Settle Into a New Place in Saint Charles, Missouri

St. Charles, Missouri, one of the oldest cities west of the Mississippi, has all the charm of an old frontier town. From the historic downtown to the rural, green outskirts, St. Charles has many apartment living options available. Whether you're looking for a studio for yourself or a spacious three bedroom for your family, MyNewPlace has the tools to help you get settled into your ideal place. Use the Apartment Guide to browse apartments not only by size, but by any amenities you might be looking for, including swimming pools, laundry facilities, and even pet policy.

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The Rich History of a Frontier Town

St. Charles carries with it an air of adventure, which is fitting given the town's early history. In 1765 the French Canadian explorer Louis Blanchette headed south in search of adventure. In 1769, he came upon an area several miles up the Missouri River from its convergence with the Mississippi River in the east. The original settlement was called ""Les Petites Cotes"" in French, which translates to ""The Little Hills,"" a name that reflected the area's simple, natural beauty. That name became San Carlos to match the area's first Spanish Catholic church and English speakers later adjusted that moniker to St. Charles. Not to stray from a reputation of adventure, the city hosted William Clark, Meriwether Lewis, and their men in 1804 just before they embarked on their journey westward. In 1821 when Missouri became a state, the city also served as the temporary state capital until Jefferson City, which was planned and erected for the purpose of being the capital, was finished in 1826.

Modern St. Charles

Today the population is over 66,000 and apartments are available throughout the beautiful neighborhoods, even in the popular historic Riverfront area. The picturesque, well-maintained buildings give you a feel of what St. Charles was like in its frontier days as Lewis and Clark may have experienced it. The Riverfront district is a hub of local culture featuring many of the city's most popular restaurants and shops. It is also the site of numerous festivals and events throughout the year, highlighted by the Christmas Traditions Festival and the Festival of Little Hills, a nationally-renowned arts and crafts fair. The Riverfront is also the site of the Fourth of July fireworks. Prefer a more suburban neighborhood? Apartments that are close to parks and good schools and away from the busiest parts of the city are also available, so you’re sure to find a place that fits your lifestyle!

Take a Trip to Nearby St. Louis

The short thirty minute drive to the Gateway City puts all of the amenities of the big city at your fingertips. Visitors love gorgeous Forest Park, the site of the 1904 World's Fair. Other top attractions include the St. Louis Art Museum, Saint Louis Symphony, and the world-famous Arch. St. Louis is a great city for the sports nut as well. The Sporting News named it the best sports city in the United States, with fanatic fan bases for the St. Louis Cardinals of the MLB, the St. Louis Rams of the NFL, and the St. Louis Blues of the NHL.