The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 63038 sells for about $671,334, or $158 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 45 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,087 a month.
ZIP 63038 — Wildwood
The housing market in 63038 remains robust, characterized by high median home values and low inventory levels. Strong demand from families and high household incomes continue to drive price appreciation, with the area maintaining its status as a desirable suburban destination.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking suburban space, high-quality schools, and a quiet residential environment within commuting distance of St. Louis.
Median prices moved up 4.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 45 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
22% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.1% · poverty 1.4% — 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 5.5%/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
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 63038
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 low crime rates compared to the broader St. Louis metropolitan region, maintaining a suburban safety profile.
Schools serving the area are highly regarded, typically falling within top-tier districts in St. Louis County known for strong academic performance.
The region is primarily concerned with severe thunderstorm and wind risks, with standard insurance coverage for suburban residential properties.
The area benefits from proximity to major St. Louis employment hubs and ongoing residential development in the Wildwood corridor.
Property taxes are assessed by St. Louis County based on market value, with rates determined by local school district and municipal levies.
Residents primarily commute by car toward St. Louis employment centers, with average travel times around 32 minutes.
The area features extensive access to parks, greenbelts, and trails, with local shopping and dining concentrated in the Wildwood town center.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy pressure and steady demand, with limited short-term rental inventory.
The local economy is supported by a mix of professional services, healthcare, and retail, with strong ties to the broader St. Louis corporate sector.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicle use, with access to major highway corridors connecting to downtown St. Louis.
Development is focused on managed suburban growth, with emphasis on preserving green space while expanding residential capacity.
St. Louis County Assessor maintains property valuations based on biennial reassessment cycles.
Parcels are subject to various special taxing districts, including school, fire protection, and library districts.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting moderate risk profiles for standard residential structures.
The state continues to see modest net domestic migration, with suburban areas like this ZIP attracting families from urban centers.
Missouri is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of defaulted mortgages.
Sellers are required to provide a property disclosure statement detailing known material defects.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and ZCTA-level ACS tables.
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 nature preserve with hiking trails and educational facilities.
Central hub for local retail and community events.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.