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Moving to The Hill

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About this CityHub guide

Compact brick-home neighborhood with strong Italian-American civic identity.

The short version

The Hill is a compact South City neighborhood known for brick homes, a long-established Italian-American community, public spaces, churches, and small commercial streets.

What stands out

The Hill had 2,487 residents and 1,466 housing units in the 2020 Census. Its compact street grid contains mostly older brick homes, neighborhood institutions, parks, and small businesses. The area has a strong local identity, but most regional trips still require driving and older homes may require close inspection for condition and systems. CityHub does not show a neighborhood-level home price or rent estimate because the official neighborhood Census source does not publish one.

The essentials

At a glance

Facts & local estimates
Vacant housing units
154 housing units
as of 2020-04-01Source
Occupied housing units
1,312 housing units
as of 2020-04-01Source
Total housing units
1,466 housing units
as of 2020-04-01Source
Population under age 18
320 people
as of 2020-04-01Source
Population age 18 and older
2,167 people
as of 2020-04-01Source
2020 Census population
2,487 people
as of 2020-04-01Source
Median listing price, August 2026
$342,450
as of 2026-08-31Source
The local picture

A feel for The Hill

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 seeking a compact historic neighborhoodBuyers prepared to inspect older homes carefullyResidents who value a strong neighborhood identityHistoricFamilyWalkable

Highlights

  • 2,487 residents in the 2020 Census
  • 1,466 total housing units; 1,312 occupied
  • Compact older brick housing stock
  • Neighborhood parks, churches, and Italian-American civic landmarks

How it scores

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

Walkability · modeled82
Transit · modeled52
School context · modeled52
Nightlife & dining · modeled78
Parks & outdoors · modeled65
Arts & culture · modeled68
Quiet & peaceful · modeled62
The decision brief

Is The Hill a good fit?

What stands out

The Hill pairs an established residential neighborhood with a recognizable restaurant district. If that combination appeals, compare homes by the walk to your favorite destinations and the kind of street you want to live on.

Things to check
Central access meets restaurant parking pressure

Parking pressure near popular restaurants and events can vary by block. Visit a candidate street during a busy meal period and test its routes to Kingshighway, Hampton or I-44 before assuming easy access.

Does this fit your actual move?

Compare The Hill 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
$342,450

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

Kingshighway, Hampton, I-44, Arsenal, and Southwest Avenue provide broad access. Parking pressure rises near popular restaurants and events.

Schools

Which schools serve this address?

The address—not the city name—determines the schools

The Hill is part of St. Louis Public Schools, where the address determines neighborhood assignments while magnet schools require a separate application. Families also commonly examine charter and private schools across south city; St. Ambrose Catholic School is located within The Hill itself. The useful comparison is therefore not a fictional “Hill school district,” but the assigned SLPS path versus application-based alternatives, including tuition, transportation and enrollment deadlines.

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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.

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Official school and district resources

How people spend free time

Parks & recreation

Sublette Park and nearby Tower Grove Park or Forest Park expand recreation, while the neighborhood itself is better known for compact streets and local institutions.

Errands, routines & convenience

Everyday life

Specialty markets, bakeries, restaurants, churches, and local services are unusually concentrated, though major grocery and broader errands may require a short drive.

Direct answers for movers

Questions about moving to The Hill

What is it like to live in The Hill?+

The Hill had 2,487 residents and 1,466 housing units in the 2020 Census. Its compact street grid contains mostly older brick homes, neighborhood institutions, parks, and small businesses. The area has a strong local identity, but most regional trips still require driving and older homes may require close inspection for condition and systems. CityHub does not show a neighborhood-level home price or rent estimate because the official neighborhood Census source does not publish one. The Hill pairs an established residential neighborhood with a recognizable restaurant district. If that combination appeals, compare homes by the walk to your favorite destinations and the kind of street you want to live on.

What should I know about housing costs in The Hill?+

Realtor.com reports a median listing price (data as of 2026-08-31) of $342,450 for The Hill. 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 The Hill?+

The Hill is part of St. Louis Public Schools, where the address determines neighborhood assignments while magnet schools require a separate application. Families also commonly examine charter and private schools across south city; St. Ambrose Catholic School is located within The Hill itself. The useful comparison is therefore not a fictional “Hill school district,” but the assigned SLPS path versus application-based alternatives, including tuition, transportation and enrollment deadlines. Confirm the current school assignment and enrollment rules directly with the district for the specific address.

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What is commuting from The Hill like?+

Kingshighway, Hampton, I-44, Arsenal, and Southwest Avenue provide broad access. Parking pressure rises near popular restaurants and events.

What costs should I consider before moving to The Hill?+

A comparable source-backed price or rent figure is not available for The Hill. 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 The Hill?+

Parking pressure near popular restaurants and events can vary by block. Visit a candidate street during a busy meal period and test its routes to Kingshighway, Hampton or I-44 before assuming easy access. The Hill 2000 Neighborhood Association 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 The Hill 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 The Hill

See where The Hill 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 The Hill.

Parks & outdoors

3 places
Neighborhood park

Sublette Park

A public park with fields and recreation space on the neighborhood's eastern side.

4201 Sublette Ave
Official details
Neighborhood park

Berra Park

A city park and recreation space in The Hill.

5400 Shaw Ave
Official details
Public plaza

Piazza Imo

A public neighborhood plaza celebrating The Hill's Italian-American heritage.

2101 Marconi Ave
Official details

Things to do

1 place
Public art

The Italian Immigrants Sculpture

A public sculpture honoring Italian immigrants and the neighborhood's history.

2101 Marconi Ave
Official details

Civic & everyday

2 places
Neighborhood organization

The Hill 2000 Neighborhood Association

The neighborhood association serving residents and businesses in The Hill.

1935 Marconi Ave
Official details
Historic church

St. Ambrose Catholic Church

A prominent parish church and neighborhood landmark in The Hill.

5130 Wilson Ave
Official details
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Sources, dates & how we got here5 sources · expand

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