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Moving to Soulard
Historic · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life
About this CityHub guideHistoric brick streets, a public market, and a lively event-oriented district.
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.
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.
At a glance
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
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.
Is Soulard a good fit?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
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.
SourceWhat 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.
Check St. Louis City school information by addressWhat 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.
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.
If walkability matters
See how Soulard fits into a broader St. Louis walkability search.
Read guideIf restaurants and nightlife matter
Put Soulard in context with other areas where going out is part of daily life.
Read guideSt. Louis City or County?
Compare specific homes and routines instead of treating City vs. County as a reputation contest.
Read guideMap of Soulard
See where Soulard sits in the St. Louis region, then open named local places for directions and surrounding context.
Mapped places in this guide
6 verified locationsThis map is for orientation. Confirm municipal, school, floodplain, and parcel boundaries with the appropriate official source.
Places to know
Parks, civic resources, recreation, and recognizable destinations that help explain everyday life in Soulard.
Parks & outdoors
1 placeSoulard Market Park
A public park immediately south of Soulard Farmers Market.
Shopping & errands
1 placeSoulard Farmers Market
The city-owned public market at the heart of Soulard.
Things to do
1 placeAnheuser-Busch St. Louis Brewery
The historic brewery campus on Soulard's southern side.
Civic & everyday
3 placesU.S. Post Office — Soulard Station
The U.S. Postal Service station serving Soulard.
Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church
A historic parish church on South Seventh Street.
Trinity Lutheran Church
A historic church and neighborhood landmark in Soulard.
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Open community guideSources, dates & how we got here5 sources · expand
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