City Guide
St. Louis, MO
Overview
St. Louis, MO, is known for the Gateway Arch. There are around 295,000 people living in St. Louis, making it a mid-sized city that will give you the feeling of a city without nearly as many people. Many facts make St. Louis special, one of which is being the first U.S. city to host the modern-day Summer Olympics. Another cool fact is that it is known to consume more BBQ sauce per capita than any other American city.
What’s it like to live in St. Louis, MO ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in St. Louis, MO you'll find that the median sale price is
$241,000
and homes stay on the market for 19 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in St. Louis are $234,200
and $244,950
, respectively. St. Louis area townhouses have a median sale price of $312,000
, making them more expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in St. Louis, MOExplore our St. Louis housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how St. Louis home prices compare to other markets. Explore our St. Louis rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how St. Louis rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in St. Louis, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around St. Louis
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soulard | $451,938 | 65 / 100 | 85 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Shaw Historic District | $398,450 | 82 / 100 | 54 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Lafayette Square | $529,000 | 64 / 100 | 82 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Central West End | $347,500 | 58 / 100 | 78 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Tower Grove South | $285,000 | 86 / 100 | 75 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
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What is the cost of living in St. Louis?
The cost of living in St. Louis is 11% lower than the national average. Housing is typically the largest expense for most American households. In St. Louis, the average monthly rent is $1,129, while the median home price is $265,000. Overall, housing in St. Louis is 40% lower than the national average. Groceries, like produce, dry goods, and other essential household items, cost 1% lower in St. Louis. Though healthcare costs 12% lower in St. Louis compared to the national average, costs vary greatly by location, person, personal health, and health insurance. In St. Louis, an optometry check-up costs around $98.76, while a dentist appointment is $116.60 on average. Learn more about the cost of living in St. Louis. Discover how utilities, transportation, and lifestyle, compares against the national average.
Compared to the national average
11%
Cost of living
40%
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St. Louis Migration & Relocation Trends
In Feb '25 - Apr '25, 33% of St. Louis homebuyers searched to move out of St. Louis, while 67% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 0.41% of homebuyers searched to move into St. Louis from outside metros.
- Los Angeles homebuyers searched to move into St. Louis more than any other metro followed by New York and Seattle.
Where are people moving to St. Louis from?
- 67% of St. Louis homebuyers searched to stay within the St. Louis metropolitan area.
- Houston was the most popular destination among St. Louis homebuyers followed by Chicago and Nashville.
Where are people from St. Louis moving to?
Number of People Moving to St. Louis
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most
People are moving to St. Louis from
| Inbound | Net inflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
| 1 | 242 | ||
| 2 | 123 | ||
| 3 | 105 | ||
| 4 | 97 | ||
| 5 | 83 | ||
| 6 | 82 | ||
| 7 | 78 | ||
| 8 | 65 | ||
| 9 | 43 | ||
| 10 | 38 | ||
People are leaving St. Louis for
| Outbound | Net outflow | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Metros | Feb '25 - Apr '25 | ||
| 1 | 1,339 | ||
| 2 | 732 | ||
| 3 | 164 | ||
| 4 | 158 | ||
| 5 | 152 | ||
| 6 | 107 | ||
| 7 | 104 | ||
| 8 | 89 | ||
| 9 | 75 | ||
| 10 | 67 | ||
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in St. Louis, MO ?
If you're living in St. Louis, MO, you might be wondering what to do in your free time. From nature parks to stellar restaurants and an arts and culture scene, there's plenty to do in this city. Home to many museums, make sure to check out Saint Louis Art Museum, City Museum, and Missouri History Museum. There's a vibrant arts and culture scene, with performing arts venues like Powell Symphony Hall and Stifel Theatre. There are plenty of green spaces to be found throughout St. Louis. For example, you can enjoy a picnic or trek through many parks, like Forest Park, Francis Park, or Tower Grove Park. Restaurants and highly-rated eateries abound in the city, so you don't want to skip over these local favorites. For a quick taste of the town, stop by Pappy's Smokehouse, Pho Grand Restaurant, or Farotto's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria.
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What's the best way to get around St. Louis, MO ?
The best way to get around St. Louis is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, St. Louis has a walk score of 66, meaning this area is somewhat walkable. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. St. Louis has a transit score of 43, with a few nearby public transportation options. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 63103, 63110 and 63134. You can also get around St. Louis by bike. With a bike score of 58, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Bikeable
Bike Score®
St. Louis Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
St. Louis has 16 heavy rail stations; Metrolink North Hanley Station, Metrolink-Civic Center Station, MetroLink - Rock Road Station, Metrolink, Gateway Transportation Center, Metrolink Stadium Station, MetroLink, Zooline Railroad River's Edge, Shrewsbury–Lansdowne I-44 station, MetroLink - Lambert Airport Terminal 1 Station. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 28 car rental locations.
Airports
St. Louis has 2 airports, 1 of which is an international airport.
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