The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 63122 sells for about $464,766, or $252 per square foot.
Prices are up +8.1% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 41 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,385 a month.
ZIP 63122 — Kirkwood
The 63122 housing market shows strong demand with a median sale price of $464,766 and a year-over-year price increase of 8.1%. Low inventory levels and competitive market conditions are driving price growth, though some listings are seeing price cuts. The area remains a highly desirable suburban location with strong school districts and stable economic fundamentals.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a suburban lifestyle with high-quality schools, convenient access to St. Louis employment centers, and a strong sense of community.
Median prices moved up 8.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 41 days on market with 11.1 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
27% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 2.5% · poverty 4.4% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 63122, St. Louis County MO
The area is served by highly-rated public schools, including those within the Kirkwood School District, which is recognized for strong academic performance.
The area benefits from proximity to major St. Louis employment hubs and established suburban infrastructure, with consistent demand for residential real estate.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Missouri) — Occupancy Law Property Tax Proration: Allows for the assessment and taxation of newly constructed residential property starting the first month following occupancy, and pro rata removal from tax rolls for improvements destroyed by natural disaster. State (Missouri) — Residential Property Tax Assessment: Residential property is assessed at 19% of its true market value. The formula is: (Market Value * 0.19) * Local Tax Rate = Annual Tax Liability.
Residents typically commute via I-44 or local arterial roads toward downtown St. Louis and the Clayton business district.
The area features extensive park systems, including Kirkwood Park, and is close to various shopping and dining districts in the historic downtown Kirkwood area.
The rental market is stable with a median rent of $2,000 and a year-over-year increase of 2.61%.
The local economy is supported by a mix of retail, professional services, and proximity to the broader St. Louis regional employment base.
The area is served by major highway corridors including I-44 and is accessible via regional transit links.
Development is primarily focused on residential infill and the revitalization of existing commercial corridors.
The St. Louis County Assessor manages property valuations for tax purposes.
Parcels are subject to various levies including school district, municipal, and fire protection district taxes.
Property insurance rates are influenced by regional weather patterns and standard suburban risk profiles.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles and local market reports.
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.
A major community park featuring sports facilities, trails, and an aquatic center.
A historic district with local boutiques, restaurants, and the Kirkwood Farmers Market.
Deterministic aggregate of 1 researched property in this ZIP (latest reading each) — each property weighs one; per point, properties lacking the value are excluded. Property-level records (taxes, scores, permits) never roll individually.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).