Lemay
Suburban Neighborhood in Saint Louis, Missouri
St. Louis City 63123, 63125
Variety in historic home styles
One of the defining characteristics of Lemay is its varied housing options, which span from older construction to more recent builds and renovations. The most historic homes are often the simplest—look for square-shaped, flat-roofed buildings made of red bricks, some of which may very well have been fired right in St. Louis over 100 years ago. Other architectural elders include the uncomplicated and pragmatic National-style homes you’ll see around Lemay, which are also often over a century old. You’ll also find plenty of craftsman-style houses and ranches that are a bit younger, built in the mid-to-late 20th century. Alongside these, there are also plenty of newer Traditional-style houses, as well as condos and town houses. Lemay homes rarely sell for more than $350,000, and most fall between $50,000 and $150,000 for smaller square footage up to around 750 square feet. For larger square footage, from 1,500 square feet on up, prices typically start close to $200,000.
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Dual school districts
The neighborhood is split between two school districts. Students can begin their educational journey in the Hancock Place School District, which serves the majority of the neighborhood. Hancock Place Elementary School hosts grades kindergarten through five, receiving a C-plus from Niche, while Hancock Place Middle School is the site of sixth through eighth grades and is also given a C-plus by Niche. Hancock High School concludes the three-school system with grades nine through 12, receiving a grade of B from Niche and ranking as one of the top five standout high schools in the state.Proximity to the Mississippi River
To spend some time outside, head to Lemay Park in the north of the neighborhood. The park features reservable shelters for events and gatherings, a basketball court and a one-mile paved fitness course trail perfect for a walk. Visitors can also stop at the exercise stations throughout for a well-rounded workout, and there's also a playground for year-round activities as well as a spray fountain play area for warmer months. "Lemay is close to parks and walking trails," LoPiccolo says. "There's some scenic trails that overlook the Mississippi River, too."
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Local eateries and grocery options
Lemay Ferry Road is the primary thoroughfare that runs through the neighborhood, which runs south toward Mehlville and North until it becomes Alabama Avenue after crossing into the city of St. Louis. Plenty of shopping and dining, in the form of small local shops and well-known chains, can be found along that street. It’s also the road many use for grocery shopping at the neighborhood’s location of the beloved local grocery chain, Schnucks. Among local favorite restaurants is Imo's Pizza, which serves up standard offerings alongside specials on an expansive menu, while other grocery needs can be found at chains like Aldi or Dierbergs.
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The Gateway to the West
Though Lemay Ferry Road can take motorists all the way north into the city’s famous southside neighborhoods like Soulard, it's likely be quicker to hop on Interstate 55, which reaches downtown St. Louis in just over 15 minutes. The choice between city and county is always a tough one for prospective St. Louisans, with both offering great but different amenities and lifestyles. For Lemay residents, though, that choice doesn’t seem so big. With its history and its location, Lemay offers a unique blend of the culture and excitement of the city of St. Louis’s southside and the comforts and conveniences of south St. Louis County.
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Alexander Hubbard
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ashley Dailey
Ashley Dailey
Elevate Realty, LLC
(314) 916-4650
52 Total Sales
4 in Lemay
$90K - $136K Price Range
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Wendy Schulze
Wendy Schulze
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Results
(314) 720-1787
200 Total Sales
11 in Lemay
$52K - $315K Price Range
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Daryl Butler
Daryl Butler
Coldwell Banker Realty - Gundaker
(636) 255-8728
78 Total Sales
1 in Lemay
$155,000 Price
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Katherine Effinger
Katherine Effinger
Main Key Realty LLC
(314) 697-2219
17 Total Sales
1 in Lemay
$75,000 Price
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Scott Stieven
Scott Stieven
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Alliance Real Estate
(314) 596-5300
28 Total Sales
4 in Lemay
$172K - $393K Price Range
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Butch Fehr
Butch Fehr
RE/MAX Best Choice St. Louis
(314) 325-1927
68 Total Sales
1 in Lemay
$138,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
South St Louis Square Park
County Ohlendorf Park
Lemay Park
Willmore Park
Carondelet Park
Sylvan Springs Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lemay | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lemay Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lemay, Saint Louis sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Lemay, Saint Louis over the last 12 months is $180,000, up 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$179,900
Median Sale Price
$180,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$190,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$115,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
368
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$154
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
9,249
Number of Homes for Sale
46
Median Year Built
1951
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,146
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,240
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
996
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
719
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
552
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
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Saturday, May 172 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$795 - $1,275 per month
- Jefferson Townhomes
- 1-3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 610+ Sq Ft
- 333 Tuckahoe Dr
- Saint Louis, MO
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$1,011 - $1,280 per month
- Kingston Drive Apartments
- Studio-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 300+ Sq Ft
- 362 Kingston Dr
- Saint Louis, MO
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
23,715
Median Age
42
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$54,611
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,908
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.4%
College Graduates
20.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
65.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Patch
History blends with development in this section of St. Louis
Green Park
1.5 square miles of spaces to live, work and relax surrounded by green
Mehlville
Suburb along the river and south of STL with a web of highways in its limits
Boulevard Heights
Suburban living on the edge of St. Louis' city limits
Carondelet
Cozy homes and walkable amenities in one of the oldest STL communities
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