Academy
Suburban Neighborhood in Saint Louis, Missouri
St. Louis City 63113
Detailed, historic Foursquares with low buy-in
Academy is a grid of residential streets built within major roads. The neighborhood starts at Delmar Boulevard and moves north. Over time, it has changed from what it once was, with a noticeable collection of vacant buildings and empty lots populating some blocks. But in between are many historic homes that compel developers to maintain and restore the neighborhood's historic splendor. Most are very large and come in a wide variety of architectural styles, such as Federal and Italianate row houses, Foursquares and even some Tudor styles with half-timber facades. Academy's buy-in is even more curious than its stock of houses, which is relatively affordable for St. Louis. Most homes sell for between $70,000 to $140,000. Some renovated properties are also relatively affordable. "You can get a 3,000 square foot home with three levels, five or six bedrooms, three or four bathrooms, with a nighttime loft for $400,000 or less," says Berry. "There's not many places in the city, or in any city where you can buy a house that large and with that many amenities for $400,000."
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Adventures in former fairgrounds
One of the selling points of Academy is its proximity of less than a mile to Forest Park, the largest in the city. Once the fairgrounds for the 1904 World's Fair, today the park is a masterclass in urban parks with plenty of amenities, some of which were originally built for the Fair. Locals can go there to visit the St. Louis Zoo or the St. Louis Art Museum or break in a sweat at the park's tennis center or cricket field. But if they want something less crowded, Sherman Park forms the neighborhood's northern border and offers plenty of amenities, such as tennis and basketball. The park also has an indoor rec center with a pool, gym and boxing room for rainy day workouts, and hosts weekly activities for both adults and children.
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Schools offering AP and IB
Compared to surrounding counties and districts, St. Louis Public Schools does not rank highly. The district receives an overall Niche score of C and offers some schools with AP courses and an international baccalaureate program. Most neighborhood students attend Hamilton Elementary, which receives a C score from Niche, or Ford Elementary. Both Niche and GreatSchools do not track Ford Elementary, but the school's performance in English language arts is on average with the state. Upon reaching middle and high school, students attend Yeatman-Liddell Middle and Sumner High School, which both receive D-plus scores from Niche.
Walks through Forest Park to MetroLink
Walkability is fair, but overall, to access most of what Academy has to offer, a car is recommended. Bus routes along major roads provide transit from one end of the city to the other. Locals can also head to Forest Park's north end and hop on a MetroLink train, which can be taken all the way to St. Louis Lambert International Airport.Fried catfish from Pop's
Things are evolving in Academy as the city invests more in public infrastructure and commerce. "The landscape in Academy will be dramatically different within the next five years because St. Louis is investing in more amenities," says Berry. Right now, Academy is not a commerce hub, but according to Berry, "The community already has everything it needs to thrive, like groceries, parks, banks and some shopping, and the schools are getting upgrades too." Along major roads, spots like Pop's Fish and Chicken Market are just one of several local establishments that are regular visits for hungry locals with a hankering for St. Louis classics like fried catfish. Further to the south, there are some locations for chain restaurants, grocery outlets, and beauty salons. And in the case of an emergency, St. Louis' largest hospital is less than a mile south of Academy.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Laurie Wuestling
Laurie Wuestling
Coldwell Banker Realty - Gundaker
(314) 310-5840
273 Total Sales
1 in Academy
$40,000 Price
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Joe Loft
JL
Joe Loft
Responds QuicklyThe Realty Center
(314) 310-6315
36 Total Sales
1 in Academy
$135,000 Price
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Lemmie Rodgers
Lemmie Rodgers
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty - Gundaker
(314) 648-2859
18 Total Sales
1 in Academy
$66,000 Price
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Lindy Kurtz
Lindy Kurtz
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Pinnacle
(210) 964-6476
225 Total Sales
1 in Academy
$165,000 Price
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Tammy Derrigan
Tammy Derrigan
Responds QuicklyWorth Clark Realty
(314) 310-8489
165 Total Sales
1 in Academy
$52,000 Price
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David Gerchen
David Gerchen
Coldwell Banker Realty - Gundaker West Regional
(314) 988-3123
113 Total Sales
2 in Academy
$15K - $200K Price Range
Schools
Source:
GreatSchools:
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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
Forest Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
Sherman Park
Fountain Park
Ivory Perry Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Academy | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Academy Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Academy, Saint Louis sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Academy, Saint Louis over the last 12 months is $72,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$83,000
Median Sale Price
$72,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$80,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$59,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
-1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$39
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
604
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Median Year Built
1899
Months of Supply
6.00
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,031
Median Age
39
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,379
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,300
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85.3%
College Graduates
20.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
69
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42
/ 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
Hamilton Heights
Classic architecture dominates this northside neighborhood
Visitation Park
A blend of old and new 6 miles from St. Louis
Fountain Park
Antique architecture with renovation potential in a convenient West End location
Kingsway
Neighborhood with ongoing renovation efforts and several parks
Lewis Place
Historic homes with new developments in the works just 5 miles from downtown
Central West End
Historic St. Louis suburb with culture, art and lifestyle attractions
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