Belleville’s South Pennsylvania Neighborhood

One of Belleville’s oldest neighborhoods, the South Pennsylvania Neighborhood maintains it’s historical charm right down to many of its cobblestone streets. Comprised of a wide variety of architectural styles, the South Pennsylvania neighborhood offers walkability and proximity to Belleville’s downtown shopping district.

Belleville’s annual Tour d’Belleville bike ride winds through the neighborhood where neighbors make up their own parties, cheering on riders with cowbells and other noise makers as the cyclists whizz by. You’re never too far from one of Belleville’s many parades if you reside in the South Pennsylvania neighborhood.

Being a South Pennsylvania neighbor means being able to take advantage of the very walkable streets beneath ancient oaks greeting neighbors who like to sit on wide front porches. It also means you’re only steps from Belleville’s scenic and safe Metrolink bike and running trail. And speaking of bicycles, you can easily ride yours via the Metrolink trail out to SWIC (South West Illinois College) or to Lindenwood college two miles in the other direction. The neighborhood is also built around several attractive parks offering children’s playgrounds, tennis courts and more.
Children of the South Pennsylvania neighborhood have a variety of elementary and secondary schools both public and private to choose from. And you’re only minutes from grocery and retail shopping. Residents of the South Pennsylvania neighborhood enjoy the peaceful quiet well within proximity of Belleville’s Downtown that offers festivals, shopping and nightlife as well as several neighborhood taverns and pubs that dot the neighborhood.

Map of South Pennsylvania Neighborhood