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Metro East Overview
Looking to move to the Metro East area? We’ve compiled everything you need to know about moving to this amazing city!
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Metro East At a Glance
The Metro East is a region in Southern Illinois that serves as commuter suburbs for those working in or near the city. Here you will find larger homes and lots that are more affordable, and a small town feel with close access to the city of St. Louis. Taxes on the Illinois side are higher, however, so figure that in against the more affordable housing. Metro East cities include Belleville, O’Fallon, Granite City, Columbia, Edwardsville, Alton, and Collinsville.
- Attractions: Edwardsville Children’s Museum, Skyview Drive In, Grafton Zipline, Eckert’s Farm, Cahokia Mounds, The Edge
- Family Friendly Restaurants: The Loading Dock, Sacred Grounds Cafe, Teaspoons Cafe, Cleveland-Heath, Peel Wood Fired Pizza, The Abbey, Flock and Food Truck Park
- Nightlife: Old Bakery Beer Company, Fast Eddie’s, The Weingarten
- Small Businesses of Note: Afterwords Books, Circa Boutique, Seams for the Soul, Lou Belle and Bing
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“Alton is a great fit for our family. The history is rich here along the Mississippi River. There’s a vibe with our shops and restaurants that makes it home. Plus, we’re close to everything in St. Louis, making commutes and fun activities easy.”
“I love living in Edwardsville because it has a small town feel with the amenities of a bigger city. And it’s just a 30-40 min drive to everything in STL city and county.“
Interested in Exploring Other Areas in St. Louis?
In addition to Metro East, there’s many other great locations in St. Louis to choose from. Check them out!
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