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Creve Coeur, MO

Creve Coeur is a city located in mid-St. Louis County, Missouri, United States, a part of Greater St. Louis. Its population was 18,834 at the 2020 census. Creve Coeur borders and shares a ZIP code (63141) with the neighboring city of Town and Country. It is home to the headquarters of Drury Hotels and was the home of Monsanto until its acquisition by Bayer in 2018.

The name crève cœur (French pronunciation: [krɛv kœʁ], "heartbreak") is said to derive from Creve Coeur Lake. According to the city's website, the tale goes that the lake "formed itself into a broken heart" after an Indian princess's unrequited love for a French fur trapper led her to jump "from a ledge overlooking" the lake.

Written accounts and archaeological finds show that Native Americans inhabited the Creve Coeur area from 9500 BC to 1800 AD. French explorers began farming and fishing in the area in the early 18th century, and fur trappers settled there in the early 19th century. When the area was acquired by the United States through the Louisiana Purchase in 1803, the Lewis and Clark Expedition came through Creve Coeur. During the American Civil War, men from the area served on both sides of the conflict, but most residents were Southern sympathizers.

Creve Coeur was incorporated in 1949. Although cabins more than 200 years old (including two still in Conway Park) are in the community, it grew primarily as a stopping point along Olive Boulevard (now Route 340) between University City and Creve Coeur Lake. It expanded faster following the construction of Interstate 270 and U.S. Route 40. The lake and its associated park of the same name, the first county park in St. Louis County, is now part of Maryland Heights north of Creve Coeur.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 10.27 square miles (26.60 km2), all land.

Health-care facilities in Creve Coeur include Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital, which is home to a satellite facility of the Alvin J. Siteman Cancer Center. Creve Coeur also contains Mercy Hospital St. Louis.

Creve Coeur places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. The Creve Coeur Parks & Recreation is a central hub for fitness and community activities, offering fitness classes, sports leagues, and wellness programs. Creve Coeur is also home to healthcare institutions, like Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital and Mercy Hospital St. Louis, ensuring residents have access to top-notch medical services. Aquarius Wellness Center For Healing Arts provides holistic services including massages and skin care treatments for relaxation and rejuvenation. STL: Chiropractic & Performance Center specializes in chiropractic care, helping individuals alleviate pain and improve mobility. RevitaLife focuses on anti-aging and wellness services including hormone therapy and nutritional counseling. HavenHouse St. Louis supports and accommodates families with loved ones in medical crisis, emphasizing the importance of emotional well-being. Club Fitness provides excellent facilities for exercise and personal training.
 

Top sites in Creve Coeur, MO include Millennium Park, Campbell House Museum, and River City Casino Hotel.
 

Population: 18,565 (2022). Elevation: 614 ft (187 m). Area: 10.28 sq mi (26.61 km2). ZIP Code: 63141. Area code: 314.

FAQs

What is Creve Coeur, MO known for?

Creve Coeur is recognized as a key node for technology, life, and biosciences, and medical services in the St. Louis region. It is home to Bayer, the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center & the Bio Research and Development Growth Park, all located in the 39 North Agtech Innovation District. Isle of Capri Casinos moved its headquarters to Creve Coeur from Biloxi, Mississippi, in 2006. The state of Missouri and the city of Creve Coeur had offered the Isle of Capri more than $4.2 million in tax incentives.

Is Creve Coeur, MO a nice neighborhood?

Creve Coeur is in St. Louis County and is one of the best places to live in Missouri. Living in Creve Coeur offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Creve Coeur, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals and retirees live in Creve Coeur and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Creve Coeur are highly rated.

What is the crime rate in Creve Coeur, MO?

The crime rate in Creve Coeur is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 21 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Creve Coeur is 1 in 48. Based on FBI crime data, Creve Coeur is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Missouri, Creve Coeur has a crime rate that is higher than 75% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

City of Creve Coeur

Wikipedia

Niche

Neighborhood Scout

Millennium Park

Campbell House Museum

River City Casino Hotel

Creve Coeur Parks & Recreation

Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital

Mercy Hospital St. Louis

Aquarius Wellness Center For Healing Arts

STL: Chiropractic & Performance Center

RevitaLife

HavenHouse St. Louis

Club Fitness

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