Median owner-occupied home value
$152,200
A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
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Moving to Lemay
South metro community · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life
About this CityHub guideA close-in South County community with older housing, practical access, and a strong Mississippi River industrial context.
The short version
Lemay offers relatively attainable housing and a close-in location immediately south of St. Louis City. Its older residential fabric sits beside major roads, industry and the Mississippi River corridor.
What stands out
Lemay is an unincorporated Census-designated place in South St. Louis County. Smaller postwar homes, apartments, commercial corridors and long-established local institutions make it more urban in feel than many outer suburbs.\n\nThe river and industrial corridor are part of the location, not background scenery. Buyers and renters should evaluate property condition, noise, truck traffic, flood context, school assignment and county services for the exact address.
The essentials
At a glance
The local picture
A feel for Lemay
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
- 17,117 residents in the 2020 Census
- 7,640 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 Lemay a good fit?
What stands out
Lemay puts Jefferson Barracks County Park and the historic Jefferson Barracks area in the local picture. Consider it if park space and those institutions are part of the South County life you want; test access from the particular address.
Things to check
Test your commute
The published mean travel time to work is 23.7 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 Lemay 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
$881
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: 23.7 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 Lemay. 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.
3
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 Lemay; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Errands, routines & convenience
Everyday life
A few documented places in Lemay; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Direct answers for movers
Questions about moving to Lemay
What is it like to live in Lemay?+
Lemay is an unincorporated Census-designated place in South St. Louis County. Smaller postwar homes, apartments, commercial corridors and long-established local institutions make it more urban in feel than many outer suburbs.\n\nThe river and industrial corridor are part of the location, not background scenery. Buyers and renters should evaluate property condition, noise, truck traffic, flood context, school assignment and county services for the exact address. Lemay puts Jefferson Barracks County Park and the historic Jefferson Barracks area in the local picture. Consider it if park space and those institutions are part of the South County life you want; test access from the particular address.
What should I know about housing costs in Lemay?+
The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $152,200 in Lemay. 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 Lemay?+
CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Lemay. 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 Lemay like?+
The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 23.7 minutes for residents of Lemay. 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 Lemay?+
The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $881/month in Lemay. 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 Lemay?+
The published mean travel time to work is 23.7 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery 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 Lemay 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 Lemay with other places where outdoor access can shape the routine.
Read guideBuild around the commute
Compare Lemay 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 Lemay
See where Lemay 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 Lemay.
Parks & outdoors
1 placeCounty park
Jefferson Barracks County Park
A large historic county park with river views, trails, recreation facilities and museums.
Official detailsThings to do
3 placesEntertainment venue
River City Casino
A Mississippi River casino, hotel and entertainment complex in Lemay.
Official detailsMuseum
Jefferson Barracks Telephone Museum
A small specialty museum in Jefferson Barracks Park focused on telecommunications history.
Official detailsMuseum
Missouri Civil War Museum
A museum in the historic Jefferson Barracks complex focused on Missouri's Civil War history.
Official detailsCivic & everyday
1 placeNational cemetery
Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery
A historic national cemetery adjoining Jefferson Barracks, with an active memorial and burial role.
Official detailsDon’t choose in a vacuum
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