It's hard to say no to a swimming pool on a hot July day in St. Louis, and the pool at The Boulders @ Katy Trail is no exception.

And "Hot" is the word of the month at the popular condominium community, as 90-degree temperatures have melted their way down into plenty of "hot" sales. Time is running out for buyers to take advantage of Mills Properties' 30th anniversary celebration and receive up to $30,000 off the price of a new home at The Boulders.

"Buyer response has been outstanding," said Rennie Mandernack, sales manager at The Boulders @ Katy Trail. "People of all ages and income levels have already taken advantage of this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to join the all-inclusive life. It's not too late, but they're moving fast!"

As an added incentive, Mills Properties is offering 50 percent off any interior finish upgrade. The 30th anniversary offer expires July 28. Buyers can claim savings beginning at $20,000 for one-bedroom units and ranging up to $30,000 for the three-bedroom homes in Phase II. Units are selling fast, because as Mandernack noted, "Buyers are more knowledgeable than ever about the housing market."

Additionally, via the American Reinvestment and Recovery Act, those who have not owned a home in three years can secure up to $8,000 in federal tax credits to apply to the purchase of their new home.

The Boulders @ Katy Trail blends one-, two- and three-bedroom garden-style, townhouse and loft homes priced from the $120,000s to the $270,000s. All home- owners have unlimited access to a plethora of upscale community amenities including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a 24-hour fitness center, putting green, theater room, mountain bike rental, massage therapy room and lavishly land- and water-scaped grounds featuring five lakes.

"Amenities are the big thing this time of year," according to Mandernack. "Everyone enjoys the pools, the gym, the lavish landscaping, and everything else."

Since 1979, Mills Properties has been creating a unique living experience for tens of thousands of families across greater St. Louis. As owner and manager of more than 8,000 apartment and condominium homes in St. Louis and Columbia, Mo., and Carbondale, Ill. — with more on the way — Mills remains a dominant force in the residential development market.

Developer Bruce Mills summed it up, "We're trying to pay back the people who have supported us over the years."

Hand someone a towel and a bottle of suntan lotion. A dip in the pool sounds great.

The Boulders @ Katy Trail is located at 100 Katy Trail Lane in St. Charles, at the intersection of Page Avenue and the Arena Parkway.

For more information, contact Rennie Mandernack, sales manager at 636-947-7777 or visit online at www.TheBouldersAtKatyTrail.com.