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A cultural epicenter
In the mid-1800s, Irish, Italian and German immigrants journeyed from St. Louis to Franz Park to work in the nearby clay mines. Today, generations of Franz Park residents enjoy the neighborhood’s convenient location, equidistant from downtown St. Louis and residential suburbs.
With varied restaurants that celebrate the area’s cultural influences, plus expansive parks that host community events, there’s something for everyone to enjoy in Franz Park. “You’re a hop, skip and a jump away from everything in St. Louis,” says Ryan Koppy, a RE/MAX Results Associate based in St. Louis. “If you like to go around town, it’s easy to take an Uber anywhere. You can walk to bars and restaurants along Manchester Avenue, and if you’re a jogger or walker, you’re close to Forest Park.”
Franz Park was once home to European immigrants in the 1800s.
Franz Park residents have quick access to local attractions like the St Louis Art Museum.
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A variety of houses
House hunters in Franz Park can choose from a wide range of house styles, including charming 19th century Queen Anne farmhouses, cozy 1920s bungalows and 2010s custom-built modern houses. The average home price in Franz Park is between $250,000 and $300,000, and houses spend an average of 29 days on the market. In 2023, 55 houses sold in Franz Park, and as of April 2024, one active listing was available.
The convenience of Franz Park’s location is reflected in the home prices. While an older two-bedroom bungalow may be priced in the $200,000s, Koppy says new construction homes are listed starting around $500,000—a big jump from the metro area’s median sales price of $276,000.
This well maintained bungalow proudly displays the American flag in the Franz Park neighborhood.
Older brick homes line the streets in the Franz Park neighborhood.
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Parks and amenities
The largest city park in St. Louis, Forest Park offers an all-day getaway less than 2 miles north of Franz Park. Forest Park is a cultural heavyweight that houses the Saint Louis Zoo, Saint Louis Art Museum and the Missouri History Museum. In addition, the park includes 1,300 acres of biking trails, golf courses and lakes for locals to explore.
Head to the park that shares its name with the neighborhood for a quicker outdoor adventure. Franz Park is a green square planted in the middle of the community that offers space for a game of horseshoes, softball or tennis.
Franz Park's monument dedication plaque stands as a testament to E.D. Franz contributions.
Grow fresh produce at Franz Park's community garden.
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Maplewood Richmond Heights Schools
Franz Park students may attend Maplewood Richmond Heights Early Childhood Center and Maplewood Richmond Heights Elementary School, both rated A- by Niche. These schools enroll students from preschool through sixth grade. From there, students may attend Maplewood Richmond Heights Middle School for seventh and eighth grade, rated B+, and finish their education at Maplewood Richmond Heights High School, rated A.
Alternate schools include Wilkinson Early Childhood Center, a public magnet school for pre-kindergarten through second graders, rated C+ by Niche, and The Wilson School, a private school that enrolls students from preschool through sixth grade, rated A+ by Niche. There’s also St. Louis University High School, a private Catholic school rated A+ by Niche.
The MRH Early Childhood Center is part of the Maplewood Richmond Heights school district.
Maplewood Richmond Heights High School cater to individual learning styles.
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Dogtown’s annual events
Franz Park – along with surrounding neighborhoods Cheltenham, Clayton-Tamm, Ellendale and Hi-Pointe – formed an area locally called Dogtown in the 1880s. The Dogtown United nonprofit keeps that community identity alive today by hosting a variety of public events, like the annual Dogtown St. Patrick’s Day Parade and Irish Festival. Every St. Patrick’s Day, locals pack the sidewalks to dance to bagpipe music and watch decorative floats pass out candy to children. After the parade, the neighborhood fills the streets to enjoy food, beer and music together.
Close to downtown
Franz Park is 7 miles west of St. Louis and driving between the two via Interstate 64 takes between 10 and 20 minutes, depending on traffic. Public transit options are available from the Manchester McCausland bus stop to the Civic Center Transit Center in downtown St. Louis. This trip takes around 45 minutes, and buses leave every hour. The St. Louis Lambert International Airport is 12 miles north of Franz Park, ready for longer journeys.
Franz Park is 7 miles west of Downtown St. Louis.
East of Franz Park in St. Louis is The Gateway Arch, a 630' tall stainless steel monument.
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Walking to restaurants
Just about any home in Franz Park is within walking distance of restaurants. Olympia Kebob House & Taverna, named one of the top five gyro spots in St. Louis by Riverfront Times, is a favorite gathering spot where neighbors enjoy classic Greek cuisine. Manchester Avenue, which runs along the south side of Franz Park, is dotted with dining options, including Faloni’s Restaurant, Cham Bakery and Sunny’s Cantina.
Home cooks can fill their pantries at Schnucks’ Maplewood location in the Maplewood Square Shopping Mall. An even closer option is El Potro Grocery Store, a Central American grocery located on Manchester Avenue.
El Potro Mexican restaurant in Franz Park serves delicious steak fajitas.
Sunny’s Cantina Mexican restaurant in Franz Park is located along Manchester Road.
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Parks in this Area
Yale Park
Francis Slay Park
Franz Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Ryan Hummert Memorial Park
Highland Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Transit
Airport
St Louis Lambert International
20 min drive
Bus
Manchester & Waldemar Eb
Bus
Manchester & Schaeffer Place Eb
Bus
Manchester & Mitchell Wb
Bus
Manchester & Kraft Wb
Bus
Manchester & Mccausland Eb
Bus
Manchester & Noonan Sb
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.54 Reviews
4.0Niche User
7/22/2014Niche Review
I do really love the parks in St. Louis City. Forest Park and Tower Grove Park are my favorites. There are also really beautiful hiking trails very close to the city. As far as nature/outdoors goes, St. Louis is beautiful.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Franz Park
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
Franz Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Franz Park, Saint Louis sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Franz Park, Saint Louis over the last 12 months is $250,000, up 6% 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
1,729
Median Age
39
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$72,211
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,295
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.8%
College Graduates
53.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.9%
% Population in Labor Force
79.1%
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®
47/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
67/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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