Warrenton At A Glance

Warrenton is a city located in Warren County, Missouri, about an hour’s drive from downtown St. Louis. With a growing population of nearly 9,000 residents, Warrenton prides itself in maintaining a small-town atmosphere while also being one of the fastest-growing communities in the state. 

Situated equidistant from St Louis City and “College Town” Columbia, and with several major highways, Warrenton has become the central stopping point for travelers headed to Missouri Wine country, the Lake of the Ozarks, or Mizzou football games. 

From apartments to condominiums, from older homes to newer builds, Warrenton has housing options for anyone looking to rent or buy. 

With 154 acres of green space throughout the city, there is no shortage of opportunity to enjoy the outdoors. Binkley Woods Park and Spectator Lake offer walking trails, pavilions, a playground, and fishing accessibility. Dyer Park is another favorite for locals, offering playgrounds, basketball hoops, and tennis courts. The city’s newest park, Warrenton Pool Park, has walking trails, a dog park, pavilions, a disc golf course, and the Aquatic Center. The Warrenton Athletic Complex, a 55-acre park, is home to little league soccer, baseball, and more.  

For those more in the mood for indoor activity, there is the Scenic Regional Library – Warrenton Branch. Also available to the public is the Warren County Museum where one can visit and learn all about the city’s rich history. And of course, Warrenton has a large variety of shops, businesses, and restaurants where one is sure to find what they need. For those raising a family, Warrenton is in the Warren County R-III School District, which has great schools and teachers. 

So, if you’re looking for that small-town feel without being far removed from all the conveniences and amenities of the city, come and give the city of Warrenton a visit and you just might decide to stay for good.