Median owner-occupied home value
$236,100
A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
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Moving to Old Jamestown
North County community · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life
About this CityHub guideA spacious unincorporated North County area with suburban subdivisions, larger tracts, and a distinctly outer-ring setting.
The short version
Old Jamestown covers a large unincorporated area in far northern St. Louis County. Its size, lower density and residential character distinguish it from the county’s smaller inner-ring municipalities.
What stands out
Old Jamestown is a Census-designated place rather than an incorporated city. Its nearly fifteen square miles include subdivisions, larger residential parcels and undeveloped or semi-rural edges, producing more variation than the single place name suggests.\n\nThe primary tradeoff is distance. Residents gain space and a quieter outer-county setting, while many jobs, institutions and entertainment districts require longer drives. Verify school assignment, utilities, road maintenance and exact commute from the property.
The essentials
At a glance
The local picture
A feel for Old Jamestown
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
North CountyEstablishedAccessible
Highlights
- 19,790 residents in the 2020 Census
- 7,925 housing units in the 2020 Census
- North County
How it scores
CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.
Walkability48
Transit38
School context · modeled58
Nightlife & dining42
Parks & outdoors55
Arts & culture38
Quiet & peaceful58
The decision brief
Is Old Jamestown a good fit?
What stands out
Old Jamestown's local anchors include Sioux Passage Park and Fort Belle Fontaine. Consider the area if larger outdoor destinations and a less central residential setting appeal to you, then compare actual addresses because the area covers a broad footprint.
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 Old Jamestown 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
$1,835
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 Old Jamestown. 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 Old Jamestown; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Errands, routines & convenience
Everyday life
A few documented places in Old Jamestown; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Direct answers for movers
Questions about moving to Old Jamestown
What is it like to live in Old Jamestown?+
Old Jamestown is a Census-designated place rather than an incorporated city. Its nearly fifteen square miles include subdivisions, larger residential parcels and undeveloped or semi-rural edges, producing more variation than the single place name suggests.\n\nThe primary tradeoff is distance. Residents gain space and a quieter outer-county setting, while many jobs, institutions and entertainment districts require longer drives. Verify school assignment, utilities, road maintenance and exact commute from the property. Old Jamestown's local anchors include Sioux Passage Park and Fort Belle Fontaine. Consider the area if larger outdoor destinations and a less central residential setting appeal to you, then compare actual addresses because the area covers a broad footprint.
What should I know about housing costs in Old Jamestown?+
The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $236,100 in Old Jamestown. 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 Old Jamestown?+
CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Old Jamestown. 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 Old Jamestown like?+
The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 29.1 minutes for residents of Old Jamestown. 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 Old Jamestown?+
The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $1,835/month in Old Jamestown. 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 Old Jamestown?+
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. Old Jamestown Road Corridor 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 Old Jamestown 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.
Build around the commute
Compare Old Jamestown 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 guideMore house for the money
Decide whether more space, a bigger lot, another bedroom or a lower payment is the real goal.
Read guideUnderstand the geography
Map of Old Jamestown
See where Old Jamestown 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 Old Jamestown.
Parks & outdoors
2 placesNearby municipal parkNearby
Sunset Park
A nearby Florissant park used for trails, river views and outdoor recreation.
Official detailsCounty park
Sioux Passage County Park
A large north-county park with trails, disc golf, equestrian areas and broad river-valley views.
Official detailsShopping & errands
1 placeEveryday commercial corridor
Old Jamestown Road Corridor
The area's practical corridor for neighborhood services, schools and access toward Florissant.
Official detailsThings to do
1 placeHistoric site
Fort Belle Fontaine
A historic site and Missouri River overlook associated with the first U.S. military post west of the Mississippi.
Official detailsCivic & everyday
1 placeLibraryNearby
Jamestown Bluffs Branch Library
A St. Louis County Library branch serving Old Jamestown and nearby north-county neighborhoods.
Official detailsDon’t choose in a vacuum
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