St. Louis metro, MO relocation guide
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About Granite City
Granite City (about 27,500) is a city in Madison County just north of St. Louis, founded as a company steel town and still anchored by the Granite City Works steel mill. It offers very affordable housing about 15 minutes from downtown St. Louis, with Wilson Park and a growing arts district.
Home prices in Granite City
Home prices in Granite City vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Granite City
- Wilson Park
- Granite City Art and Design District (G-CAD) downtown.
- Tri-City Speedway (nearby in Pontoon Beach).
- Horseshoe Lake State Fish and Wildlife Area (about 15 minutes).
- Downtown Niedringhaus Avenue corridor.
Commuting from Granite City
- Approximate drive to downtown St. Louis: ~15 minutes via I-270 and the McKinley Bridge.
Schools in Granite City
Public schools: Granite City Community Unit School District 9. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Granite City FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Granite City, MO?
Home prices in Granite City vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Granite City, MO?
Approximate drive to downtown St. Louis: ~15 minutes via I-270 and the McKinley Bridge. - Which school district serves Granite City, MO?
Granite City is served by Granite City Community Unit School District 9. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.