The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 63670 sells for about $245,000, or $142 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $775 a month.
ZIP 63670 — Ste. Genevieve
The housing market in 63670 remains stable with modest price appreciation driven by limited inventory and steady demand for historic, small-town living. While sales volume is constrained by current interest rate environments, the market maintains a healthy balance between buyers and sellers. Figures for specific metrics like active inventory and price cuts are based on current market snapshots.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and individuals seeking a quiet, historic, and affordable small-town environment. It appeals to those who value community character over urban density and are comfortable with a longer commute to major employment centers.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 3.8 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.9% · poverty 7.9% — 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 4.5%/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 63670, Ste. Genevieve 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.
Ste. Genevieve maintains a relatively low crime rate compared to larger Missouri urban centers, with property crime being the primary concern. Local law enforcement reports stable trends consistent with small-town regional averages.
The area is served by the Ste. Genevieve County R-II School District, which is generally regarded as providing a stable and supportive educational environment for local families.
The region faces moderate risk from severe thunderstorms and occasional flooding near the Mississippi River basin. Property insurance premiums are influenced by these regional weather patterns.
Economic momentum is driven by tourism related to the city's historic district, local manufacturing, and agricultural sectors. Infrastructure development remains focused on maintaining historic preservation while supporting modest residential growth.
Property taxes are assessed by Ste. Genevieve County based on local millage rates that fund schools, county services, and municipal operations. There are no special MUD or PID districts commonly found in high-growth suburban developments.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents typically driving to employment hubs in the St. Louis metropolitan area or local industrial sites. Access to I-55 provides the main arterial connection for regional travel.
The area features significant historic sites, local parks, and proximity to the Mississippi River for outdoor activities. Shopping and dining are concentrated in the historic downtown area, offering a unique local amenity base.
The rental market is relatively tight with limited inventory, often consisting of single-family homes or small multi-family units. Demand is stable, driven by local workers and those seeking a historic small-town lifestyle.
The local economy is anchored by tourism, manufacturing, and agriculture. Major employers include local school districts, healthcare providers, and regional industrial firms.
Transportation is heavily reliant on private vehicles, with I-55 serving as the primary corridor for regional access. Public transit options are extremely limited.
Development planning is focused on maintaining the historic integrity of the city while allowing for controlled residential growth on the periphery.
The Ste. Genevieve County Assessor manages property valuations, with assessments typically updated on a biennial cycle to reflect market changes.
Parcels are primarily served by the Ste. Genevieve County R-II School District and standard county-level utility and emergency service districts.
Property insurance remains stable, though premiums are sensitive to regional weather risks including wind and flood exposure.
Missouri has experienced modest net domestic migration, with rural areas like Ste. Genevieve seeing stable population retention.
Missouri is a non-judicial foreclosure state, allowing for relatively efficient processing of defaults through the trustee sale process.
Missouri requires sellers to provide a property disclosure statement, though the scope is generally limited compared to other states.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 63670 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.
Preserves the city's unique French colonial architecture and history.
Features local boutiques, restaurants, and historic landmarks.
Local recreational facility serving the community.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.