A WONDERFUL PLACE ALONG THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER!

The Crystal City/Festus area, in Jefferson County, is a community rich in history and traditions. It's served by US Highway 61 and Interstate 55, and is a quick commute to St. Louis County.

Silica sand samples from Plattin Creek in 1868 were determined to be superior quality suitable for glass manufacturing.

The area has a continental climate with no large mountains or large bodies of water to moderate temperature. It is affected by both cold Canadian arctic air and hot, humid air from the Gulf of Mexico. The average annual temperature is 56.3 degrees and average precipitation is 38.7 inches. Normal high temperature in July is 90 degrees and the normal low temperature in January is 21 degrees, although that is often exceeded. Temperatures of 100 degrees or more occur no more than 5 days per year, while temperatures of 0 degrees or below occur 2 or 3 days per year on average.

Local attractions include an annual IPRA sanctioned rodeo, a free Concert in the Park Series each summer, Twin City Days, a 3-day community festival with golf tournament, community breakfast, sports, a dog show, craft fair, custom and antique car and tractor show, trivia tournament, oldies music dance and much more.

Nearby Festus High School boasts being one of only 9 Missouri public schools to receive the 2001-2002 Gold Star School Designation. Crystal City High School is a fully accredited Missouri A+ public school. There are 2 area parochial schools, numerous preschools and daycare facilities. Jefferson College, is one of the best colleges in Missouri.

Jefferson Regional Medical Center is a not-for-profit, community-based hospital with some 1,600 employees, more than 200 physicians and specialists, and 250 volunteers. The facility features 24-hour emergency room care and a full range of diagnostic, preventative and restorative healthcare services.

Area recreational activities include several golf courses, a driving range, handball, tennis, baseball, basketball, skating, martial arts and boating. In fact, Crystal City borders the Mississippi River. Area parks include scenic West City Park in Festus (complete with soccer fields and duck ponds) and Crystal City Park (with tennis courts and swimming pool).

Whether you choose a quaint Victorian home, a new smart growth community of homes, a custom contemporary home, a gated community or lakefront home, you can find your dream in Crystal City and Jefferson County.