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Kings Oak

Kings Oak

$270,932 Average Value
$199 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

A little seclusion in St. Louis

With fewer than 80 homes, the neighborhood of Kings Oak is one of the smallest in the St. Louis area. Rows of densely arranged centennial homes border tree-lined sidewalks, creating efficient routes to the schools, parks, and shopping that cluster around its perimeters. Kings Oak has maintained a reputation as a quiet, peaceful community despite its proximity to more prominent neighborhoods and a popular urban park. This factor and its walkability make it an ideal location for those who want access to entertainment and shopping without being forced to hear it outside their window.

Quiet streets of Kings Oak offer shaded sidewalks.
Quiet streets of Kings Oak offer shaded sidewalks.
Downtown St. Louis is just a quick drive down nearby I-64.
Downtown St. Louis is just a quick drive down nearby I-64.
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Central to shopping, food and more

Those looking for local beer can find it at Modern Brewery, which transformed a shuttered café into a taphouse that serves house-brewed IPAs, sours and more. Their partner restaurant, The Kings Oak, offers an eclectic menu of pizza, sandwiches and Cajun-inspired snacks. Three miles northeast is The Grove, a dense, walkable strip of quirky restaurants, retail destinations and live performance venues. Or head a mile south to The Hill, an authentic Italian neighborhood known for its food, history and annual Italian Heritage parade. Drive 5 miles west for the St. Louis Galleria, which has over 100 stores, including Macy’s, Express, Apple and more.

Modern Brewery  is located at 5200 Oakland Ave.
Modern Brewery is located at 5200 Oakland Ave.
The grove, an entertainment district, lies just east of Kings Oak.
The grove, an entertainment district, lies just east of Kings Oak.
The Korean BBQ Pork tacos are a specialty at Modern Brewery .
The Korean BBQ Pork tacos are a specialty at Modern Brewery .
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Monthly cleanups and First Fridays

Regular events in Kings Oak tend to center around civic pride, including monthly neighborhood cleanups, where locals are encouraged to get their hands dirty for the sake of a neat neighborhood. The St. Louis Science Center is also well known for its regular happenings, including themed First Friday celebrations.

The St. Louis Science Center Planetarium hosts educational star shows, laser shows, and more.
The St. Louis Science Center Planetarium hosts educational star shows, laser shows, and more.
The Science Center is a walkable distance from the homes in Kings Oak.
The Science Center is a walkable distance from the homes in Kings Oak.
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Historic Colonials and Craftsman

Heavily trafficked streets like Manchester Avenue, Kingshighway Boulevard and Oakland Avenue separate Kings Oak’s homes from the larger surrounding neighborhoods. “It’s a quiet, little-known neighborhood with a lot of the original housing stock,” says Ron Coleman, Neighborhood Improvement Specialist for Kings Oak. Originally built in the wake of the 1904 St. Louis World’s Fair, every home in Kings Oak was constructed in the early 1900s, giving the residential areas a historical quality. The most common house styles are Dutch Colonial Revivals and Craftsman, and prices start around the mid-$200,000s, while a freshly remodeled home may carry a price tag in the high $300,000s.

Dutch Colonials are one of the common types of homes in Kings Oak.
Dutch Colonials are one of the common types of homes in Kings Oak.
Craftsman architecture in Kings Oak is classic.
Craftsman architecture in Kings Oak is classic.
Kings Oak residents enjoy broad porches and close knit neighbors.
Kings Oak residents enjoy broad porches and close knit neighbors.
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One of the best schools in Missouri

Students can begin their education at Mason Elementary School, which scores a C with Niche. From there, they can attend Long International Middle School before enrolling in Roosevelt High School, both of which have a C-minus. Those interested in a private education can attend St. Louis University High School, which scores an A-plus and is one of Niche’s Top 10 Best Private High Schools in Missouri.

Mason School originally opened in 1919.
Mason School originally opened in 1919.
Roosevelt High School welcomes its students for another year of learning.
Roosevelt High School welcomes its students for another year of learning.
Long Middle School holds an overall grade of C- from Niche.
Long Middle School holds an overall grade of C- from Niche.
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Forest Park for a backyard

Directly north of Kings Oak is Forest Park, a 1,300-acre stretch of greenery featuring 30 miles of trails, museums, a golf course, the St. Louis Zoo and more. Two miles southeast is the Missouri Botanical Garden, which offers 79 acres of flowers, trees and foliage to stroll through.

The St. Louis Science Center Planetarium hosts educational star shows, laser shows, and more.
The St. Louis Science Center Planetarium hosts educational star shows, laser shows, and more.
The Saint Louis Zoo in Forest Park is home to over 16,000 animals.
The Saint Louis Zoo in Forest Park is home to over 16,000 animals.
Forest park features multiple lakes and ponds for fishing.
Forest park features multiple lakes and ponds for fishing.
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St. Louis by air or land

Interstate 64 passes north of Kings Oak, reaching Downtown St. Louis in 5 miles. The St. Louis Lambert International Airport can be found 14 miles northwest.

Barnes Jewish Hospital is just over I-64 from the Kings Oak neighborhood.
Barnes Jewish Hospital is just over I-64 from the Kings Oak neighborhood.
Downtown St. Louis is just a quick drive down nearby I-64.
Downtown St. Louis is just a quick drive down nearby I-64.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

St Louis Lambert International

23 min drive

Bus

5011 Manchester Wb

Bus

Kingshighway & Manchester Sb

Kings Oak Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$259,000
Median Sale Price
$259,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$259,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
2
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$199

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
60
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1914
Months of Supply
0.00

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
104
Median Age
34
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
15.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$55,000
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,783

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
92.7%
College Graduates
59.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
35.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
2''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

68 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

19 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

46 / 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.

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