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JULY 2021 PUBLISHER

Summer Splash THIS SUMMER ISSUE MAKES A SPLASH...IT’S ALL ABOUT EXPERIENCES AND FAMILY FUN. Maybe you’ve discovered some of the places and activities in and around our County, but perhaps there are some local treasures you haven’t enjoyed yet. So, get out there and soak up some sun and all the best activities summer has to offer!

Kelley Lamm-Montgomery kelley.lamm@lifestylepubs.com Gordon Montgomery gordon.montgomery@lifestylepubs.com EDITOR

Judy Peters | judy.peters@lifestylepubs.com AD DESIGNER

Rachel Chrisman L AYO UT DESIGNER

Emily Lisenbee CONTRIBUTING WRITERS

Judy Peters, Connie Holubar

We help you out with that in our new section called LOCAL EXPERIENCES, on page 12 - 13. This extensive list is a great resource to use in planning your next summer adventure and helping you to take advantage of some of the best aspects of St. Charles County and the Metro area.

If you want to venture a bit farther, Holiday World in Santa Claus, Indiana, is a road trip that’s packed with fun for the whole family, only three hours from St. Louis. But closer to home, there’s a gem right in Cottleville that offers community events and fun shopping, at The Blooming Daisy Marketplace.

And, all year round, our local parks offer so much to see and do! We’ve highlighted some of the recent improvements being made to enhance them even more. So, you can pack a lunch, a backpack, or a suitcase, and head out on your next big adven-

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or improved deck, we have some suggestions for having fun in your own backyard,

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2021 FEATURES 16 A Visit to Times Gone By Blooming Daisy Marketplace in Cottleville Offers a Unique Experience

20 75 Years of Family Fun! Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari Features Some of Best Coasters In America

24 Innovation on Deck Jones Construction Helps Homeowners Make the Most of Their Outdoor Living Spaces for Entertaining and Family Fun.

28 New & Improved Parks St. Charles City and County

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Adding New Parks, and Improving Some Existing Ones

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Local Experiences

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20 Hot Spot 24 Open House 28 Healthy Lifestyle 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Travel Destination 35 Realty Report

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GOOD TIMES

Wings Over St Louis The community enjoyed the 5th Annual Wings Over St Louis Memorial Weekend 2021 in Chesterfield. Hosted by the Commemorative Air Force, historic aircraft were on display and available for rides including a B-25 Mitchell (Medium Bomber), a TBM Avenger (Torpedo Bomber), and Stearman (Trainer). These aircraft are powerful American icons that represent the sights, sounds, and stories of World War II aviation.

Yuppy Puppy Opens Newest Pet Spa in Cottleville The Yuppy Puppy Pet Spa-Cottleville held their GRAND OPENING recently. Open Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and Saturday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., they are now accepting reservations for camp, training and grooming. The walk-in self-wash and nail trims are available, too. You are welcome to visit and take a tour.

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CELEBRITY NIGHT FOR THE NURSERY

team approach to reduce the trauma to children and their families.

Sports celebrities, media celebrities, business celebrities, community celebrities—the Saint Louis Crisis Nursery’s Celebrity Night for the Nursery 2021 will have them all. Even Spiderman, Wonder Woman, and Elvis! Plus music, balloon artists, and free samples. Grab family and friends and meet celebrities at West County Center’s Restaurant Village, on The Streets of St. Charles, or at Dog Prairie Tavern in St. Paul, Thursday, August 19, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

WALKING FOR A CAUSE Walk to End Alzheimer's® is back as an in-person event this fall, tentatively scheduled at St. Charles Community College. The organization explains that the health and safety of its participants, staff and volunteers remains top priority as they plan the

TALENTED H.S. ARTISTS

event details, and will offer options to participate

The Community & Children’s Resource Board

online. The goal this year is 300 teams and 3000

(CCRB) held an open house to view the artwork

participants. To register: act.alz.org.

of Minnie Adams, a senior at FHN High School

CHILD CENTER ELECTS NEW TEAM

and Sebastian Bierhals, a freshman at Lutheran High School--winners of the CCRB’s High School

The Child Center, Child Advocacy Center of

Art Contest in December. St. Charles County

Northeast Missouri, is pleased to announce

Executive Steve Ehlmann attended to meet the

the election of a new executive team to lead the

talented artists.

organization’s board of directors. Christopher J. Schulte has been elected Board President, Jennifer Patterson, Vice Chair, Jared Howell, Secretary, and Charles “Chuck” Brooks, Treasurer. The Board of Directors also selected former Board Chair Julie Seymore (pictured here) as new Executive Director.

The Child Center is a nonprofit organization

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LOCAL EXPERIENCES

SUMMER ADVENTURE SUMMERTIME IS THE PERFECT OPPORTUNITY FOR ADVENTURE! School is out, the weather is warm and we have vacation time to spend with our families. Make the most of this summer by exploring all our community has to offer. From the best spots to have a picnic to the perfect places to cool off in the water, there’s plenty of fun summertime activities to do as a family. Seize this season of adventure and make some memories!

BEST PICNIC SPOTS + If you're looking for a great spot for a group, check out the two small shelters and four large shelters at Indian Camp Creek Park.

2679 Dietrich Rd., Foristell, MO 63348 + Watch a tugboat float down the Missouri River while you enjoy a picnic at Frontier Park…on the grass, at a picnic table, or group pavilion.

500 S Riverside Dr, St Charles, MO 63301 + Enjoy 250 acres of rolling pastures, wooded hillsides, and the natural surface and paved trails along Peruque Creek at Quail Ridge Park.

560 Interstate Dr., Wentzville, MO 63385 + There are 100 lakes on 3000 acres to spread a blanket and picnic by or watch a sunset at August A. Busch Memorial Conservation Area.

2360 Hwy D, St Charles, MO 63304 + Picnic next to the lake at Fort Zumwalt Park while watching the ducks paddling around the water, or play a rousing game of disc golf.

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WATERY WAYS TO STAY COOL + Enjoy the beauty of the white powdery sands surrounding the lake at Klondike Park, which was once the site of an old silica sand quarry.

4600 S Missouri 94, Augusta, MO 63332 + The Park at New Melle Lakes features a 25-acre lake that's perfect for catch-and-release fishing, as well for renting a kayak or paddleboard.

400 Foristell Rd, Wentzville, MO 63385 + Kids can cool off at the splash park, or you can rent a kayak, canoe, paddleboat or Jon boat at 370 Lakeside Park.

1000 Lakeside Park Drive, St. Peters, MO 63376 + Bromelsiek Park has two great fishing lakes, plus one exclusively for your dog!

1795 Hwy Dd, Defiance, MO 63341 + Kids love the interactive and motion-activated water play at Veterans Tribute Park. And the two lakes here are great for fish-and-release.

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SUMMER ACTIVITIES FOR FAMILIES + The Lewis & Clark Boathouse & Nature Center is an interactive museum that brings to life the 1803-06 journey of Lewis & Clark.

1050 S Riverside Dr, St Charles, MO 63301 + Walk or bike through the scenic 240-mile Katy Trail, much of it following the Missouri River. The St. Charles Trailhead is in Frontier Park.

222 S Riverside Dr, St Charles, MO 63301 + The Foundry Art Centre features international exhibitions, local art studios/galleries, classes and events. All exhibitions are free and open to the public.

520 N Main Center, St Charles, MO 63301 + At Bowlero, there’s something amazing and cool in every corner, including bowling, laser tag, arcade, billiards, and even an indoor fire pit.

8070 Veterans Memorial Pkwy, St Peters, MO 63376 + Putt-putt golf at Swing-A-Round is fun for all ages. There are also

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The collective market, at 5541 Chestnut St., is where over fifty local creators and designers offer everything from the latest in fashion to delightful hand-poured candles and everything in between. “Each visit is a unique experience that offers a completely different variety of items each time,” says owner Susan Brewer. It’s all displayed in a beautiful boutique that is housed in an 1850s home.

And that’s just the inside of the shop. There are more items in the small barn out back.

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definitely a favorite of children and adults alike. Bring a picnic to enjoy on the patio, by the fire pit, or in the covered pavilion. Or, order your favorites from nearby Plank Road Pizza, 1798 BBQ or Cottleville Cookies and Cream. Then stay and play your favorite yard games that are available here.

If it’s the third Saturday of the month in April-October, you’ll enjoy the Farmers/ Makers Market from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Here you will find fresh produce, vintage items, home decor, fashions and much more.

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MORE THAN THE KOCH FAMILY, AND THEY’VE HAD FOUR GENERATIONS TO PERFECT IT. As the owners of Holiday World & Splashin’ Safari in Santa Claus, Indiana, they have come through a difficult year and are back at full blast.

“This season we’re celebrating 75 Years of Family Fun, and honestly, it’s more special than ever because of the tremendous challenges of last year,” says Leah Koch. “The most difficult and frustrating parts of our safety procedures are now no longer necessary, and we’re excited to deliver the best possible Holiday World experience once again.”

Holiday World opened in 1946 as Santa Claus Land. It’s just 3 hours east of St. Louis. From its top-ranking wooden and steel roller coasters to

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HOLIDAY WORLD & SPLASHIN’ SAFARI FEATURES SOME OF BEST COASTERS IN AMERICA

FAMILY FUN ARTICLE JUDY PETERS

the world’s longest water coasters, the attraction has been

recognized as the “cleanest park in the world” for the last two decades.

Splashin’ Safari introduced its newest water coaster, “Cheetah Chase,” in 2020, as the world’s first dueling launched water coaster. And TIME magazine named Holiday World’s “The Voyage” the nation’s No. 1 wooden roller coaster.

One other popular and unique feature is that both parks provide free soft drinks all day, free parking, free inner-tube usage, and free sunscreen.

“I’m proud to say that my siblings and I are in the fourth-generation of a family-owned business that has stood the test of time, and we will continue to devote ourselves to bringing the joy of holiday celebrations to our guests for years to come,” adds Leah.

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JONES CONSTRUCTION HELPS HOMEOWNERS MAKE THE MOST OF THEIR OUTDOOR LIVING SPACES FOR ENTERTAINING AND FAMILY FUN.

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ARTICLE CONNIE HOLUBAR

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Helping homeowners improve their living environ-

“That was a wild ride,” Kelly recalls. “DecKorators

ments and creating new places for families to have fun

was my first venture that allowed me to create entirely

is the primary focus for Jones Home Improvements.

new product categories. Our timing was perfect. It

The Cottleville-based business has been busy the

was around when the whole ‘Extreme Makeover,’

last year adding style, function and value to homes

‘Curb Appeal,’ HGTV craze began,” he says.

across the area, with an expertise in building gorgeous custom decks.

“We had a record year of growth, particularly for clients who wanted to update their decks or add additional spaces for entertaining and summer fun,” says Kelly Jones, company owner.

Jones Home Improvement specializes in a range of home remodeling projects, and while the business

Ultimately, he sold DecKorators to a Michiganbased building products conglomerate, spent a couple of years consulting with the company, and then slipped into a comfortable semi-retirement.

“I missed working with customers and creating outdoor living spaces that provide homeowners and families with comfortable exterior entertaining areas that add value to their homes.”

itself is relatively new, Kelly is no stranger to innova-

As business began to boom this time around, Kelly

tion, creativity and business growth, particularly when

said he began to realize that all the design focus with

it comes to deck building.

decks was on the “top side” of the deck, with little to

Beginning in 1998, while running a successful deck

no focus “below deck.”

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ent repreneu r wel l-k now n i n the deck bu i ld i ng i ndust r y

for product i n novat ions that he has created. A f ter a few yea rs out of the l i mel ig ht, he’s at it aga i n.”

products like composite decking, attractive railings and lighting, but no one in the industry has really focused too much on what’s going on down below,” Kelly said.

Addressing those “below deck” issues to put the proper finish on the decks the company builds has become a new focus. “I want our decks to look great from every angle, not just while you are on them,” he says.

To achieve that goal, Kelly has focused on designing another new product line that includes post wraps, decorative fascia, customizable accents and archways – all of powder coated aluminum and available in a variety of colors (black, bronze and white). The new design elements not only look great, but they also help to address problems that can plague outdoor structures that are Stair Fascia with Fleur de Lis

exposed to the elements year-round.

“Where corners meet is often a problem area, and our new decorative fascia products solve that problem,” says Kelly.

Customers are loving the design options and new features, and referrals are fueling business growth.

Kelly and his team are currently developing their plans for a national product launch later this year, under the new brand name Art DecKo. With summer in full swing, and backyard fun a priority, home improvements like turning a simple deck into an attractive outdoor living area can add both style and function that families can enjoy for years to come.

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New & Improved Parks ARTICLE JUDY PETERS

ST. CHARLES CITY AND COUNTY ADDING NEW PARKS, AND IMPROVING SOME EXISTING ONES

MISSOURI BLUFFS PARK, THE 286-ACRE PROP-

for park trails, as well as 200 acres that the County will

ERTY LOCATED AT 18 RESEARCH PARK CIRCLE IN

continue to lease to the Missouri Bluffs Golf Course. A

ST. CHARLES WILL SOON BECOME THE LATEST

targeted opening date has not yet been set.

ADDITION TO THE ST. CHARLES COUNTY PARKS

Meanwhile, for those local history buffs, St. Charles

DEPARTMENT. Planned amenities include group camp-

County Parks has added another historical home to visit...

ing, a low ropes course, trails, disc golf, and picnic shelter.

The Hays Home at Matson Hill Park.

The St. Charles County Parks Dept. purchased the prop-

The beautiful 1830s stone home was built by

erty from the University of Missouri System in October

Daniel Boone Hays, grandson of famous frontiersman

2019. The property includes 86 acres to be developed

Daniel Boone. Free, self-guided tours are available on

Kinetic Park Splash Play

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weekends. The homestead also features museum-quality displays on the Hays and Boone families.

Future plans for this area of the park include the construction of an 1830s style timber-framed barn-like shelter with historic architec-

offer four new areas: an indoor activity center, a bike playground and skills course, splash play, and an “adventure” playground.

ture and double doors that open on three sides. This new venue will

The park has been chosen to host the area’s first Red Bull UCI

accommodate up to 100 guests and will be available for weddings

Pump Track World Championships Qualifier on July 31. This pre-

and special events.

miere athletic biking competition is one of four 2021 qualifying races

Meanwhile, the County Parks Dept. is doing a major revamp of

scheduled in the US, and the only one of its kind in Missouri.

the Youth Activity Park in Dardenne Prairie and changing the name

Two-hundred racing competitors, ages 17+, will race against the

to Kinetic Park. The major transformation will be all about energy in

clock on the large asphalt pump track, with the top four men and

motion through adventures and play. Construction began this spring

women from this qualifier advancing to the Red Bull UCI Pump Track

at the park and is expected to be complete by the end of 2022.

World Championships in Europe later this year. The top male finisher

In addition to the park’s already unique features, including the largest pump track in the United States, the largest outdoor skate park

and top female finisher will receive an all-expenses paid trip to the World event and compete for the championship title.

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in Missouri, and a 30-foot indoor rock-climbing wall, Kinetic Park will

Hays House

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE (CONTINUED) Plans for new St. Charles park

At an open house this Spring and through an online survey, four design concepts were presented for feedback.

There is exciting new progress being made on a new park in the

At an open house this Spring and through an online survey, four

City of St. Charles. The St. Charles Parks and Recreation Department

design concepts were presented for feedback. Each concept fea-

and Orchard Farm School District are in the process of coordinating

tures seven different core program areas and amenities. Some of

efforts to design a new park in conjunction with the School District’s

the ideas include a lake, trails, disc golf, a field house, a bike park,

new high school campus. In 2018, Orchard Farm School District

playground, shelters, plenty of green space, and “the Hub,” an active

purchased 96.9 acres of land located off Highway 94 and Highway

program area with activities such as pickleball, concessions and

B and in 2019 the City of St. Charles, by and through its Parks and

food trucks, social spaces, water recreation access, and game areas

Recreation Board, purchased the adjacent 97 acres of property. This

such as mini golf, batting cages, and yard games.

unique opportunity to collaborate will create a space for both the school district and community to enjoy.

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Louisans, it's the first opportunity to see

MUSIC ON THE RIVERFRONT

RIVERFEST RETURNS

and 8:30 p.m. at Shakespeare Glen. All

ABT’s main company live in more than 25 years. Performances are at 5:30 p.m.

Frontier Park

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Frontier Park but at the Lewis & Clark

over the river. Parking is available at the Lewis

Boathouse, every other Thursday eve-

& Clark Boat House lot, Saint Charles City

ning through August. All performances

Hall parking garage, on Main Street, Second

begin at 7:30 p.m. and are free of charge.

and Water Streets, North Main Street, and the

Lewis & Clark Boathouse

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MAY-SEPT YOGA AT THE STREETS Beale Street

Yoga on Beale is also returning for the 2021 season, with sunrise sessions

Events/Riverfest

THE MUNY IS BACK!

The Muny at Forest Park

Enjoy entertainment under the stars once again...the Muny is back! Kicking

6, 20

it off is Smokey Joe’s Cafe, set in St.

TWILIGHT TUESDAYS

such as “Yakety Yak,” “Jailhouse Rock,”

Louis’ historic Gaslight Square, featuring Grammy Award-winning favorites

CWS Amphitheater- Legacy Park

“On Broadway” and “Love Potion No. 9.”

led by YogaSix the second Saturday of

Enjoy the great music and fun of Twilight

For Muny.org/tickets.

each month, May through September

Tuesdays all summer at Legacy Park

from 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 a.m. Practices will

from 6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Featuring live

take place May 8th, June 12th, July 10th,

bands: The GOOD VIBES July 6 and The

August 14th, and September 11th. There

Coyote Band July 20.

is a $5 fee for participation, with the pro-

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ATHENA KICK-OFF

THRU AUG 15

BEALE STREET CONCERTS

off the 2021-22 programming year with

MISSOURI PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE

ceeds benefiting a local charity.

La Belle Vie

Join ATHENA as the organization kicks

Beale Street

a great evening of socializing and net-

The Beale Street Concert Series at The

working. Ticket includes hors d’oeuvres,

Streets of St. Charles feature Queens

two drinks, and live music on the patio

St. Peters Cultural Arts Centre

Blvd. on July 14, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

at La Belle Vie/The Cafe at Frenchtown.

Artwork which promotes "a better

Concert attendance is free, and food

July 29, 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Members:

understanding of Missouri, its regions,

and drink will be available on Beale

free, guests $25. AthenaMo.org/event/

communities, and people, both past and

Street

athena-2021-2022-kickoff/.

present," is featured in the Missouri 2021

located at Streets of St. Charles. Bring

Bicentennial Art Show at the St. Peters

lawn chairs. No outside food, drink or

Cultural Arts Centre through August 15.

coolers are allowed.

SATURDAYS FOOD & FUN AT FARMERS MARKET

from

the

many

restaurants

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Would you like to get in touch with

Shakespeare Glen

you! Contact us at CityLifestyle.

Foundry Art Centre parking lot, 500

American Ballet Theatre will perform

com/StCharlesCounty using the

North Riverside Dr. Find fresh pro-

two shows on July 14, Bastille Day, as

Get In Touch link and let us know

duce, baked goods, jams, eggs, soaps,

part of an eight-city national tour. For St.

what you think.

Foundry Art Centre Parking Lot

St. Charles Lions Club Farmers Market, Saturdays 7:00 a.m. - Noon, at The

and much more.

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us? We would love to hear from

TRAVEL DESTINATION

Explore National Parks Across the U.S. 3 TOP NATIONAL PARKS TO VISIT NOW

THE

UNITED

STATES’

NATIONAL

PARKS,

WHICH

ARE KNOWN FOR THEIR NATURAL WONDERS AND UNMATCHED

BEAUTY,

ENCOMPASS

LANDS

THAT

HELPED SHAPE THE HISTORY OF THIS COUNTRY AND HOLD CULTURAL VALUE AND SIGNIFICANCE. The national parks invite us to stretch our imaginations—and our legs—and explore the great outdoors. This list of national parks just scratches the surface of the natural wonders to wonderlands to discover, but it includes three of the most stunning national parks in the United States.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN NATIONAL PARK

1.

Rocky Mountain National Park includes majestic mountains, abundant wildlife, incredible hiking trails and so much more. Popular activities include fishing, hiking, riding horses and bikes and enjoying the spectacular views.

Wintertime

brings

cross-country

skiing,

snowshoeing and sledding.

YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK Located in California’s Sierra Nevada Mountains,

2.

Yosemite National Park boasts giant sequoia trees, breathtaking waterfalls, vast meadows and more.

The park is home to unique rock formations like El Capitan, Half Dome and Glacier Point. Gaze in awe at Yosemite’s thousands of waterfalls.

3.

YELLOWSTONE NATIONAL PARK Yellowstone’s 2.2 million acres include colorful hot springs, awe-inspiring waterfalls, fascinating mudpots, explosive geysers, diverse wildlife and more. It is home to more hot springs and geysers than anywhere else on Earth. The oldest and largest herd of bison in the country lives here.

Hopefully, this list has inspired you to start planning your next adventure.

Whether the mountains are calling, your inner daredevil needs to be satiated or a scenic road trip is in order, America’s national parks are begging to be explored!

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REALTY REPORT NEIGHBORHOOD

ST. CHARLES COUNTY REALTY REPORT

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG DOM BDRMS BATHS

August Estates - Stanton Ct

$1,389,000

$1,389,000

100

5

6

6

Spring Mill Estate - Dorothy Ann Ct

$989,000

$1,050,000

106

0

5

5

Westleigh - Westleigh Ct

$1,125,000

$1,050,000

93

11

5

5

Spring Mill Estate - Chad Crossing

$829,900

$835,000

101

31

4

6

Ridge Creek Estates - Matts Way

$800,000

$820,000

102

31

5

6

Windcastle - Castle Bluff Dr

$849,000

$820,000

96

0

3

5

Whitmoor Country Club - Whitmoor Dr

$750,000

$750,000

100

48

5

4

Bluff at Crimson Oaks - Eddleston Ct

$675,000

$720,000

106

8

6

5

Fox Haven - Haven Wood

$685,000

$715,000

104

5

4

4

Hidden Creek - Hidden Creek Ct

$595,000

$673,000

113

3

5

5

Lake St Louis - Dauphine Dr

$675,000

$665,000

98

4

3

2

Bogey Hills Estate - Bogey Estates

$565,000

$650,000

115

3

4

3

Wyndemere Estates - Wyndemere Lake

$629,000

$616,000

98

10

4

5

Whitmoor Country Club - Clifden Dr

$615,000

$615,000

100

4

4

4

Talbridge - Talbridge Dr

$615,000

$615,000

100

0

5

5

Hamptons - Sag Harbor Ct

$595,000

$612,000

102

2

4

3

Deer Valley Estates - Possum Trot Ridge

$600,000

$600,000

100

6

4

5

Auburn Trace - Auburn Trace Ln

$540,000

$560,000

103

4

4

4

Information is a sampling of data from the MLS from 5/11/21-6/11/21

SEE

Your

HOME HERE!

Contact Susan Brewer today and learn how she can put her knowledge and experience to work for you

Susan Brewer

| 314.540.0734 | Susan@SusanBrewer.com CityLifestyle.com/StCharlesCounty

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