St. Louis, St. Louis MO — neighborhood review

St. Louis, MO

St. Louis · MO 63101

Updated August 3, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$223K

Median Price

94/100

Walk Score

7.6/10

Schools

4 min

to St. Louis, MO

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
76/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
AWalkability
94/100
WYLT Score74/100

Our Take

This spot is affordable and a short walk to downtown, but it lacks good schools, bike lanes, and has a moderate crime rate. It works for renters and young professionals who value proximity over amenities. If you need top‑rated schools or a quieter neighborhood, consider something else.

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The Good

  • Very affordable median home price
  • Very short commute to downtown St. Louis
  • Reasonable rent for a 1–2 bedroom
  • Low flood risk

Real Talk

  • !No good public schools in the area
  • !Bike infrastructure is minimal
  • !Crime rate is moderate
  • !Limited nightlife and dining options
  • !Property taxes can be higher than average
  • $Higher property taxes due to city rates
  • $Potential maintenance costs on older properties
  • $Parking fees in downtown during events

Best For

young professionalsrenterswalkersremote workerspeople who work downtown

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

St. Louis, MO

D+

Safety grade

Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate
3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

5% higher than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Moderate
19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

2% higher than the national average

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