Affordable, commuter-friendly living in northwest St. Louis
Only 5 miles from downtown St. Louis, Kingsway offers a commuter-friendly neighborhood served by several bus lines. Though vacant properties line some of the community’s streets, organizations like Kingsway Development aim to alter the trajectory of Kingsway’s housing and retail accessibility. Because improvement plans are still in place, median housing prices in Kingsway remain over $200,000 below nearby communities like Central West End.
Kingsway homes with historical charm
The neighborhood maintains a historical feel with brick homes dating back to the early 1900s. Many streets feature traditional-style houses with dormer windows and covered porches, though the occasional bungalow and Victorian-style home can also be found along the sidewalk’s edge. While some homes boast recent renovations, unoccupied houses aren’t an unfamiliar sight. While the reason for the vacancies varies, Juan Lewis of Kingsbury Real Estate—a resident of St. Louis and an agent with over 20 years of experience in the area—explains that older residents left behind some homes after decades of occupancy. “They never really fixed them up, so investors are coming for pennies on the dollar.” Homes needing renovation start at around $15,000, while turnkey homes with two or three bedrooms start at $60,000.
Kingsway features well-maintained homes and lawns.
This colonial style home features a brick facade and symmetrical design.
This Victorian style home in Kingsway is one of the many examples of historical architecture.
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Getting around the greater St. Louis area
The 3, 4, 10, 13 and 95 buses all serve the neighborhood, connecting residents to downtown St. Louis, St. Louis Lambert International Airport and Barnes-Jewish Hospital. For those looking to drive, ramps to Interstate 70 are less than 2 miles north.
Kingsway has a population of 2,604 per the 2020 US Census.
There are plenty of busses running through Kingsway for easy access to downtown St. Louis.
A couple walks along the sidewalk in Kingsway, MO.
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St. Louis Public Schools within walking distance
Part of St. Louis Public Schools, the neighborhood features walkable school options. Many students begin at Lexington Elementary, a neighborhood school earning a C-minus grade from Niche. From here, students transition to two D-plus-graded schools, Yeatman-Liddell Middle and Sumner High. A school serving the neighborhood since 1867, Sumner is deeply rooted in the community and connects with organizations throughout St. Louis to provide art pathways for students to study, from visual arts to music.
Shopping and dining in Kingsway
Save A Lot is less than a mile away, just across Natural Bridge Avenue, ensuring groceries and the essentials are within reach. For clothing, residents find fits to fill their closets at St. Louis Galleria, about 8 miles southwest. Regarding restaurants, quick stops like McDonald’s, White Castle and Church’s Chicken surround the neighborhood, but Euclid Market offers local eats for takeout like the Chicken n Shrimp Philly and Ribeye Steak Sandwich.
Wade Florist is a local shop in Kingsway to buy fresh flowers.
Imo's Pizza is a convenient delivery service for hot pizza.
The local Walgreens is the perfect place to run daily errands for residents of Kingsway.
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Heading outdoors in St. Louis city parks
Home to Sherman Park, the neighborhood gains access to a playground, tennis courts, a football field and a baseball field. The Wohl Recreation Center also resides in the 22-acre park and offers dance classes, cooking courses, open swims and homework help. For a smaller community park closer to Natural Bridge Avenue, Handy Park is less than 2 miles northeast of Sherman and features walking trails, a basketball court and a playground within its nearly 12-acre green space.
Kingsway is a wonderful neighborhood to walk your dog.
A dog plays in the autumn leaves in Kingsway, MO.
A man goes on a morning walk through the neighborhood of Kingsway.
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Year-round events in Forest Park
Though the neighborhood includes its own parks, Forest Park sits less than 3 miles southeast and offers free events throughout the year, including music performances and annual races. “There are live opera concerts, and they are some of the best. When I say top-of-the-line concerts, they have all the colors, bells and whistles and beautiful outfits,” Lewis explains. The park also hosts the annual St. Louis African Arts Festival, Turkey Trot and Shakespeare in the Park.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Kingsway
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
9
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Kingsway Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kingsway, Saint Louis sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Kingsway, Saint Louis over the last 12 months is $26,500, down 30% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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