subject: Top Neighborhoods In Kansas City, Minneapolis, And St. Louis [print this page] Moving somewhere is difficult, but if you are prepared well in advance, then it wont be too much of a bother when you have to adjust to new surroundings and lifestyles. Here are some of the popular neighborhoods, so take a look and then decide accordingly.
Kansas City:
River Market
This neighborhood is a hot favorite among urban enthusiasts and young professionals due to having Midwest's largest Farmer's Market and numerous lofts and condominiums to choose from when it comes to housing. It also includes the legendary Italian neighborhood of Columbus Park. It is a great area that has lovely walking trails. Married couples that stay here are usually both working. If you have kids, then they will have many chances to make new friends. Almost 11% of kids in this neighborhood attend private schools.
Westside
In 2008, Westside was named as of the country's top 10 neighborhoods by Cottage Living magazine. There are many third and fourth generation Mexican-American families living here but over the years the population has emerged as being multiracial and multicultural, which make Westside one of the citys top neighborhoods when it comes to diversity. The architecture shows similar influence as residents are remodeling old homes and building newer, modern ones too. Many married couples stay here and around 18% have children. Working professionals are mostly employed in service or sales/office positions and one-half of married couples are both working. The hilltop location is yet another reason why Westside is so popular.
If you are thinking about moving here, it is best to approach movers in Kansas City beforehand so that you can take your time in choosing the company that is suitable in terms of budget and needs. Searching online is the best options as the choices are endless.
Minneapolis:
Whittier Neighborhood
This neighborhood is situated in Minneapolis' near south side, south of Downtown Minneapolis. It is an extremely diverse neighborhood and one of Minneapolis oldest. You can spot many old buildings, markets, and ethnic restaurants here. It is bordered by Franklin Avenue on the north, Interstate 35W on the east, Lake Street West on the south, and Lyndale Avenue South on the west. There are some wealthy families here who stay in the old Victorian homes that have been majestically restored, on Stevens Avenue. There are multi-family units here too with almost 90% of the housing comprising renters. You will find an interesting mix of Caucasian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Somali, Hispanic, Caribbean, and Black populations. There are many choices when it comes to fine dining with African, American, Asian fusion, Caribbean, Chinese, German, Greek, Mexican, Middle Eastern, and Vietnamese restaurants situated on Eat Street, which is a stretch of 13 blocks with international restaurants, coffee shops and markets on Nicollet Avenue, from Grant Street to 29th Street.
Linden Hills
This area is an attractive prosperous neighborhood in the southwest of Minneapolis. There were many lakeside cottages earlier as it is bordered on the north by Lake Calhoun and by Lake Harriet on the east. But by the late 19th century, many were demolished and now there are many single-family homes that have replaced those. 65% are owners of their homes while 35% are renters. Residents here are mostly Caucasian even though Asian and Hispanic populations are increasing, thereby contributing to diversity. The median income here is around 40% more than the average for Minneapolis.
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St. Louis:
Central West End
Stretching from Midtown's western edge to Union Boulevard, this affluent neighborhood forms a border around Forest Park and has numerous free cultural institutions. The atmosphere here is like a quaint old town with unusual elaborate turn-of-the-century lamp posts and cobblestone streets, which add to the flavor. This neighborhood became famous with the arrival of the 1904 World's Fair. This trendy area is filled with cozy pubs, chic boutiques, fascinating antique shops, great sidewalk cafes, and exciting galleries. It has the perfect blend of Europe, New York, and typical St. Louis. When exploring the place, do visit all the popular attractions in this area like the spectacular Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, housing the worlds largest collection of mosaic art. Right next to the commercial district, there is stately turn-of-the-century homes with tree-lined streets that make the area stand out. Famous playwright Tennessee Williams family apartment is located here.
Forest Park
This is the 7th largest urban park in the country and is touted as being a natural oasis in the midst of an urban environment. It sprawls over 1300 acres in the middle of the St. Louis metropolitan area. Did you know that Forest Park is bigger than New York City's Central Park? There are some very important museums of St. Louis located here such as the Saint Louis Art Museum and the Missouri History Museum. There is also the Saint Louis Science Center, the world-renowned Saint Louis Zoo (free), and the Municipal Opera, the country's largest outdoor theatre. There is a flower conservatory too, which is called the Jewel Box that hosts special events. There are bike and pedestrian paths enjoyed by both residents and visitors. People of all ages, economic backgrounds and races interact and live with each other in peace and harmony.
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