About the neighborhood

Mid County offers a serene and calm community with low traffic noise levels, fostering a peaceful atmosphere throughout the neighborhood. A rich variety of housing options, including single detached homes and spacious units ranging from lofts to four or more bedrooms, provides ample choices. Residents can access over 50 nearby parks like Stacy Park and Greentree Park, ideal for relaxation and outdoor activities. Convenient public transit connections are available through several MetroLink Blue Line stations and numerous bus routes, making commuting accessible. Proximity to both public and private schools as well as a broad selection of grocery stores, restaurants, and cafes adds to daily convenience.

Characteristics

Transportation

It is convenient for pedestrians to get around in Mid County; many daily errands can be run without a car, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. In contrast, this area is not particularly amenable to cycling as the bicycling network is rather poor, and riding is made difficult by the often steep terrain. Getting around by transit can be difficult in Mid County as a result of the infrequent service. Nonetheless, there is the U City Big Bend Metrolink Station, Shrewsbury Metrolink Station and Wellston Metrolink Station with access to the MetroLink Blue Line and MetroLink Red Line. There are a multitude of rapid transit stations on the MetroLink Blue Line and MetroLink Red Line. Homeowners benefit from around 20 bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is usually very close by. On the other hand, driving is usually the favored means of transportation in this area. It is straightforward to park, and most properties for sale are a reasonably short drive from the nearest highway, such as I-44.

Services

Residents will appreciate the proximity to both primary and secondary schools, which are within a short distance from the majority of houses for sale in Mid County. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. Regarding food, a supermarket is ordinarily accessible within a reasonably short trip from anywhere in Mid County. Delmar Boulevard is among the best streets for food stores. Additionally, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a good number of choices, and there are also over 50 coffee shops in Mid County. It is also convenient to reach a variety of clothing stores as a pedestrian.

Character

Mid County is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this area. Mid County is very quiet overall, as the streets are usually very tranquil. However, there are over 250 public green spaces nearby for residents to discover, like Watson Trail Park and Emmeneger Nature Park, which makes it easy to reach them. Lastly, although this part of Kirkwood is not known for its lively atmosphere, with its over 50 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities.

Car friendly8.8

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a very low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly4.8

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.4

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Transit friendly2.8

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.6

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries7.0

Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance