Relocating to Scott AFB. Where do I want to live? Please help! (O'Fallon: apartments, rental)

[panzerattack41]

Good info TSOLfan...thanks! Having some on-site intel is always awesome. Hoping to do my house hunting prior to PCS BUT my current job is being obstinate!

[wysongj]

The metrolink is a great idea for you guys! It's fairly cheap, and a lot less headache than going through the gate every morning. WE are stationed at Scott, and are here through february. If you need help with anything just DM me, and I will try to help. We live on base, and love the house.
Soulard is a great place, not too much crime, and great neighborhood.
Good luck!

[anr_black]

I had a friend whose husband was stationed at Scott, and she said all the local realtors told her O'fallon. Good schools, close to base, older, small-town layout with several new subdivisions. Something for everyone! And I think Ofallon has a pretty good resale value as well, given the high turnover of a section of its resident.

[panzerattack41]

Im in a quandry right now about living near the base (O'Fallon) or getting a loft and taking the metro everyday...if I can ever get boots on the ground for a visit that would help me make up my mind methinks!

[TSOLfan]

From what I have been told by my POC at Scott, if you are young and single, downtown is the way to go. If you have a family, O'Fallon is probably more appealing. I think it also depends on what you are doing at the base and what your hours will be. My hours won't be the usual 9-5, so the Metro won't work for me, but the drive really isn't bad. Hopefully you can get out there and decide for yourself! Good Luck!

[Lantern0506]

Hey folks,

Moving to Scott myself in June. Been racking my brain trying to figure out where to live.

Typically, I have always lived close to the base, but I kinda like the idea of not driving.

What exactly is the loft distrct and how long is the METRO ride? Thanks in advance

[New2SouthernIL]

My family and I are looking to move in June...I have found several sites online to find rental homes...would I have any luck driving around the area to look for "For Rent" signs? Also, what are some local newspapers I can look up online for their classified ads?

[STLCardsBlues1989]

The loft district is on Washington Avenue in Downtown St. Louis. It seems to be a pretty hip area. It's mostly renovated warehouses and factories. Last I heard occupation for rental units Downtown was 88%. I'm not sure about the Loft District specifically. Brickmama could tell you more about it.

Try the tripfinder. Metro TripFinder - Transit Itinerary Trip Planner: - -
Might give you an idea of the commute from Downtown to Scott.
I believe the Scott Airforce Base station is Shiloh Scott station.
Keep in mind, there have been some service cuts.

Best of luck!

[panzerattack41]

Here is some info I have been able to glean from my research...oh I am PCS'ing to Scott AFB October this year:
Looks like a pretty consistent 40 min METRO ride from 8th and Pine (a Loft district station give or take a few blocks) station to Scott AFB (Shiloh station). Last train arrives there (Scott) each eve 11:41PM (going off 30 Mar tables). There are LOTS of early morning and normal working hour rides avail in my estimation. The metro definitely looks like a player for my schedule if indeed I live in "The LOU"!


How do ya like that St Louis peeps...i'm using your lingo now!

[Brickmama]

The loft district is a section of Washington Ave from 6th to 18th that contains warehouses rehabbed into loft apts and condos. The street was redone earlier this decade which has spurred a large amount a development. The street has state of the art lighting and contains street level retail. Most of the retail is trendy bars, restaurants, pubs, shops, markets, clothing stores, a bowling alley, convention center, hotels, and other everyday needs. Its considered one of the more vibrant walkable streets in STL. Hope this helps.