Median owner-occupied home value
$163,200
A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
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Moving to Sullivan
South metro community · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life
About this CityHub guideAn I-44 regional city with its own commercial base, attainable housing, and a distinctly outer-metro location.
The short version
Sullivan functions as a small regional center along Interstate 44 rather than a conventional bedroom suburb. It offers local services and attainable housing, with a substantially longer connection to central St. Louis.
What stands out
Sullivan sits along Interstate 44 at the outer southwestern edge of CityHub’s coverage area. Its retail, employers and civic services support daily life locally, reducing the need to treat every trip as a drive into St. Louis.\n\nFor households tied to central St. Louis County or the city, distance is the defining tradeoff. Test the real commute and verify county, school, tax and emergency-service details for the address.
The essentials
At a glance
The local picture
A feel for Sullivan
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
South metroResidentialCar-oriented
Highlights
- 6,906 residents in the 2020 Census
- 3,174 housing units in the 2020 Census
- South County & Jefferson/Franklin
How it scores
CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.
Walkability37
Transit18
School context · modeled58
Nightlife & dining35
Parks & outdoors66
Arts & culture30
Quiet & peaceful68
The decision brief
Is Sullivan a good fit?
What stands out
Sullivan has its own downtown and local services, with Meramec State Park as a nearby regional destination. Consider it if you want daily errands centered in an outer-metro town and access to the park matters more than proximity to central St. Louis.
Things to check
The central-metro drive
Sullivan sits on I-44 at the outer edge of this guide's coverage. If work or regular commitments are in St. Louis City or central county, drive the route at your actual travel times before treating the location as interchangeable with an inner suburb.
Does this fit your actual move?
Compare Sullivan 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
$919
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: 21.8 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 Sullivan. 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 Sullivan; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Errands, routines & convenience
Everyday life
A few documented places in Sullivan; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Direct answers for movers
Questions about moving to Sullivan
What is it like to live in Sullivan?+
Sullivan sits along Interstate 44 at the outer southwestern edge of CityHub’s coverage area. Its retail, employers and civic services support daily life locally, reducing the need to treat every trip as a drive into St. Louis.\n\nFor households tied to central St. Louis County or the city, distance is the defining tradeoff. Test the real commute and verify county, school, tax and emergency-service details for the address. Sullivan has its own downtown and local services, with Meramec State Park as a nearby regional destination. Consider it if you want daily errands centered in an outer-metro town and access to the park matters more than proximity to central St. Louis.
What should I know about housing costs in Sullivan?+
The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $163,200 in Sullivan. 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 Sullivan?+
CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Sullivan. 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 Sullivan like?+
The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 21.8 minutes for residents of Sullivan. 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 Sullivan?+
The published median gross rent (data as of 2024-12-31) is $919/month in Sullivan. 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 Sullivan?+
Sullivan sits on I-44 at the outer edge of this guide's coverage. If work or regular commitments are in St. Louis City or central county, drive the route at your actual travel times before treating the location as interchangeable with an inner suburb. Sullivan City 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 Sullivan 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 Sullivan with other places where outdoor access can shape the routine.
Read guideBuild around the commute
Compare Sullivan 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 Sullivan
See where Sullivan 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 Sullivan.
Parks & outdoors
2 placesMunicipal park
Sullivan City Park
A city park supporting everyday recreation and community activities.
Official detailsState park
Meramec State Park
A large state park with caves, trails, river access and camping near Sullivan.
Official detailsShopping & errands
1 placeDowntown district
Downtown Sullivan
The city's traditional civic and commercial center.
Official detailsThings to do
1 placeAthletic complex
Campbell-Chapman Sports Complex
A city recreation complex for organized sports and community events.
Official detailsCivic & everyday
1 placeLibrary
Scenic Regional Library — Sullivan Branch
The regional-library branch serving Sullivan.
Official detailsDon’t choose in a vacuum
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