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Moving to Soulard

Historic · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life

About this CityHub guide

Historic brick streets, a public market, and a lively event-oriented district.

The short version

Soulard is a compact historic neighborhood south of downtown, with brick rowhouses, small apartments, the city-owned public market, churches, and a major brewery campus.

What stands out

Soulard had 3,831 residents and 2,762 housing units in the 2020 Census. Its street grid and historic building stock create a distinctive urban environment, while the public market and nearby civic landmarks make many destinations walkable. The tradeoffs are event traffic, nightlife noise on some blocks, limited parking, and the maintenance demands of older buildings. CityHub does not publish an unsupported neighborhood-level price estimate.

The essentials

At a glance

Facts & local estimates
Vacant housing units
449 housing units
as of 2020-04-01Source
Occupied housing units
2,313 housing units
as of 2020-04-01Source
Total housing units
2,762 housing units
as of 2020-04-01Source
Population under age 18
318 people
as of 2020-04-01Source
Population age 18 and older
3,513 people
as of 2020-04-01Source
2020 Census population
3,831 people
as of 2020-04-01Source
Median listing price, August 2026
$305,000
as of 2026-08-31Source
The local picture

A feel for Soulard

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

People who want historic urban housingResidents comfortable with an active neighborhoodPeople willing to evaluate parking and noise block by blockUrbanHistoricNightlife

Highlights

  • 3,831 residents in the 2020 Census
  • 2,762 total housing units; 2,313 occupied
  • Soulard Farmers Market and compact historic street grid
  • Event traffic and nightlife vary substantially by block

How it scores

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

Walkability · modeled88
Transit · modeled62
School context · modeled38
Nightlife & dining · modeled95
Parks & outdoors · modeled52
Arts & culture · modeled75
Quiet & peaceful · modeled25
The decision brief

Is Soulard a good fit?

What stands out

Soulard can suit someone who wants historic streets and an active restaurant and nightlife setting close to downtown. Compare residential blocks by their actual distance from the venues you would use.

Things to check
Freeway access is easy; weekend traffic is not

That activity can mean event closures, parking competition and late-night noise on some streets. Visit the exact home on a busy evening and check its parking and access, not just a daytime neighborhood impression.

Does this fit your actual move?

Compare Soulard 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 listing price
$305,000

A current listing-market snapshot, not a sold price, appraisal, or guarantee of what a specific home will cost.

Data: 2026-08-31View 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-55, I-44, Broadway, Gravois, and downtown proximity provide fast regional access. Event closures, parking, and nightlife traffic are address-specific tradeoffs.

Schools

Which schools serve this address?

The address—not the city name—determines the schools

Soulard addresses are within St. Louis Public Schools, but families should separate the address-assigned SLPS path from citywide magnet and charter applications. Lift for Life Academy is a charter option based in the broader Soulard area, while additional SLPS, charter and private choices may require travel elsewhere in the city. Compare eligibility, application dates, transportation and grade span instead of assuming the neighborhood name identifies one K–12 sequence.

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Identify the district

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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.

St. Louis City school search by address

Enter the exact City address, then confirm the result with the school or district.

Official school and district resources

How people spend free time

Parks & recreation

Soulard Market Plaza, neighborhood green spaces, and nearby riverfront or Lafayette Square amenities offer options, but this is not a park-dominant neighborhood.

Errands, routines & convenience

Everyday life

Restaurants, bars, the market, and downtown access are major strengths. Grocery routines, parking, late-night activity, and major-event weekends require practical testing.

Direct answers for movers

Questions about moving to Soulard

What is it like to live in Soulard?+

Soulard had 3,831 residents and 2,762 housing units in the 2020 Census. Its street grid and historic building stock create a distinctive urban environment, while the public market and nearby civic landmarks make many destinations walkable. The tradeoffs are event traffic, nightlife noise on some blocks, limited parking, and the maintenance demands of older buildings. CityHub does not publish an unsupported neighborhood-level price estimate. Soulard can suit someone who wants historic streets and an active restaurant and nightlife setting close to downtown. Compare residential blocks by their actual distance from the venues you would use.

What should I know about housing costs in Soulard?+

Realtor.com reports a median listing price (data as of 2026-08-31) of $305,000 for Soulard. That is a snapshot of asking prices in the listing market, not a sold price, appraisal, or promise that a particular home will be available at that number.

Source
What should movers know about schools in Soulard?+

Soulard addresses are within St. Louis Public Schools, but families should separate the address-assigned SLPS path from citywide magnet and charter applications. Lift for Life Academy is a charter option based in the broader Soulard area, while additional SLPS, charter and private choices may require travel elsewhere in the city. Compare eligibility, application dates, transportation and grade span instead of assuming the neighborhood name identifies one K–12 sequence. Confirm the current school assignment and enrollment rules directly with the district for the specific address.

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What is commuting from Soulard like?+

I-55, I-44, Broadway, Gravois, and downtown proximity provide fast regional access. Event closures, parking, and nightlife traffic are address-specific tradeoffs.

What costs should I consider before moving to Soulard?+

A comparable source-backed price or rent figure is not available for Soulard. Use current property offers and confirm taxes, insurance, utilities and other costs at the specific address.

What should I verify before choosing a home in Soulard?+

That activity can mean event closures, parking competition and late-night noise on some streets. Visit the exact home on a busy evening and check its parking and access, not just a daytime neighborhood impression. U.S. Post Office — Soulard Station 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 Soulard 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.

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Understand the geography

Map of Soulard

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

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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 Soulard.

Parks & outdoors

1 place
City park

Soulard Market Park

A public park immediately south of Soulard Farmers Market.

2200 S 9th St
Official details

Shopping & errands

1 place
Public market

Soulard Farmers Market

The city-owned public market at the heart of Soulard.

730 Carroll St
Official details

Things to do

1 place
Historic brewery

Anheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery

The historic brewery campus on Soulard's southern side.

1200 Lynch St
Official details

Civic & everyday

3 places
Post office

U.S. Post Office — Soulard Station

The U.S. Postal Service station serving Soulard.

1801 S 9th St
Official details
Historic church

Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church

A historic parish church on South Seventh Street.

1919 S 7th St
Official details
Historic church

Trinity Lutheran Church

A historic church and neighborhood landmark in Soulard.

812 Soulard St
Official details
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Sources, dates & how we got here5 sources · expand

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