Median owner-occupied home value
$460,800
A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
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Moving to Olivette
Diverse central-county suburb · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life
About this CityHub guideA compact central suburb with varied housing, strong regional access, and a diverse residential community.
The short version
Olivette combines a central location with detached homes, apartments, synagogues, schools and neighborhood parks. Housing and streetscape vary substantially across its small footprint, giving it more range than many nearby high-cost municipalities.
What stands out
Olivette lies between University City, Ladue, Creve Coeur and Overland. Olive Boulevard is the commercial spine, while residential areas include mid-century homes, newer infill and multifamily buildings. Confirm school boundaries, road jurisdiction, sidewalk access, traffic exposure and renovation history by address.
The essentials
At a glance
Local estimates and editorial ratings are orientation only; they are not verified market data or current listing prices.
- Approximate population
- 8,400 people
- Estimated monthly rent
- $1,350/mo
- Approximate land area
- 2.78 square miles
- CityHub walkability rating
- 54/100
Editorial estimate
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The local picture
A feel for Olivette
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
Households valuing diversityBuyers wanting central accessPeople comparing Ladue-school-area optionsCentral CountyDiverseEstablishedMixed housingConvenient
Highlights
- Central county access
- Varied housing stock
- Compact municipal footprint
How it scores
CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.
Walkability54
Transit44
School context82
Nightlife & dining32
Parks & outdoors60
Arts & culture44
Quiet & peaceful72
The decision brief
Is Olivette a good fit?
What stands out
Olivette's five city parks give residents a choice of outdoor settings; Stacy Park has an Urban Night Sky Place designation. If parks are part of your regular routine, compare homes by the particular park and entrance you would actually use.
Things to check
Test your commute
The published mean travel time to work is 18.9 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 Olivette 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.
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: 18.9 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 Olivette. 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 Olivette; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Errands, routines & convenience
Everyday life
A few documented places in Olivette; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Direct answers for movers
Questions about moving to Olivette
What is it like to live in Olivette?+
Olivette lies between University City, Ladue, Creve Coeur and Overland. Olive Boulevard is the commercial spine, while residential areas include mid-century homes, newer infill and multifamily buildings. Confirm school boundaries, road jurisdiction, sidewalk access, traffic exposure and renovation history by address. Olivette's five city parks give residents a choice of outdoor settings; Stacy Park has an Urban Night Sky Place designation. If parks are part of your regular routine, compare homes by the particular park and entrance you would actually use.
What should I know about housing costs in Olivette?+
The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $460,800 in Olivette. 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 Olivette?+
CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Olivette. 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 Olivette like?+
The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 18.9 minutes for residents of Olivette. 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 Olivette?+
The published median owner-occupied value (data as of 2024-12-31) is $460,800 in Olivette. It is not a current listing price. Compare the full monthly cost of actual homes, including taxes, insurance, utilities, maintenance and any HOA fees.
SourceWhat should I verify before choosing a home in Olivette?+
The published mean travel time to work is 18.9 minutes. That describes residents’ trips, not the trip from a home you are considering. Test your destination during your usual travel hours. Olive Boulevard — Olivette 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 Olivette 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 Olivette with other places where outdoor access can shape the routine.
Read guideBuild around the commute
Compare Olivette 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 Olivette
See where Olivette 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 Olivette.
Parks & outdoors
2 placesMunicipal park
Indian Meadows Park
A neighborhood park with play and outdoor recreation space.
Official detailsMunicipal park
Stacy Park
Olivette's major city park, with trails, athletic facilities and community-event space.
Official detailsFamily destinations
1 placeMunicipal pool
Olivette Community Pool
A seasonal public pool serving Olivette households.
Official detailsShopping & errands
1 placeCommercial corridor
Olive Boulevard — Olivette
The city's main corridor for international dining, retail, groceries and services.
Official detailsCivic & everyday
1 placeCommunity center
Olivette Community Center
The city's center for recreation programs, meetings and resident activities.
Official detailsDon’t choose in a vacuum
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