The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 63129 sells for about $300,000, or $158 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.09% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 35 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,108 a month.
ZIP 63129 — Saint Louis
The 63129 housing market remains stable with a median listing price of $300,000 and moderate inventory levels. Demand is supported by the area's strong school district and suburban appeal, though rising interest rates have tempered the pace of sales compared to previous years. The market is currently balanced, favoring neither buyers nor sellers significantly.
This ZIP is ideal for families and long-term residents seeking suburban stability, good school access, and a manageable commute to the St. Louis metro area.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 35 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
13% 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 3.3% · poverty 6.6% — 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 6.0%/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 6.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 63129, 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 experiences lower crime rates compared to the urban core of St. Louis, with trends remaining stable in recent reporting periods.
The ZIP is served by the Mehlville School District, which is generally regarded as providing stable, quality public education options for the community.
The area is primarily inland with low flood risk, though standard regional insurance policies cover typical Midwestern wind and storm hazards.
Economic momentum is driven by established suburban commercial corridors and proximity to major St. Louis employment hubs, with steady residential demand.
Property taxes are assessed by St. Louis County based on market value, with rates determined by local school district and municipal levies.
Residents typically commute via I-55 or I-255, providing direct access to downtown St. Louis and major employment centers in approximately 20-30 minutes.
The area features extensive access to local parks such as Cliff Cave Park and various community greenbelts, with significant retail and dining options along the Lemay Ferry corridor.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand and moderate vacancy pressure, with a mix of single-family rentals and apartment complexes.
The local economy is supported by a mix of retail, healthcare, and professional services, with many residents commuting to the broader St. Louis metro area.
The area is served by a network of arterial roads connecting to major interstate highways, with limited public transit options compared to the city center.
Development is largely focused on the revitalization of existing commercial properties and modest residential infill.
St. Louis County assesses property values biennially, with a focus on market-based valuation for residential parcels.
Parcels are subject to Mehlville School District taxes and various municipal service levies.
Property insurance premiums are consistent with regional averages for the Midwest, reflecting moderate risk profiles.
The state experiences modest net domestic migration, with suburban areas like 63129 maintaining stable population levels.
Missouri is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of distressed properties.
Sellers are required to provide a standard disclosure form detailing the condition of the property at the time of sale.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 63129 profile.
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 regional park featuring trails and Mississippi River views.
Primary commercial artery serving the ZIP with diverse retail and dining.
Historic park and military site with extensive recreational facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.