Median owner-occupied home value
$204,800
A broad benchmark for homes people own here—not a live asking price.
Data: 2024-12-31View source
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Moving to Warrenton
Outer-metro county seat · housing, schools, commute, costs and everyday life
About this CityHub guideAn I-70 small city with a traditional core and growing edges.
The short version
Warrenton stands out for attainable housing and daily services. Key tradeoffs include distance from core employment.
What stands out
Warrenton's Dyer Park has courts, pavilions and event space maintained by the city. Consider Warrenton if a small city's own recreation facilities and I-70 access suit your routine; compare the exact home and the park you would use.
The essentials
At a glance
Local estimates and editorial ratings are orientation only; they are not verified market data or current listing prices.
- Affordability rating
- 59/100
- Family-life rating
- 76/100
- Walkability rating
- 34/100
- Typical monthly rent
- $1,000/mo
- Typical home value
- $210,000
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The local picture
A feel for Warrenton
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 prioritizing small cityHouseholds seeking affordableMovers comfortable with distance from core employmentSmall cityAffordableGrowing
Highlights
- attainable housing and daily services
- Small city
- Affordable
How it scores
CityHub estimates, not official scores. Some ratings are generated from community characteristics.
Walkability34
Transit6
School context74
Nightlife & dining32
Parks & outdoors80
Arts & culture29
Quiet & peaceful80
The decision brief
Is Warrenton a good fit?
What stands out
Warrenton's Dyer Park has courts, pavilions and event space maintained by the city. Consider Warrenton if a small city's own recreation facilities and I-70 access suit your routine; compare the exact home and the park you would use.
Things to check
Test central-metro trips
Warrenton is an outer-metro location. If you need to reach central St. Louis regularly, test the I-70 trip at your real travel times; a park or downtown amenity does not offset a commute that misses your limits.
Does this fit your actual move?
Compare Warrenton 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: 27.9 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 Warrenton. 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.
3
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 Warrenton; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Errands, routines & convenience
Everyday life
A few documented places in Warrenton; confirm the route and current access from a specific home.
Direct answers for movers
Questions about moving to Warrenton
What is it like to live in Warrenton?+
Warrenton stands out for attainable housing and daily services. Key tradeoffs include distance from core employment. Warrenton's Dyer Park has courts, pavilions and event space maintained by the city. Consider Warrenton if a small city's own recreation facilities and I-70 access suit your routine; compare the exact home and the park you would use.
What should I know about housing costs in Warrenton?+
The published median value of owner-occupied homes (data as of 2024-12-31) is $204,800 in Warrenton. 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 Warrenton?+
CityHub does not identify an assigned school for a home in Warrenton. 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 Warrenton like?+
The published mean travel time to work (data as of 2024-12-31) is 27.9 minutes for residents of Warrenton. 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 Warrenton?+
The published median owner-occupied value (data as of 2024-12-31) is $204,800 in Warrenton. 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 Warrenton?+
Warrenton is an outer-metro location. If you need to reach central St. Louis regularly, test the I-70 trip at your real travel times; a park or downtown amenity does not offset a commute that misses your limits. Downtown Warrenton 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 Warrenton 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 Warrenton with other places where outdoor access can shape the routine.
Read guideSt. Louis County or St. Charles County?
Compare the river crossing, housing choices and weekly geography before choosing a county label.
Read guideLooking for newer homes or more space?
See where newer housing appears around the region and what changes when you move farther west.
Read guideUnderstand the geography
Map of Warrenton
See where Warrenton 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 Warrenton.
Parks & outdoors
2 placesNature park
Binkley Woods Park
A wooded municipal park with trails and natural-area access.
Official detailsMunicipal park
Dyer Park
A major Warrenton park with fields, trails and community recreation facilities.
Official detailsFamily destinations
1 placeAquatic center
Warrenton Aquatic Center
The city's seasonal public pool and family recreation facility.
Official detailsShopping & errands
1 placeMain street district
Downtown Warrenton
The city's traditional civic and commercial center.
Official detailsCivic & everyday
1 placeLibrary
Scenic Regional Library — Warrenton Branch
The regional-library branch serving Warrenton and Warren County.
Official detailsDon’t choose in a vacuum
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