French Village, MO

French Village is a small town located in the northeast corner of St. Louis County, Missouri. The population was 2,829 at the 2010 census. French Village is known for its historic architecture and its proximity to Lambert-St. Louis International Airport.

The town was founded in 1892 by a group of French immigrants who were looking for a place to raise their families in peace and tranquility. The original settlers built homes on what is now known as "The Hill." Today, much of the town's charm remains unchanged thanks to the efforts of the community's preservationists.

French Village is home to many businesses and organizations that support its residents and contribute to the local economy. These include two banks (BMO Harris Bank and Regions Bank), two restaurants (Pizza Hut and Subway), two convenience stores (7-Eleven and Circle K), two hair salons, three churches (Catholic, Lutheran, Presbyterian), four schools (K-12), one library (the French Village Branch Library) and one park/playground (Lambert Park).

Real estate in French Village is primarily residential with a few commercial properties scattered throughout the town. The average price for an acre of land in French Village is $130,000 while the average price for an apartment or condo unit ranges from $100-$300 per square foot depending on location and size.

The market for real estate in French Village has been stable over recent years with modest growth rates averaging around 2%. This stability has been attributed to several factors including low unemployment rates within St Louis County as well as limited new development opportunities within the town itself due to its historical character and proximity to Lambert-St Louis International Airport which serves as a major transportation hub for eastern Missouri