Median owner-occupied home value
$170,500
A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
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About this CityHub guideGray Summit had an estimated 2,991 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $170,500 median owner-occupied home value, $1,043 median gross rent and 29.1-minute mean commute.
The short version
Gray Summit had an estimated 2,991 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $170,500 median owner-occupied home value, $1,043 median gross rent and 29.1-minute mean commute.
What stands out
Gray Summit includes Shaw Nature Reserve in its local landscape. The reserve's visitor center points visitors to trails and other activities; consider the area if that destination fits your outdoors routine and compare the drive from the home you are considering.
The essentials
At a glance
The local picture
A feel for Gray Summit
These local estimates and CityHub editorial ratings are for comparison and orientation. They are not verified statistics or current prices.
Local snapshot
Best for & local character
South metroResidentialCar-oriented
Highlights
- 3,055 residents in the 2020 Census
- 1,316 housing units in the 2020 Census
- South County & Jefferson/Franklin
How it scores
CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.
Walkability37
Transit18
School context · modeled58
Nightlife & dining35
Parks & outdoors66
Arts & culture30
Quiet & peaceful68
The decision brief
Is Gray Summit a good fit?
What stands out
Gray Summit includes Shaw Nature Reserve in its local landscape. The reserve's visitor center points visitors to trails and other activities; consider the area if that destination fits your outdoors routine and compare the drive from the home you are considering.
Things to check
Test your commute
The published mean travel time to work is 29.1 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours.
SourceDoes this fit your actual move?
Compare Gray Summit against your budget, commute, and priorities—or ask about a specific address.
Homes & housing
What does housing cost here?
Published Census estimates provide broad context where a reliable community-level figure is available. Check current homes or rentals for actual prices.
Median gross rent
$1,043
Useful renter context—not a substitute for current available rentals.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
Price is only part of the monthly payment
For a specific home, also account for the interest rate, property taxes, homeowners insurance, HOA fees, utilities, and condition. That’s why two homes with the same price tag can still cost very different amounts every month.
Plan the daily trip
Commute & getting around
Published mean travel time to work: 29.1 minutes. This is a community estimate, not the trip from a specific home. Test your route during your regular travel hours.
SourceSchools
Which schools serve this address?
The address—not the city name—determines the schools
The community name alone does not establish a school assignment in Gray Summit. Confirm the district and schools for the exact property before deciding.
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Identify the district
Start with the property’s complete street address.
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Check the boundary tool
Use the district’s official address or attendance lookup.
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Confirm before deciding
Ask the district to verify the current assignment and enrollment details.
Missouri DESE school directory and map
DESE says its maps are for reference; confirm official boundaries with county authorities and the district.
How people spend free time
Parks & recreation
A few documented places in Gray Summit; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Errands, routines & convenience
Everyday life
A few documented places in Gray Summit; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Direct answers for movers
Questions about moving to Gray Summit
What is it like to live in Gray Summit?+
Gray Summit had an estimated 2,991 residents in the 2020–2024 American Community Survey. The same dataset reports a $170,500 median owner-occupied home value, $1,043 median gross rent and 29.1-minute mean commute. Gray Summit includes Shaw Nature Reserve in its local landscape. The reserve's visitor center points visitors to trails and other activities; consider the area if that destination fits your outdoors routine and compare the drive from the home you are considering.
What should I know about housing costs in Gray Summit?+
The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $170,500 in Gray Summit. That describes existing homes in a survey period, not current listings or the homes available within your budget. Compare actual properties and their condition.
SourceWhat should movers know about schools in Gray Summit?+
CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Gray Summit. The district and attendance boundary depend on the exact address and can change. Use the official lookup as a starting point, then confirm with the district before making a housing decision.
Use the Missouri DESE school directoryWhat is commuting from Gray Summit like?+
The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 29.1 minutes for residents of Gray Summit. That average covers many destinations and schedules; it does not predict your own trip. Test a prospective address at your usual hour.
SourceWhat costs should I consider before moving to Gray Summit?+
The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $1,043/month in Gray Summit. This is a survey measure, not a current rental quote. Check current offers, utilities, insurance and travel costs for the exact home.
SourceWhat should I verify before choosing a home in Gray Summit?+
The published mean travel time to work is 29.1 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Route 100 — Gray Summit is one documented local destination; check the route and current access from the home you are considering. Confirm school assignment, property condition and recurring costs for the exact address.
SourceKeep narrowing the decision
Put Gray Summit in context.
The community guide tells you about this place. These guides help answer whether this is the right kind of place for your move.
If parks and outdoor access matter
Compare Gray Summit with other places where outdoor access can shape the routine.
Read guideBuild around the commute
Compare Gray Summit around the trips your household will actually make.
Read guideWhere should you live in St. Louis?
Start with the life you want and use that to narrow the region.
Read guideUnderstand the geography
Map of Gray Summit
See where Gray Summit sits in the St. Louis region, then open named local places for directions and surrounding context.
This map is for orientation. Confirm municipal, school, floodplain, and parcel boundaries with the appropriate official source.
Around town
Places to know
Parks, civic resources, recreation, and recognizable destinations that help explain everyday life in Gray Summit.
Parks & outdoors
1 placeNature reserve
Shaw Nature Reserve
A major botanical and nature reserve based in Gray Summit.
Official detailsFamily destinations
1 placeFamily attraction
Purina Farms
An animal, agriculture and event destination in Gray Summit.
Official detailsShopping & errands
1 placeCommercial corridor
Route 100 — Gray Summit
The community's practical corridor for services and regional access.
Official detailsThings to do
1 placeNearby state parkNearby
Robertsville State Park
A nearby state park on the Meramec River with trails and camping.
Official detailsCivic & everyday
1 placeNearby libraryNearby
Scenic Regional Library — Pacific Branch nearby
The closest regional-library branch for many Gray Summit households.
Official detailsDon’t choose in a vacuum
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