Most Interesting Suburb Not Named Clayton (Maplewood, Republic: hair salon, real estate, daycare)

[kcmo]

Clayton is not a very big place, nice skyline, but only about 10k actually live there if I remember correctly.

I would say Kirkwood if I had to choose, but like others have said, don't overlook south city or CWE, that's where I would live if I didn't have kids.

[ajf131]

Town and Country is another nice suburb you might want to look at. However, keep in mind it is one of the more expensive ones. Clayton, Ladue, Frontenac, and Town and Country are likely going to be the most expensive suburbs outside of the city.

[12GO]

I've never understood the higher prices in many of the STL areas of the city. I mean lets face it, a driveway that isn't big enough to back a 28 foot trailer into or there isn't even a driveway at all (that's just plain dumb!) , why is these places so over priced? Parking on a busy street is not a good lifestyle. Why would I not want to live in the city? Because saying bless you to your neighbor when they sneeze and you are both in your homes is too close together!

[aragx6]

Originally Posted by 12GO

I've never understood the higher prices in many of the STL areas of the city. I mean lets face it, a driveway that isn't big enough to back a 28 foot trailer into or there isn't even a driveway at all (that's just plain dumb!) , why is these places so over priced? Parking on a busy street is not a good lifestyle. Why would I not want to live in the city? Because saying bless you to your neighbor when they sneeze and you are both in your homes is too close together!

Turns out I don't have that much use for a drive way that I can park a 28-foot trailer into! I'll readily exchange such a "luxury" for a walkable vibrant neighborhood with restaurants, parks, shopping and bars within walking distance.

[AJohnston_STL]

Originally Posted by aragx6

Turns out I don't have that much use for a drive way that I can park a 28-foot trailer into! I'll readily exchange such a "luxury" for a walkable vibrant neighborhood with restaurants, parks, shopping and bars within walking distance.

Amen. What a ridiculous post. Yep, I need a yard IN THE CITY to hold my 28 foot trailer and my horses.

[aragx6]

The largest thing I would ever need to house in my city driveway would be one of those little pop-up campers. I have seen many a city back yard that would hold such an item, or worst comes to worst you rent a space somewhere for what? less than $50 a month. It's not something I would need access to everyday... only the occasional weekend.

In reality I can't think of many suburban areas that one could house such an item either. Even if you have your standard two-car garage driveway, any decent, well run HOA will outlaw boats, RVs and the like being parked right out front!

[12GO]

In reality I can't think of many suburban areas that one could house such an item either. Even if you have your standard two-car garage driveway, any decent, well run HOA will outlaw boats, RVs and the like being parked right out front![/quote]







Guess the Constitution doesn't mean anything to you? The part about Property rights when you own the property? 99% of HOA's are in fact a violation of the Constitution. If I ever bought a home in a subdivision that had a HOA that said they could control what I have on MY PROPERTY, I would be gald to take them to court (as I did with one already and won) and prove they are overstepping the limits. A HOA is in most cases nothing more than a noisy neighbor gossip society.

[AJohnston_STL]

Originally Posted by 12GO

In reality I can't think of many suburban areas that one could house such an item either. Even if you have your standard two-car garage driveway, any decent, well run HOA will outlaw boats, RVs and the like being parked right out front!

Guess the Constitution doesn't mean anything to you? The part about Property rights when you own the property? 99% of HOA's are in fact a violation of the Constitution. If I ever bought a home in a subdivision that had a HOA that said they could control what I have on MY PROPERTY, I would be gald to take them to court (as I did with one already and won) and prove they are overstepping the limits. A HOA is in most cases nothing more than a noisy neighbor gossip society.[/quote]

Maybe you should consider being a good neighbor. I personally appreciate standards that cities put in to place, like not being able to park a huge RV in the road. It looks trashy and is just too big for cars to pass in both directions. If you live in an urban area and have to have an RV, pay for storage.

[12GO]

Originally Posted by AJohnston_STL

Maybe you should consider being a good neighbor. I personally appreciate standards that cities put in to place, like not being able to park a huge RV in the road. It looks trashy and is just too big for cars to pass in both directions. If you live in an urban area and have to have an RV, pay for storage.

I am a good neighbor. But I do not seee the point in paying extra for living somewhere that doesn't even have a driveway. And parking in an alley is nuts. As for an RV, I don't have one and don't want one, but if I have a neighbor that wants one, why should it bother me? They are the one paying for it, not me. I also hear some people moan and groan over someone's older vehicle that might not be the best painted or even has different color , say doors, or fenders. Why should I care what color combo it is? I'm not the one driving it and paying for it. Besides, any old American made car in any condition is far better looking than any new import!

[aragx6]

Originally Posted by 12GO

Why should I care what color combo it is? I'm not the one driving it and paying for it.

Because it affects the value of your property. Trashy cars, big RVs and poorly cared for grass negatively impacts the price people will pay for your home.

Originally Posted by 12GO

Besides, any old American made car in any condition is far better looking than any new import!

Congratulations, that is the stupidest thing I've read today.