Saint Louis, Saint Louis MO — neighborhood review

Saint Louis, MO

Saint Louis · MO 63113

Updated September 18, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$100K

Median Price

6/100

Walk Score

6.7/10

Schools

10 min

to St. Louis, MO

Score Breakdown

AAffordability
92/100
FSafety
18/100
C+Schools
67/100
FQuietness
30/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
6/100
WYLT Score52/100

Our Take

This South Side area offers a quick, 10‑minute drive to downtown St. Louis and several well‑rated high schools, making it a solid choice for budget‑conscious families and commuters. The neighborhood has a low flood risk but suffers from high crime and limited walkability, so you’ll want to weigh safety and amenities carefully.

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The Good

  • ✓Very short commute to downtown St. Louis (about 10 minutes)
  • ✓Multiple high schools with ratings above 7, including Clayton and Metro
  • ✓Low cost of living – median home price near $100,000 and rent around $1,100
  • ✓Decent transit options with a score of 51

Real Talk

  • !High violent crime rate, which is common in many South Side neighborhoods
  • !Walk score of 6 means most errands require a car
  • !Limited dining and nightlife options inside the zip code
  • !Property values may not appreciate as quickly as in more central neighborhoods
  • $Higher homeowners insurance due to elevated crime risk
  • $Potential future costs for neighborhood revitalization or infrastructure projects
  • $Limited local services can mean longer trips for some errands

Best For

First‑time homebuyers on a budgetCommuters who need a short drive to downtownFamilies looking for good schools and affordable housingInvestors seeking value in a lower‑price segment

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeHigh
Property crimeHigh
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Saint Louis, MO

F

Safety grade

Safety score18 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
High
9.2incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

149% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
High
38.4incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

97% higher than the national average

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