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From the beer to the brick, history abounds in this St. Louis neighborhood
Slender, brick Italianate-style homes jut into the St. Louis sky all around Benton Park. This neighborhood is full of classic architecture, and its grid of city blocks make up territories that are part of the National Register of Historic Places. These homes encircle an eclectic mix of restaurants and also the area’s namesake park, a 14-acre centerpiece of sorts in the area. “They’ll take their dogs there, they’ll take their kids there,” Mike Hill, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty - Gunda who earned his company’s Rising Star Award in 2023. “St. Louis is known for its parks. And parkfront is kind of a luxury. If you’ve got the park across the street from you as opposed to another row of houses, it’s a more desirable feature.”
Established homes still standing tall
Most of Benton Park’s houses were built around the turn of the 20th century, mostly rowhome-style options built compactly. “They’re brick walk-ups,” Hill says. “Tiny lots. Usually they back up to an alley, and sometimes you have off-street parking or a garage.” The homes here average 2,270 square feet, and quite a few are multifamily structures. Others are condos and townhomes, supplementing the single-family houses here. The area’s National Register of Historic Places designation helps preserve its classic character, though modernization is common. “There has been more renovation on the east side of Benton Park, so the home values are higher,” says Realtor Dawn Griffin, who leads The Dawn Griffin Group with eXp Realty and has 20 years of industry experience. “If you’re looking for a place to invest where there are still opportunities, that’s on the west side.” Homes in need of work, including both single-family and multifamily houses, go for between $75,000 and $120,000. Those in better condition sell for $125,000 to $600,000 based on factors like square footage and condition. Condos and townhomes here go for $150,000 to $435,000.
Neighborhood cafe is a hotspot
An assortment of restaurants here give residents a variety of flavors to choose from, within walking distance. The Benton Park Cafe & Coffee Bar is among the spots well-liked by locals. “Benton Park Cafe has a really righteous breakfast and brunch,” Hill says. Hodak’s Restaurant & Bar is another stalwart in the neighborhood, open since 1962 and known for its cornmeal-breaded fried chicken. “Hodak’s is my favorite chicken joint,” Hill says. Blues City Deli, meanwhile, is popular for sandwiches, including its po' boys. The area is also known in part for its multiple breweries, influenced by the German immigrants who began arriving here in the mid-19th century and by the caves that at one time traced through the neighborhood underground and served as space to store beer. Anheuser-Busch’s St. Louis brewery is located just outside the neighborhood, as are the facilities for the now-defunct Lemp Brewery, which dates back to 1864 and is now a haunted house, open on Fridays and Saturdays through October. Save A Lot and Schnucks supermarkets are also located just outside the neighborhood, providing options for grocery shopping.
Benton Park stays busy with events
The Benton Park Neighborhood Association backs multiple community events in the area. Among them is a Halloween parade and trunk-or-treat, complete with contests for best kids costume and best decorated car or golf cart. There’s a Benton Park Holiday Party in early December, too, with a Santa parade and festivities at Bluewood Brewing, including raffles and silent auctions.
Sigel Elementary offers accessible instruction
The Saint Louis Public Schools system carries a C overall rating on Niche. Students attend Sigel Elementary, which includes a dedicated Deaf and Hard of Hearing Program, for preschool through sixth grade. Long International Middle covers grades 7 and 8 and afterschool programming there touches on everything from robotics to chess. The student-teacher ratio at Roosevelt High is just 13-to-1. All three schools carry C-minus grades on Niche. St. Frances Cabrini Academy is a private option in the neighborhood for kindergarten to eighth grade, where students can learn an instrument after school and participate in a camping class.
Benton Park traces back more than 150 years
Benton Park, the neighborhood’s namesake green space, dates back to 1866. It’s still a key feature of the neighborhood, whether to walk around the fountain and over the pedestrian bridge or to take the kids to the playground. There are tennis and pickleball courts here, too. The Cherokee Recreation Center is in the park as well, a space whose features include a boxing room. The neighborhood’s 9-acre Cherokee Park offers a ball field.
I-55 is within quick reach
Interstate 55 runs parallel to a portion of Benton Park. I-55 connects to I-44 for quick commutes to Downtown St. Louis, and I-44 is also a way to reach the 356-bed SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital — both are trips of 3 miles. Travelers can use I-55 as a link to I-70 to go to the St. Louis Lambert International Airport, too, a 17-mile trip. The thoroughfare Gravois Avenue gives residents in the neighborhood access to several stops in the city’s MetroBus system.
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Parks in this Area
Lyon Park
Frenchtown Dog Park
Tower Grove Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Pontiac Square Park
Gravois Park
Cherokee Park
Transit
Airport
St Louis Lambert International
27 min drive
Bus
Jefferson & Arsenal Nb
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Jefferson & Pestalozzi Sb
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Gravois & California Eb
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Gravois & Utah Eb
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Gravois & Mcnair Eb
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Cherokee & Compton Wb
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Arsenal & Wisconsin Eb
Benton Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Benton Park, Saint Louis sell after 89 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Benton Park, Saint Louis over the last 12 months is $421,313, down 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This stunning townhouse sits in a prime location in Benton Park, just two blocks from Benton Park itself! If you are a foodie, this home is perfect for you! This home is surrounded by some of the city's best dining spots, including Yemanja, Arzola's, Peacemaker, Blues City Deli, Sidney Street Cafe, Benton Park Cafe, and Spoonful of Sugar. Inside, charm radiates throughout with original details
This beautifully renovated 3 bed, 2.5 bath home offers even more room to live and entertain—right in the heart of Benton Park. With a generous open floor plan, exposed brick, tall ceilings, recessed lighting, and abundant natural light, this home seamlessly blends historic charm with modern comfort. The expanded kitchen boasts granite countertops, a ceramic tile backsplash, stainless steel
Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3 bed, 2.5 bath home in the heart of Benton Park, blending historic charm with modern upgrades. Enjoy the open floor plan with exposed brick, recessed lighting, and tons of natural light throughout. The stylish kitchen features quartz countertops, a ceramic tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and an island with breakfast bar seating—perfect for
Welcome to 2900 Indiana Ave, Unit #3 – where charm, convenience, and coffee shops collide! This beautifully updated 3BR/2BA condo in the heart of Benton Park offers the perfect blend of modern upgrades and historic character. Perched on the upper level, you’ll love the sun-soaked open layout, warm hardwood floors, and a renovated kitchen that’s ready for your culinary adventures—complete with GE
Welcome home to Senate Square Apartments, located in the Benton Park area of St. Louis, Missouri! Our community offers beautifully-renovated one, two, and three bedroom townhome apartments, featuring a mix of historic charm and modern finishes. Every floorplan offers spacious living areas, wood-inspired plank flooring, stainless steel appliances, and generous storage space, all included to create
Available in August! 1st floor apt in duplex, walking distance to cute Benton Park. 1 bedroom 1 bath. Character and charm still intact but nicely maintained with updates. Tenant pays gas and electric utilities separately. Laundry area in basement, shared with upstairs unit. Street parking only. Deposit amount equivalent to 1-mo rent. Applications completed online AFTER viewing $65/adult.
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Property Id: 2039019Historic City Living in NEWLY RENOVATED LUXURY TOWNHOUSE-style apartment in Benton Park - $1,850/Month. Newly installed Missouri Made Hardwood Floors throughout the entire apartment. Newer Appliances, cabinets and master bathroom remodel. New extended deck for enjoyable outside living space. Conveniently located across from Anheuser-Busch and just down the
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,689
Median Age
37
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,887
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$87,538
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.5%
College Graduates
46.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.1%
% Population in Labor Force
76.5%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
11''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
59/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
85/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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