Just 7.5 miles from downtown St. Louis, Ellendale is a community with history always just around the corner. The area’s land used to be part of a homestead owned by a blacksmith. Upon his death, his children took their shares of the land, and many transformed them into residential communities like Ellendale. “In the early 19th century, the area was considered a countryside retreat because it was so far away from the city center,” says Matt Sisul, the president of Ellendale Neighborhood Association. “We have a lot of historical farm homes that are still in existence.” Today, Ellendale is in a central location where residents are just a short drive from downtown St. Louis, Historic Downtown Maplewood and Wildlife Island.
Ellendale is a small residential neighborhood in west-central St. Louis.
Ellendale is bordered to the north by old historic route 66.
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Dutch Colonials alongside bungalows in Ellendale
Ellendale features an eclectic mix of homes dating through all eras of American history. Historical homes dating back to the 19th century are a rarity because of a gas explosion in 1904 that destroyed many of the originals, but there are still some that homebuyers can find on the market. Twentieth-century Dutch Colonials with gambrel roofs are nestled beside siding bungalows. Residents can enjoy front porches with front steps leading to the sidewalks regardless of when homes were built. Many houses lack garages, so street parking is more common though some homes do have driveways. Most homes here list $120,000 and $350,000, with larger homes pricing higher.
Ellendale has numerous historic farmhouse homes.
Dutch colonial homes are found in Ellendale.
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Museums and walking trails around Ellendale
Francis R. Slay Park sits at the heart of Ellendale, with baseball and soccer fields and tennis courts. Kids can play at the playground, and joggers and bikers can exercise on the paved two-lane trail here. It also boasts a trailhead for the River des Peres Greenway, a paved trail popular with hikers and bikers. “It’s a hike, but you can go all the way down to the Mississippi River,” Sisul says. Wildlife Island is just a few miles from Ellendale, an oasis of city attractions and green spaces. It’s home to John F. Kennedy Memorial Forest, where residents can stroll through 60 acres of mature forests. For a day out with family or friends, people can head to the Saint Louis Zoo or the Saint Louis Art Museum.
Bikers zip along the River Des Peres Greenway's many miles of trails.
The St. Louis Zoo in Forest Park is an attraction for all neighborhoods in St. Louis and beyond.
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JROTC opportunities at Roosevelt High School
From preschool through sixth grade, students can attend Mason Elementary School, which receives a C from Niche. Long Middle Community Education Center serves grades seven and eight. Roosevelt High School offers students a Marine Corps Junior Reserve Officers’ Training Corps (MCJROTC) program. Niche gives both schools C-minus rankings.
Mason Elementary School
Within Dutchtown, Long Middle Community Education Center empowers future leaders of the world.
Roosevelt High School welcomes its students for another year of learning.
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Shop local produce at Maplewood's Wednesday farmers market
Because Maplewood is within a mile of Ellendale, residents can attend the city’s community events. From June to September, the Summer Concert Series highlights local musicians with free concerts on the fourth Sunday of each month. Taste of Maplewood Street Festival in May features the city’s many excellent restaurants and eateries. Every Wednesday evening from May to October, Ellenwood residents can peruse the fresh, local produce and prepared goods at SOL Food Farmers Market.
There's a Metrolink train station in Maplewood Commons.
Commute to downtown St. Louis via I-94 or Metrolink
Residents commuting to downtown St. Louis can get into the city easily by car via I-94, which runs along the neighborhood. In Maplewood, the Sunnen Metrolink station runs on the MLB line, which also connects to downtown. Along the northern side of Ellendale, Manchester Avenue goes right into downtown Maplewood, with a bus line available here. St. Louis Lambert International Airport is just 13 miles from Ellendale. The nearest medical center is SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital, about 1.8 miles away.
Ellendale's historic restaurants and Maplewood cafes
The Piccadilly at Manhattan is another example of Ellendale’s history. Founded in 1901, the restaurant serves classics like fried fish sandwiches and chicken pot pie and has been operated by the same family for five generations. For a night out, people can try one of the 101 beers on tap at Nick’s Pub or play darts or pool in their upstairs game room. In Historic Downtown Maplewood, cat people can stop in Mauhaus Cat Café and Lounge to play with cats there and maybe even take one home. For groceries, Schnucks Maplewood is just 0.6 miles from Ellendale. Brentwood Pointe is a larger shopping center just 3 miles from the neighborhood, featuring a Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, Target and Walmart Supercenter.
Piccadilly at Manhattan is located Piccadilly Ave and Manhattan Ave. in Ellendale.
Schlafly Bottleworks is a popular brewery adjacent to Ellendale.
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Ellendale's increased train activity
Ellendale does have multiple train tracks running through the neighborhood to the north and south. Residents living near the tracks may hear trains as they come through.
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Parks in this Area
Yale Park
Francis Slay Park
Tower Grove Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Franz Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Sutton Loop Park
Ryan Hummert Memorial Park
Transit
Airport
St Louis Lambert International
21 min drive
Bus
Southwest & Mccausland Wb
Bus
Southwest & Limit Eb
Bus
Jamieson & Smiley Nb
Bus
1900 Hampton Nb
Bus
Manchester & Mitchell Eb
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Ellendale
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
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
Ellendale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ellendale, Saint Louis sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Ellendale, Saint Louis over the last 12 months is $204,500, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,202
Median Age
41
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,145
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,371
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.3%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.8%
Advanced Degrees
13.5%
% Population in Labor Force
78.7%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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