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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 · 8d

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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
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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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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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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 · 1d

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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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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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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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Joe Edwards sells Moonrise Hotel for $14.5M

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

St. Louis, MO · 18h

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

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.

Florissant, MO · 21h

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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

FOX 2

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St. Louis expands tornado home repair program, preliminary approval for 1,200 more homes

More than 1,200 additional St. Louis homeowners impacted by the devastating May 16, 2025, tornado have been preliminarily approved for the city's Home Repair Program as officials prepare to expand recovery efforts into a second phase.

St. Louis, MO · 1d

FOX 2

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Millennium Hotel demolition marks start of $670M project

FOX 2 News has followed the demolition of the Millennium Hotel in Downtown St. Louis since June 2026. Each demolition milestone was captured on camera until this once popular, 28-story, destination location was knocked to the ground.

St. Louis, MO · 1d

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First Alert Forward: Gateway South development lands first major manufacturing tenant

ST. LOUIS, Mo. (First Alert 4) - Good Developments Group announced this week that Fornidos, a Texas-based company, will be the first major manufacturing tenant at its Gateway South development. Fornidos plans to break ground on a 55,000-square-foot manufacturing center two blocks from the former Crunden Martin manufacturing complex. The...

St. Louis, MO · 13h

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Cushman & Wakefield Brokers Sale of Former O’Fallon Public Works Facility

Cushman & Wakefield has brokered the $4.4 million sale of the former City of O’Fallon Public Works facility located at 1001-1051 Industry Drive in O’Fallon, Missouri. The 37,002-square-foot industrial property, situated on 5.57 acres, previously served as the City of O’Fallon’s public works operations center. The sale follows the city’s relocation to a newly completed public works facility, creating an opportunity for a new owner to reposition the asset for continued industrial use. The property consists of two industrial buildings and includes warehouse, office and service-related space, as well as secured outdoor storage areas.

O'Fallon, MO · 2d

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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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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

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

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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