$150,963Average Value$302Average Price per Sq Ft13Homes For Sale
Small riverside neighborhood near Downtown Saint Louis
Once a community of riverboat workers along the Mississippi River, Marine Villa is a Saint Louis neighborhood transforming its industrial bones. Four miles south of Downtown, this community is gaining recognition for its homeownership opportunities and proximity to acclaimed food and commerce. “It’s a ‘between area’ that’s relatively quiet with not a lot of street traffic,” says Justin Strohm, a Circa Properties broker who has lived in the city since 2003. Marine Villa’s homes are concentrated on the north and west sides of the community, with Interstate 55 separating them from the Mississippi River bluffs. Buyers will find ample properties fit for renovation among the brick townhouses, Second Empire designs and flounders, which are one-and-a-half-story homes with slanted roofs. Prices can start around $100,000 but can be less for a home in need of major repair or go up to $330,000 for a turnkey.
Downtown St Louis is just a short drive on I-70 from Marine Villa.
Be part of the vital Mississippi River industry in Marine Villa.
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Art galleries, restaurants, boutiques and a cat café
Something to see, taste or listen to is just blocks away here. The acclaimed Sump Coffee, adorned with bearded skulls and a wood-paneled coffee bar, is a hip spot for an espresso. A new book can be found by perusing the shelves at Hammond’s Antiques & Books, while locals love to interact with the free-roaming cats at the Cheshire Grin Cat Cafe. A crucial piece of the neighborhood’s industrial history rests on its northeast side, the former Lemp Brewery. Nonoperational since Prohibition, its cavernous warehouses and industrial buildings have been repurposed into a business park. For dinner, locals recommend reservations for Sister Cities Cajun, a popular Creole-inspired eatery serving seafood gumbo and fried catfish in its cozy dining room and spacious covered patio. Several bars and venues like Irish Corner Pub, 'ssippi wine bar and Fortune Teller Bar offer nightlife. Musicians, local and national, entertain audiences at Off Broadway. When it’s time to stock up on the essentials, residents head to Save A Lot or Schnucks South City.
The Sump Coffee, adorned with bearded skulls, is a hip spot for an espresso in Marine Villa.
Sitting close together in rows along quiet blocks, homes here were mostly built in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Tall Second Empire designs and skinny townhouses tower over small brick bungalows with one-and-a-half-story flounders sporadically wedged in. Flounders, easy to spot with their sloped shed roofs, are rare home types in most cities, but they’re particularly common in St. Louis. While many homes have historic facades, the interiors showcase modern, rehabilitated finishings, a byproduct of recent interest from investors and full-time residents drawn to the area’s home prices. A renovated three-bedroom home is attainable between the mid $200,000s and the low $300,000s, says Colwell Banker Realty agent Stephanie Nelson-Pondrom. Similar properties in neighboring Benton Park have price tags in the $400,000s. Marine Villa boasts another advantage for home renovators: “It’s not an official historic district. If you want some interesting properties outside the historic restrictions, you still have the historical properties there, but you don’t have to go through quite the same number of meetings,” says Nelson-Pondrom, who’s also a longtime St. Louis area resident.
Many Marine Villa homes have been renovated recently.
Many Marine Villa homes are elevated from the street.
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Several parks within minutes of Marine Villa
Residents can take in the fresh air at Benton Park. A network of concrete walking paths shaded by mature trees lead to its stone and brick bridge where residents try to reel in catfish or sunfish in the lake below. Tennis courts and a playground await on the other side. Marquette Park is a popular spot for both indoor and outdoor recreation with a pool and a futsal court that doubles as a piece of art. For a quick trip to the playground, families head to Cherokee Park.
Benton Park is just north of Marine Villa, providing a court to play pickle ball.
Benton Park is just north of Marine Villa providing a playground for your young ones to play.
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Public Transportation
With sidewalks on every street, this neighborhood is very walkable. Broadway has dedicated bike lanes, while Jefferson Avenue and Cherokee Street are bike-friendly. Those same streets are lined with MetroBus stops, making it easy to catch a ride to Downtown St. Louis 4 miles away. Street parking is ample and the neighborhood has easy access to Interstate 55. For out-of-town trips, Lambert-St. Louis International is an 18-mile drive via Interstate 55 and I-70.
Catch your flight at Lambert Airport, serving St Louis area, Marine Villa and beyond.
Public transportation is widely available for the residents of Marine Villa.
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An elementary school with a 125-year history
In 1899, when steamboats frequently chugged up and down the Mississippi, Monroe Elementary opened in the neighborhood. To this day, the school teaches Marine Villa students from its math- and reading-focused curriculum, earning a D-plus grade from Niche. From there, students can attend Long Middle School and Roosevelt High School, both with C-minus ratings. There are several alternative options for families, including KIPP Wonder Academy, a charter school sponsored by Washington University in St. Louis.
Roosevelt High School emphasizes college and career readiness.
Marine Villa students take their studies to Monroe Elementary School.
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Parks in this Area
Mount Pleasant Park
Marquette Park
Lyon Park
Gravois Park
Cherokee Park
Transit
Airport
St Louis Lambert International
28 min drive
Bus
Broadway & Chippewa Sb
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Broadway & Lemp Sb
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Broadway & Potomac Nb
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Broadway & Miami Sb
Marine Villa Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Marine Villa, Saint Louis sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Marine Villa, Saint Louis over the last 12 months is $369,000, down 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Great opportunity to own 38 Units in the heart of South City in St. Louis. The property consists of 38, 1 bedroom units. In-place rents average around $685/month, with renovated units achieving $743/month, showing clear rent upside. The property currently has 14 vacant units ready for lease up creating immediate upside through stabilization and rent growth.
Beautiful Red Brick Colonial back on the market! Located conveniently in South City's Marine Villa neighborhood, it is Spacious and welcoming with tall ceilings and a staircase that accentuates the tall, bright warming windows. This 2 bedroom, 2 full bathrooms, 2 story home has so much potential for you to make it your own. Hardwood floors, living room, dining/living room, eat-in kitchen with
The one you’ve been waiting for! Beautifully updated single family home in Marine Villa neighborhood with private parking + walking distance to Cherokee Street. You will not want to miss this one! Fall in love with the open floor plan that includes blonde hardwood floors, lofty ceilings, and great natural light. The first floor has a large kitchen with fresh paint, updated countertops and
Jonathan BlanchardColdwell Banker Realty - Gundaker West Regional
Stunning Renovated 3-Bedroom Home in Marine VillaWelcome to your dream home in the heart of Marine Villa! This beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2 full-bathroom residence offers exceptional features you'll love, including a:• a modern kitchen with new granite countertops, new cabinetry, and updated appliances—including a dishwasher.• spacious, open-concept living with tasteful updates
Charming second floor walk up apartment with central air conditioning and heat. Located one block from the Cherokee Arts/Antique District and the Mud House Coffee Shop. Beautiful and spacious second floor walk-up apartment with natural light and charming woodwork available now. Apartment has a bedroom, living room, bathroom and kitchen. Family owned and managed, this is our only rental property.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,499
Median Age
38
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,499
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,532
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.9%
College Graduates
23.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.6%
% Population in Labor Force
72.6%
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®
28/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
57/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
39/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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