If you’re looking for all the perks of a big city, but still want small-town charm, it’s time to retire in St. Louis, MO. Not only is it filled with plenty of opportunities for fun and adventure, but it’s also easy on your wallet.
From senior-friendly attractions to a low cost of living, see these 6 reasons why St. Louis is the only place to thrive through retirement.
1. Missouri has a low cost of living.
Missouri is often ranked as one of the most affordable states in the nation, because the cost of living falls below average for every major category, including groceries, transportation and entertainment. That leaves more money in the bank for vacations, shopping trips and spoiling your grandkids.
At Friendship Village, we have the only not-for-profit retirement communities in St. Louis, MO, that offers Life Care. That means you won’t have to worry about the rising cost of health care as you move through retirement, which can save you thousands of dollars in medical costs and time worrying about the future.
2. It’s the perfect city for sports fans.
From baseball to hockey, there’s always a team to root for in St. Louis! Watch the St. Louis Blues slice the ice in a hockey game, take the grandkids to see the St. Louis Cardinals hit home runs, and even watch soccer superstars in the making at a St. Louis Football Club match.
If you’re into college basketball, Catch the St. Louis University Billikens at Chaifetz Arena, which also features regular events like comedy tours, live music and ice shows.
3. St. Louis is in a prime location.
If you’re like many older adults, you have family and friends all over the United States. St. Louis is centrally located, which means you can conveniently fly to many parts of the country in just hours to make a birthday party in Denver or vacation in Corpus Christi.
St. Louis is also the largest city along Route 66 between Chicago and Los Angeles. Take your retirement on the road for a Sunday drive. Motor West and find Big Chief Roadhouse in Glencoe, MO, or get your kicks at the Jesse James Wax Museum in Stanton, MO.
4. There are outdoor activities for everyone.
Senior living in St. Louis offers plenty of outdoor activities. For instance, the Missouri Botanical Garden on Shaw Boulevard features 79 acres of meticulously maintained landscapes and indoor conservatories, and vibrant courtyards make a picturesque setting for selfies with your grandkids.
Our Chesterfield senior living community is near River’s Edge Park, which features a peaceful 188-acre park that’s home to a beautiful lake, two boardwalks and a mulch trail. It also offers a premier bird watching experience with an abundance of woodland songbirds and woodpeckers.
5. Retire in St. Louis and celebrate all seasons.
There’s nothing like experiencing the change of seasons when you retire in St. Louis, MO. Springtime blooms add touches of color throughout the city, and summers hold starry nights filled with cultural events like concerts at Lake St. Louis or plays at Muny Theater in Forest Park.
As sweater weather arrives in autumn, vivid green leaves turn to vibrant shades of bronze, red and gold. St. Louis is nothing short of a winter wonderland in the cooler months. Gather your friends and family for hot chocolate and cookies at one of several tree lighting ceremonies or take a stroll on the Christmas Tree Walk in nearby Maplewood, MO.
6. Experience a relaxing lifestyle with friendly people.
Fast-paced cities are fun, but if you want to slow things down and take life easy, you need to retire in St. Louis, MO, where you’ll find an incredible mixture of Southern charm and polite Midwestern manners.
Whether you’re enjoying a long walk with your dog in one of the many St. Louis parks or waiting for your turn on the putting green at our Sunset Hills senior living community, you can always expect a kind smile and friendly conversation wherever you go.
See What Retiring in St. Louis, MO Is All About at Friendship Village Senior Living Communities
Friendship Village Senior Living Communities has two exciting locations in St. Louis packed with services and amenities to enrich your retirement. To find out about our communities in Chesterfield and Sunset Hills, contact our senior living specialists online, and we’ll be happy to schedule a tour or answer any of your questions.