$66,853Average Value$203Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Development grants for grabs in a former factory community
On the northwestern edge of St. Louis city limits is Wells/Goodfellow. The neighborhood's legacy as a respite for St. Louis' 20th-century working class still exists in trace amounts with remnants like manufacturing plants that once provided tens of thousands of jobs to neighborhood residents. The plants shut down decades ago, which has led to a population decline in the neighborhood, but efforts are being made to bring people back. “Right now, most homes are being purchased by investors,” says Renee Reed, a real estate agent with Coldwell Banker Realty, who sells homes in the neighborhood. “The city offers grant money to those who invest in that area, so they’re coming in and fixing up a lot of the homes.”
Rehabbing century-old homes
Wells/Goodfellow features blocks of single-family houses built between the late 1800s and early 1900s. Some are nearly touching, while others are next to rows of empty lots. They include many shotgun houses, Dutch Colonials and smaller bungalows and Cape Cods. Though the neighborhood has more than 6,000 residents, many homes sit vacant and are in need of repair. These sell for around $10,000 to $15,000. Homes that are move-in ready range from $30,000 to $50,000. Reed says, “There are some new houses being built for seniors by community development organizations as well.” Street parking is the norm in Wells/Goodfellow. However, some houses have additional parking spaces that are accessible through back alleyways.
A gambrel roofed home sits atop a hill in Wells/Goodfellow.
This unique home in Wells/Goodfellow looks as if there was an addition to the front entrance.
A row of bungalows greets walkers along the streets of Wells/Goodfellow.
A covered patio provides shade from the sun for a home in Wells/Goodfellow.
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Plenty of bus stops run through Wells/Goodfellow and provide convenient public transportation.
Commute with MetroBus and Highway 70
MetroBus provides public transportation for residents traveling around Wells/Goodfellow and the surrounding St. Louis area. Bus stops can be found no more than a few blocks from each home. Access to Interstate 70 is about two miles north, making for a 9-mile trip to downtown. Commuters can also avoid the highways by taking the main roads to downtown. Though the 6-mile drive is shorter, there are more traffic lights.
Sumner HS is located in west central St Louis.
Wells-Goodfellow schools focus on community involvement
Students attend Laclede Elementary, Yeatman-Liddell Middle and Sumner High, each of which receives a D-plus grade from Niche. Laclede, located in the heart of the Wells/Goodfellow, and Yetman-Lidell, partner with dozens of community resources from mental health specialists to non-profit tutoring organizations. Sumner offers an Arts Pathway program that began in 2021 in an effort to keep the school open by attracting students interested in music, visual arts, fashion and other arts studies.
Shipping and dining along Natural Bridge Avenue
Shoppers can get groceries and other household essentials at Schnucks in the shopping center on Natural Bridge Avenue on the north side of Wells/Goodfellow. It’s just steps away for some, while others may have to drive about two miles. The shopping center has a few smaller retailers and is home to Imo’s Pizza, known for its St. Louis-style pies. Dr. Martin Luther King Drive on the south side is lined with several more local restaurants like Mom’s Soul Food Kitchen, a community staple where its specialty is all in the name. Just down the street, Club Vision is open until midnight, five days a week for those who like to hang out late with friends.
Imo's Pizza is a wonderful chain restaurant headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri.
Save a lot has discount groceries and one is conveniently located in Wells/Goodfellow.
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Have a play day at Barrett Brothers Park
Locals enjoy recreational activities at Barrett Brothers Park. Reed says, “There are always football practices and baseball games going on in the park.” Off the fields, kids can play on the playground and have pickup games on the basketball court. The park also has a pavilion residents can use for get-togethers and a fitness trail with exercise equipment.
A full sized basketball court is one of many amenities in Wells/Goodfellow.
There is plenty of room to picnic at multiple parks in Wells/Goodfellow.
Bugg Lake provides fantastic views of the water near Wells/Goodfellow.
Julia Davis St Louis Library features a modern architectural design featuring white pillars.
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Parks in this Area
W.C. Handy Park
Barrett Brothers Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Sherman Park
Penrose Park
Fountain Park
Amherst Park
Basketball
Soccer
Volleyball
Transit
Airport
St Louis Lambert International
14 min drive
Bus
Goodfellow & Theodosia Sb
Bus
St. Louis & Clara Wb
Bus
St. Louis & Belt Wb
Bus
Dr Ml King & Arlington Wb
Bus
Dr Ml King & Union Wb
Bus
Dr Ml King & Clara Wb
Bus
Goodfellow & Greer Nb
Wells-Goodfellow Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wells-Goodfellow, Saint Louis sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Wells-Goodfellow, Saint Louis over the last 12 months is $500,000, up 54% 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,730
Median Age
37
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.4%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$30,842
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$43,110
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.3%
College Graduates
7.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
56.4%
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®
43/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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