Welcome to Creve Coeur
Creve Coeur is a thriving community in central St. Louis County with beautiful homes, acres of parkland, hundreds of businesses, and several high-tech offices. In addition to the lovely Creve Coeur Lake, which gives the city its name, this neighborhood is also home to seven public parks. These parks afford the community a distinct green scenery that's a tier higher than most neighborhoods in St. Louis.
What to Love
- Creve Coeur Lake
- Top-notch school districts, including Ladue and Parkway School Districts
- Home to exceptional hospitals
Local Lifestyle
Neighborhoods in Creve Coeur have cozy ranch homes and peaceful, tree-lined avenues. All residents have access to warm neighborhoods and lovely public places, and the quality of these residences is consistent throughout.
Along with Creve Coeur Lake, the town has seven public parks that cover over 80 acres of stunning natural space. Olive Boulevard is a crucial area for commerce in St. Louis. It has a vibrant retail and service sector as well as locally owned restaurants and boutique stores.
Dining, Entertainment, & Shopping
Close to Fountain Park is Creve Coeur Shopping Center. Inside you’ll find Club Fitness and Kohl's, the latter of which has everything you want and offers plenty of discounts and coupons. Michael Gevonese Jewelers offers an unparalleled selection of gems and diamonds, fine and fashion jewelry, and in-house custom jewelry artisans for clients looking for one-of-a-kind creations. Head to Antique Mall of Creve Coeur for vintage and mid-century modern items.
Things to Do
Creve Couer Ice Arena is an indoor ice skating rink in the Dielmann Recreation Complex. Here, you'll find people with all skating abilities harmoniously moving around the rink. They have skating buckets for kids to use when they're learning to skate, and the instructors are amiable and professional. There's lots of fun to be had at the Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park. Visitors can rent bicycles and spend the day exploring the park in summer and spring. You can rent a kayak, boat, canoe, or paddleboard and get out onto the pristine waters. The 3.8-mile trail surrounding Creve Coeur Lake is perfect for bikers, walkers, and joggers who want to take in the gorgeous view of the lake. Pets are permitted as long as they are on-leash.
Millenium Park is one of the biggest parks in Creve Couer. Amenities include a zero-depth splash pad, a 100-seat pavilion, two playgrounds, a walking trail, a grill, and the historic Tappmeyer House, a beautifully maintained 19th-century homestead. That Painting Spot is a great place to explore your artistic side. Here, you can relax and have fun with family and friends.
Schools
The Parkway School District serves Creve Coeur's western portion, while the Ladue School District serves its eastern portion. Top schools in this neighborhood include:
- Saint Louis Priory School, Grades 7-12
- Whitfield School, Grades 6-12, Rated #9 in Best Private High Schools in Missouri
- Rossman School, Grades PK-6