The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 63021 sells for about $425,000, or $198 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 14 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,423 a month.
ZIP 63021 — Ballwin
The 63021 housing market remains competitive with low inventory and steady price appreciation, driven by high demand for suburban family housing. While sales volume has normalized, the market continues to see strong interest from buyers attracted to the area's school districts and quality of life.
This ZIP is ideal for family buyers seeking high-quality schools and suburban amenities, as well as established professionals looking for a stable, community-oriented environment.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 14 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.1% · poverty 5.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 63021, St. Louis County MO
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
The area generally reports lower crime rates compared to the broader St. Louis metropolitan region, with safety trends remaining stable.
The ZIP is served by highly-rated public school districts, including Parkway and Rockwood, which are consistently recognized for academic performance.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including occasional severe thunderstorms and wind events; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near creeks.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to major St. Louis County employment hubs and established suburban commercial corridors, with steady infill development.
Property taxes are assessed by St. Louis County based on market value, with rates determined by the aggregate of school, municipal, and special district levies.
Residents primarily commute by car via I-64/US-40 and MO-141, with typical drive times to downtown St. Louis ranging from 30 to 45 minutes depending on traffic.
The area features extensive access to parks and greenbelts, including Castlewood State Park and various municipal golf courses, alongside robust retail shopping centers.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy pressure and steady demand, with a mix of single-family rentals and established apartment communities.
The economy is anchored by a mix of healthcare, professional services, and retail, with significant employment access provided by the nearby I-64 corridor.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with major highway access via I-64 and MO-141; public transit options are limited compared to the urban core.
Development is primarily focused on residential infill and the modernization of existing commercial retail centers.
St. Louis County utilizes a biennial assessment cycle to determine property values for taxation purposes.
Parcels are subject to various special districts, including fire protection, library, and school districts, which are reflected in the total tax bill.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional exposure to severe weather, including wind and hail, consistent with the broader St. Louis market.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 63021 profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Large state park offering hiking, biking, and river access.
Public 18-hole course serving the local community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.