Bel-Nor
Neighborhood Reviews
Midcentury-style housing at an accessible price
Bel-Nor’s housing inventory was built from the 1920s through the 1960s, and architectural styles vary between Tudors, colonials and bungalows. But what the majority of the area’s homes have in common is that they’re built with brick, a trademark of classic St. Louis construction thanks to the abundance of clay in the area. Most of the neighborhood’s houses are owner-occupied, and many have been well-maintained over time. “It has the reputation of being a good place and holding its value,” says Daryl Burns, a Realtor with Iron Gate Real Estate who has almost 20 years of experience. Property lots are compact but have yard space and driveways, with most addresses having a garage. Prices range between $125,000 and $300,000 based on factors like square footage and condition. Homes sell after an average of 31 days on the market, which is two weeks quicker than the national average.
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Bel-Nor School offers STEM collaboration with Saint Louis University
The neighborhood is part of the Normandy Schools Collaborative, which gets a D-plus rating on Niche. The Early Learning Center receives a C-minus and teaches only prekindergarten and kindergarten. Bel-Nor School picks up with first through fifth grades before students advance to Normandy Middle School and Normandy High School. The three schools each rank a D-plus on Niche. Bel-Nor School offers the Clavius Project, a program supporting STEM activities in partnership with Saint Louis University.“A high percentage of residents in Bel-Nor send their kids to private and charter schools,” Harrington says. Private institutions in the area include Incarnate Word Academy, an all-girls high school with a student-teacher ratio of 10-to-1. Lutheran North Middle & High School has extracurricular activities, including a robotics team, a speech and debate team.
Part of the University of Missouri–St. Louis campus is north of Bel-Nor, across Natural Bridge. UMSL has almost 15,000 students, more than 300 academy programs and 19 Division II athletic teams.
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MetroBus and MetroLink service extends to Bel-Nor
Bel-Nor residents can find several stops in the St. Louis’ MetroBus system along Natural Bridge Road. There are also two stops in the region’s MetroLink light rail network within 2 miles of the neighborhood by UMSL. Interstate 70 is 2 miles north of Bel-Nor, connecting drivers to St. Louis Lambert International Airport, a 5-mile trip, and Downtown St. Louis, 12 miles away. The 476-bed SSM Health DePaul Hospital - St. Louis is 9 miles away on I-70.Normandie Golf Course is a piece of history
The neighborhood is home to what is considered the oldest public golf course west of the Mississippi River. Opened in 1901, The Normandie Golf Club is currently closed for renovations, but will reopen in 2025 as a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course.Residents can also enjoy fresh air in the neighborhood’s small passive park, Clearview Island, where there are a couple of benches to relax on. The 134-acre St. Vincent Park is 2 miles outside the neighborhood and features a 2-mile series of paved trails, a playground, tennis courts, football and baseball fields, and the St. Vincent Community Center. The community center has a fitness room, a multipurpose gym and an outdoor pool with a connected water park.
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Normandy Shopping Center offers nearby commercial amenities
Normandy Shopping Center is a little farther east on Natural Bridge Road and has a Save A Lot, Dollar Tree, and Walgreens. The shopping center offers a few fast-casual restaurants like St. Louis Fish & Chicken Grill. Burns says people in Bel-Nor may also go to Delmar Loop, 4 miles away. The entertainment district has more than 50 restaurants and over two dozen shops.
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Annual community garage sale in June
The Bel-Nor community rallies together for a garage sale each June, in which numerous households participate. The neighborhood’s proximity to UMSL also provides quick access to events. The Touhill Performing Arts Center hosts various shows each month, from classical music performances to ballet.
Written By
Wayne Epps Jr.
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Dana Dieckmann
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Jonathan Bradley
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Brian Elsesser
Brian Elsesser
Coldwell Banker Realty - Gundaker
(314) 310-3467
92 Total Sales
5 in Bel-Nor
$109K - $156K Price Range
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Pete Geisz
Pete Geisz
Keller Williams Realty St. Louis
(314) 931-5037
92 Total Sales
1 in Bel-Nor
$200,000 Price
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William Springer
William Springer
Compass Realty Group
(314) 648-8235
131 Total Sales
1 in Bel-Nor
$160,000 Price
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Lance Merrick
Lance Merrick
Keller Williams Chesterfield
(727) 472-4959
533 Total Sales
1 in Bel-Nor
$121,000 Price
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Jamy Phillips
Jamy Phillips
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty, LLC
(636) 251-5421
55 Total Sales
1 in Bel-Nor
$134,000 Price
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Joe McGettigan
Joe McGettigan
Wood Brothers Realty
(314) 696-5922
62 Total Sales
1 in Bel-Nor
$225,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- 1st to 8th
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- 1st to 5th
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Parks in this Area
Endicott Park
St Vincent Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Ramona-Mathison Lake Park
Charles J. Evola Park
Transit
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Bel-Nor | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bel-Nor Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bel-Nor, Bel-Ridge sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Bel-Nor, Bel-Ridge over the last 12 months is $161,600.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$390,900
Median Sale Price
$161,600
Median Single Family Sale Price
$161,600
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$184
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
720
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1942
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,701
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,464
Median Age
45
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$81,399
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,839
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.3%
College Graduates
55.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
22
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
11
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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