Why Live in O'Fallon
O'Fallon, a residential neighborhood in St. Louis, is experiencing a resurgence thanks to community investments in restoration and development. Originally an agricultural area, O'Fallon is now known for its rich architectural heritage, featuring red brick row houses, sturdy Craftsmans, and cottage-like Tudor Revivals. While some buildings have sat vacant for a while, many other century-old homes have been modernized with new flooring and windows. O'Fallon Park, a 127-acre space established in 1908, is a major attraction, offering shaded sitting areas, a lake for fishing, basketball and tennis courts, picnic areas and grassy fields. The park also hosts the One Africa! One Nation! Farmers Market. The event is held once a month from June through October and features local produce and artisanal goods. The O’Fallon Park Rec Complex, a YMCA facility, provides an aquatic center, workout equipment, exercise classes and childcare programs. Save-A-Lot and Aldi are nearby, and local convenience stores are scattered throughout the neighborhood. Dining options include popular takeout spots like Happy Chop Suey, known for its St. Paul sandwiches. Interstate 70 borders the neighborhood, providing a quick 5-mile drive to downtown St. Louis. Residents can reach the city center in 11 minutes by car or 20 minutes by bus. St. Louis Lambert International Airport is just under 10 miles away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is O'Fallon a good place to live?
O'Fallon is a good place to live. O'Fallon is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. O'Fallon is a suburban neighborhood. O'Fallon has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.5 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $46,543 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 11% of residents. A majority of residents in O'Fallon are renters, with 58.1% of residents renting and 41.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving O'Fallon can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
O'Fallon neighborhood guide.
Is O'Fallon, MO a safe neighborhood?
O'Fallon, MO is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 10 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in O'Fallon?
The median home price in O'Fallon is $73,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $14,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $360 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $15K a year to afford the median home price in O'Fallon. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in O'Fallon is $47K.
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Home Trends in O'Fallon, MO
On average, homes in O'Fallon, Saint Louis sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in O'Fallon, Saint Louis over the last 12 months is $50,000, up 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$50,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$67,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$102,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$52
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$73,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
29%