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Wildwood

Wildwood

Located in St. Louis County

$632,441 Average Value
$242 Average Price per Sq Ft
29 Homes For Sale

Wildwood is St. Louis' biggest suburb

Home to about 35,000 people, Wildwood, Missouri is the largest suburb of St. Louis. It’s located along old Route 66 and is situated at the rolling foothills of the Ozarks. The housing inventory reflects a mix of both suburban and rural. The eastern side of this city has condos and subdivisions, while the western side has larger properties with more land. The city works purposefully to maintain its open spaces, rural roadways and its excellent schools.

Housing in Wildwood can vary from small condos to multi-million-dollar estates.
Housing in Wildwood can vary from small condos to multi-million-dollar estates.
Located in the foothills of the Ozarks, Wildwood, Missouri, is St. Louis’ biggest suburb.
Located in the foothills of the Ozarks, Wildwood, Missouri, is St. Louis’ biggest suburb.
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European-style estates to condos and subdivisions

Wildwood was officially incorporated in 1995, and a lot of development has happened in the 30 years since. From condos that span less than 1,000 square feet to luxury estates on multi-acre lots, Wildwood's housing options vary widely. Styles include everything from ramblers and stone mansions to European-style estates and brick Colonial Revivals. The home types are generally determined by location. Neighborhoods closer to town center, like Grover, have condos and subdivisions, while more rural neighborhoods, like Glencoe, have larger homes on more acreage. Prices vary from $180,000 to over $2 million, depending on size, location and condition. The median price in Wildwood is $580,000, but the median for a single-family home is $652,000, above the national median.

Discover upscale living with spacious estates in scenic Wildwood, Missouri.
Discover upscale living with spacious estates in scenic Wildwood, Missouri.
Experience stylish condo living with easy access to Wildwood’s shops and trails.
Experience stylish condo living with easy access to Wildwood’s shops and trails.
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Ample green space at the foothills of the Ozarks

Sitting at the foothills of the Ozarks, Wildwood has many green spaces for residents to hike, camp and cycle. Rockwoods Reservation is a wildlife reserve with miles of hiking trails, while Dr. Edmund A. Babler Memorial State Park has camping facilities and equestrian trails. Plus, the Hidden Valley Ski Resort has beginner downhill trails, terrain parks and a tubing hill.

Discover wildlife and nature on peaceful hiking paths at Rockwoods Reservation.
Discover wildlife and nature on peaceful hiking paths at Rockwoods Reservation.
Dr. Edward Babler statue is seen inside as a place of memory in Wildwood, Missouri.
Dr. Edward Babler statue is seen inside as a place of memory in Wildwood, Missouri.
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Wildwood Town Center is a planned commercial district

Along Main Street is Wildwood Town Center, a planned hub of shopping and dining featuring local shops like Milk & Honey and restaurants like Letty Lou’s. Wildwood is best known, however, for the Big Chief Restaurant, which opened in 1928 and is on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places. Built as part of a tourist camp on the newly opened Route 66, the restaurant serves standard American fare. The St. Louis Premium Outlets are less than 10 miles away and offer more than 80 stores.

Enjoy homestyle flavors and friendly vibes at Letty Lou’s in Wildwood.
Enjoy homestyle flavors and friendly vibes at Letty Lou’s in Wildwood.
Big Chief Restaurant, in Wildwood is on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
Big Chief Restaurant, in Wildwood is on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places.
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Drive Old Route 66, take the bus to St. Louis

Wildwood is situated along Old Route 66, right near Interstates 44 and 64, which both lead into St. Louis. A few Metro St. Louis MetroBus routes also stop in Wildwood. The closest airport is the Spirit of St. Louis, 10 miles away. The closest hospital is St. Luke’s, 12 miles away.

Historic Route 66 signage marks Wildwood’s ties to its early tourism roots.
Historic Route 66 signage marks Wildwood’s ties to its early tourism roots.
Ride along the historic Route 66 on dedicated bike lanes through scenic Wildwood, Missouri.
Ride along the historic Route 66 on dedicated bike lanes through scenic Wildwood, Missouri.
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R-VI School District is third best in Missouri

Students in Wildwood are part of the R-VI School District, which earns an A-plus rating on Niche and is ranked as the best school district in Missouri for athletes and as the third best overall by Niche. There are 19 elementary schools, none rated lower than an A-minus, six middle schools, — including the third, seventh and ninth best in the state —and four high schools, including the third, fourth and twelfth best in the state.

Students at Rockwood Valley Middle School benefit from Wildwood’s A-plus rated school district.
Students at Rockwood Valley Middle School benefit from Wildwood’s A-plus rated school district.
Students thrive at Babler Elementary School, part of Wildwood’s top-rated R-VI School District.
Students thrive at Babler Elementary School, part of Wildwood’s top-rated R-VI School District.
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Important to know

Crime data for Wildwood was not readily available, but the county as a whole receives a CAP Index crime score of 2, which is below the national average of 4.

Every year in mid-September for the past 30 years, the city has hosted Celebrate Wildwood. The festival has a parade, food trucks, craft booths, live music and fireworks.

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Tanner Harding
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Schools

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Area Facts

Number of Homes
1,715
Number of Homes for Sale
29
Median Year Built
1989
Months of Supply
5.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,012
Significantly above the national average
1,931
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,727
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,568
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,513
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
26,136

Open Houses

  • Thursday, Mar 26
    Open Thu 4PM - 6PM

    16923 Westridge Oaks Dr, Grover, MO 63040

    $579,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 3,561 Sq Ft
    • 16923 Westridge Oaks Dr
    • New 1 day ago

    Beautiful 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath two-story residence nestled in the highly sought-after Wildwood area. This well-appointed home offers a refined yet comfortable layout, featuring both a formal dining room and a separate dining area, along with an inviting living room highlighted by a stunning gas fireplace. The well-designed eat-in kitchen is perfect for both everyday living and entertaining,

    Angela Kittner Keller Williams Realty St. Louis

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  • Sunday, Mar 29
    Open Sun 1PM - 3PM

    583 McBride Pointe Dr, Ballwin, MO 63011

    $439,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,827 Sq Ft
    • 583 McBride Pointe Dr
    • New 10 days ago

    Welcome home to this wonderfully updated 2 story that backs to dense woods with large level rear yard. Large covered front porch and private patio to the rear allow maximum enjoyment of the outdoors. Clean and crisp with newer fiber cement siding. Inside, you will find a very open and updated interior. Formal living room with French doors that lead to family room. Separate formal dining with wood

    Margie Medelberg Coldwell Banker Realty - Gundaker West Regional

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  • Saturday, Mar 28
    Open Sat 12PM - 2PM

    724 Lakeshore Meadows Dr, Glencoe, MO 63038

    $650,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 3,454 Sq Ft
    • 724 Lakeshore Meadows Dr
    • New 2 days ago

    Tucked on a quiet cul-de-sac in sought-after Fairhaven Estates, this spacious 2-story checks every box and then some! With 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and over 3,400 sf, this home offers the kind of space that actually lives the way all buyers want, including a highly sought-after main floor primary suite! From the moment you walk in, you’re greeted with warm hardwood floors, open sightlines, and a

    Bobby Schroeder Keller Williams Chesterfield

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Homes for Sale

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Distribution of Home Values

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
33,555
Median Age
45
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$147,069
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$167,365

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.2%
College Graduates
66.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
26.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
8''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®®

40 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walk Score®®

30 / 100

Not friendly

Transit Score®®

0 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Wildwood
Melissa Boyer
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