Arch City Homes Blog
Find real estate advice for both buyers and sellers, as well as market trends, homeowner tips, pet friendly real estate, St. Louis information, and general real estate advice.
New Grocery Store Coming to Lafayette Square
There are many wonderful neighborhoods in the City of St. Louis. These city neighborhoods offer historic homes, walkable communities and friendly neighbors. But some of the best neighborhoods don't have all of the conveniences that you would find in a suburban...
Exploring St. Louis: Amy’s Corner Bakeshop
Today I stumbled on a new business in The Grove neighborhood. I was dropping of my dogs at the K9 Athletic Club to have my foster dog Padme evaluated by their trainer, and I noticed the sign for Amy's Corner Bakeshop on the same corner. The stylish sign and promise of...
10 St. Louis Unique Restaurant Dishes
If you are like me, you have one or two go-to menu items at each of your favorite restaurants. I tend to be drawn to items that use my favorite ingredients and meals you can't just find anywhere. You can get a burger, turkey sandwich or lasagna at hundreds of...
What are the Best Public Schools in St. Louis?
If you are trying to decide where to buy your next home, one of the questions you are probably asking is how good are the public schools. While there are plenty of websites which rank schools, determining which is the best St. Louis school isn't as simple as going to...
What is Most Important to Home Buyers?
The National Association of Realtors surveyed 1st time home buyers to find out about their buying habits, and Doorsteps.com turned it into an infographic that helps spell out what is important to the 1st time home buyer. With 39% of people purchasing homes first time...
St. Louis Area Murder Map
The St. Louis Post Dispatch recently published a map showing the murders in the St. Louis area since the beginning of 2013. The map excludes police officer-involved shootings and justifiable homicides. Click on a marker for more details and links to the...
St. Louis in Pictures ~ Arch Upgrades Coming Soon
The St. Louis Arch is probably the most photographed spot in St. Louis. Last April, I was in the area and decided to stop and take some pictures. I'm glad I did. It was a beautiful day and captured what I see and feel when I'm on the Arch grounds. My favorite shot is...
St. Louis Rebate Program ~ Cash for Landscaping Projects
St. Louis homeowners who are considering major landscaping projects may be eligible for up to $2,000 in rebates. Before spending money this spring on major projects, eligible residents should see if delaying their plans until later this year or next year could save...
St. Louis Central West End – New Restaurants Opening Soon
The Central West End is a thriving community with dozens of restaurants, bars, coffee shops and cafes. While the neighborhood is filled with many longtime favorites, there are a few new restaurants getting ready to open soon. Gamlin Whiskey House: There will be a new...
St. Louis Recycling Program: Plastic Garden Pots and Trays
Photo Credit: The Amanda (flickr) The Missouri Botanical Gardens operates the most extensive public garden recycling program in the nation. The Plastic Pot Recycling program has saved over 1 million pounds of plastic garden pots, cell packs and trays from landfills....
