Jetpac,  iPhone app for travel, has ranked St. Louis #1 on their list of Happiest Cities after analyzing millions of photos on Instagram. (See article) For those of you who do not live in STL, you may be wondering why we are so HAPPY.

First and foremost, we have unbelievably affordable  housing. Quick example, for $325,000 you could have this 1200 square foot condo in Boston. OR this stunning 2.5 story 2470 square foot single family with chef’s kitchen for $329,900.

We also have great job opportunities. Check out this opening from Express Scripts. Or this opening with TOKY Branding and Design a nationally recognized creative company.

We have an exceptional music scene. Classical, Jazz, Blues, Indy, you name it we got it. Check out the upcoming events at Plush. Or the concert calendar from The Sheldon.

We have over 3250 acres of park space in the city. Our parks range from neighborhood pocket parks to Forest Park which covers  1371 acres.

We have amazing independent restaurants with classically trained chefs. Bridge, Pomme, Niche, Franco and Sidney Street Cafe to name a few. Check out Sauce Magazine or Feast for the full scope of the STL food scene.

We even host TED Talks!

Chicago, Kansas City, Memphis and Nashville are all great weekend road trip destinations!  Just want to leave the city behind for a bit? No problem, it’s easy to get out into nature. Check out 60 Hikes within 60 Miles: St. Louis.

Ready to move? I can help you relocate 🙂