks Third in U.S.

The St. Louis metropolitan area added 10,700 construction jobs over the past year, ranking third nationally in the number of jobs gained, according to an analysis of federal employment data by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC). Construction employment in the St. Louis, Missouri-Illinois metropolitan area increased 13% between...

St. Louis, MO · 2d

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Harder reelected to St. Louis County Council seat

Republican incumbent Mark Harder has defeated Democratic challenger John Kiehne to keep his seat on the St. Louis County Council. According to complete, but unofficial results reported by the St. Louis County Board of Elections, Harder received 33,590 votes, or 51.37 percent of the vote, to Kiehne’s 31,798 votes, or 48.63 percent of the vote.

St Louis County, MO · 2d

The Queen Zone

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People are leaving these American cities—and the reasons go far beyond housing costs

At some point, loving where you live may stop being enough to make you stay. Maybe the mortgage is... The post People are leaving these American cities—and the reasons go far beyond housing costs appeared first on The Queen Zone .

St. Louis, MO · 7d