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Moving to Maryland Heights

Suburban / Employment Center · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life

About this CityHub guide

A northwest St. Louis County city where residential neighborhoods meet major employment, entertainment, and transportation corridors.

The short version

Maryland Heights had an estimated 27,559 residents in 2025 and spans 21.88 square miles of land. Census data reports a 56.8% owner-occupied housing rate, median gross rent of $1,312, and a 23.9% foreign-born population for 2020–2024.

What stands out

Maryland Heights combines residential neighborhoods and apartment communities with one of the metro's larger concentrations of offices, hotels, entertainment, and logistics activity. Westport Plaza is a recognizable business and dining center, while Interstate 270, Interstate 70, and Page Avenue shape regional access. The city's housing mix is more renter-oriented than many western suburbs.

The essentials

At a glance

Facts & local estimates
Population estimate
27,559 people
as of 2025-07-01Source
Median value of owner-occupied homes
$227,000
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median gross rent
$1,312/mo
as of 2024-12-31Source
Owner-occupied housing rate
56.8%
as of 2024-12-31Source
Mean commute time
21.4 min
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median household income
$86,436
as of 2024-12-31Source
Median monthly owner costs with mortgage
$1,561/mo
as of 2024-12-31Source
Land area
21.88 square miles
as of 2024-12-31Source
The local picture

A feel for Maryland Heights

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

Renters wanting northwest-county accessAirport and regional commutersPeople seeking proximity to major employment centersBusiness-connectedDiverseConvenientEntertainment

Highlights

  • 2025 population estimate: 27,559
  • Median owner-occupied home value: $227,000
  • Median gross rent: $1,312
  • 21.4-minute mean commute
  • Access to Westport, city recreation and Creve Coeur Lake

How it scores

CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.

Walkability · modeled42
Transit · modeled42
School context · modeled70
Nightlife & dining · modeled62
Parks & outdoors · modeled82
Arts & culture · modeled45
Quiet & peaceful · modeled65
The decision brief

Is Maryland Heights a good fit?

What stands out

Maryland Heights gives renters and buyers northwest-county access to employment areas, the airport and several highways. Compare housing by which corridor serves your daily trip and the nearby amenities you would actually use.

Things to check
Highway access and noise share the same geography

I-270, I-70 and Route 364 broaden travel choices, but a home close to an interchange can also face road or aircraft noise. Visit the specific block at work and evening hours and test the normal route.

Does this fit your actual move?

Compare Maryland Heights against your budget, commute, and priorities—or ask about a specific address.

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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 owner-occupied home value
$227,000

A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.

Data: 2024-12-31View source
Owner-occupied homes
56.8%

The share of occupied homes lived in by their owners.

Data: 2024-12-31View source
Median gross rent
$1,312/mo

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

I-270, I-70, Page Avenue/Route 364, Dorsett Road, and proximity to the airport provide broad access. Highway interchange proximity can be an advantage or a noise tradeoff.

Schools

Which schools serve this address?

The address—not the city name—determines the schools

Maryland Heights contains both Parkway and Pattonville territory. Pattonville’s system leads through schools including Holman or Pattonville Heights middle school to Pattonville High School, which is located in Maryland Heights; its elementary network includes Bridgeway, Drummond, Parkwood, Rose Acres and Willow Brook, plus the Academy of Innovation at Remington. Parkway has a separate multi-high-school feeder system. Identify the district and complete feeder chain before comparing transportation, programs and daily logistics.

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Identify the district

Start with the property’s complete street address.

2

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.

Official school and district resources

How people spend free time

Parks & recreation

Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park sits nearby, while city parks, the community center, and Aquaport support local recreation.

Errands, routines & convenience

Everyday life

Westport, Dorsett Road, and nearby Creve Coeur supply shopping and services. The city’s employment and visitor population makes daytime activity feel different from purely residential suburbs.

Direct answers for movers

Questions about moving to Maryland Heights

What is it like to live in Maryland Heights?+

Maryland Heights combines residential neighborhoods and apartment communities with one of the metro's larger concentrations of offices, hotels, entertainment, and logistics activity. Westport Plaza is a recognizable business and dining center, while Interstate 270, Interstate 70, and Page Avenue shape regional access. The city's housing mix is more renter-oriented than many western suburbs. Maryland Heights gives renters and buyers northwest-county access to employment areas, the airport and several highways. Compare housing by which corridor serves your daily trip and the nearby amenities you would actually use.

What should I know about housing costs in Maryland Heights?+

The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $227,000 in Maryland Heights. That describes existing homes in a survey period, not current listings or the homes available within your budget. Compare actual properties and their condition.

Source
What should movers know about schools in Maryland Heights?+

Maryland Heights contains both Parkway and Pattonville territory. Pattonville’s system leads through schools including Holman or Pattonville Heights middle school to Pattonville High School, which is located in Maryland Heights; its elementary network includes Bridgeway, Drummond, Parkwood, Rose Acres and Willow Brook, plus the Academy of Innovation at Remington. Parkway has a separate multi-high-school feeder system. Identify the district and complete feeder chain before comparing transportation, programs and daily logistics. Confirm the current school assignment and enrollment rules directly with the district for the specific address.

Use the Missouri DESE school directory
What is commuting from Maryland Heights like?+

I-270, I-70, Page Avenue/Route 364, Dorsett Road, and proximity to the airport provide broad access. Highway interchange proximity can be an advantage or a noise tradeoff.

What costs should I consider before moving to Maryland Heights?+

The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $1,312/month in Maryland Heights. This is a survey measure, not a current rental quote. Check current offers, utilities, insurance and travel costs for the exact home.

Source
What should I verify before choosing a home in Maryland Heights?+

I-270, I-70 and Route 364 broaden travel choices, but a home close to an interchange can also face road or aircraft noise. Visit the specific block at work and evening hours and test the normal route. Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park 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.

Keep narrowing the decision

Put Maryland Heights 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.

All “where to live” guides
Understand the geography

Map of Maryland Heights

See where Maryland Heights sits in the St. Louis region, then open named local places for directions and surrounding context.

Open full map

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 Maryland Heights.

Parks & outdoors

3 places
county park

Creve Coeur Lake Memorial Park

A large county park with lake access, trails and recreation facilities.

13725 Marine Ave, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Official details
park

Vago Park

A city park with trails, playgrounds, athletic space and picnic facilities.

2700 Fee Fee Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Official details
dog park

Dogport

A city-operated off-leash dog park.

2450 McKelvey Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Official details

Family destinations

1 place
aquatic center

Aquaport

The city's outdoor water park and aquatic facility.

2344 McKelvey Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Official details

Fitness & recreation

1 place
recreation center

Maryland Heights Community Center

The city's indoor recreation, fitness and community-programming center.

2300 McKelvey Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Official details

Civic & everyday

1 place
government

Maryland Heights City Hall

Maryland Heights' municipal offices and city-service contact point.

11911 Dorsett Rd, Maryland Heights, MO 63043
Official details
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Sources, dates & how we got here4 sources · expand

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