SperlingViews - Florissant, Missouri

Overall it's a good area to live in. We live on a mostly quiet street, it's a cul de sac. We've had our lawnmower stolen out our backyard, that's about all. Our subdivision is within St. Louis, which was ranked # 1 in crime/most dangerous cities. So, we're thinking about moving.[read more...]

I'd like to get some updated information on Florissant, MO. I'm thinking about moving there this spring. I am a former Chicagoan, lived in Phoenix, AZ for many years. Looking for a small, safe town.....sick to death of big city life. Anything you'd like to share would be welcomed.[read more...]

Its not filled with Mullets and trans ams as the person above indicates. But yes it is blue collar, not low income, but blue collar hard working middle class. If you are a hard working and family oriented you'll fit right in. It is one of the safest cities in America for its size. One of the oldest cities in Missouri, and boasts a lovely Old Town district. Since 2001 the city has seen a boom in developement that has not been experieced since the 1960's or earlier. The city is growing and thriving. Come check it out.[read more...]

Its not filled with Mullets and trans ams as the person above indicates. But yes it is blue collar, not low income, but blue collar hard working middle class. If you are a hard working and family oriented you'll fit right in. It is one of the safest cities in America for its size. One of the oldest cities in Missouri, and boasts a lovely Old Town district. Since 2001 the city has seen a boom in developement that has not been experieced since the 1960's or earlier. The city is growing and thriving. Come check it out.[read more...]

Florissant is a lovely town with a definate old-feel. However, it may not be ideal for a family or a professional. It is extremely blue-collar, low-income. The school district is poor, and the expectations of people are low. Lots of mullets and Trans-Ams.[read more...]