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A little town with a lot of heart
Just 10 miles west of downtown St. Louis, Cool Valley flies under the radar while commercial jets fly overhead. “Its biggest highlight is that it’s so close to the University of Missouri St. Louis that students can live there,” says Casey Milton, a Realtor with Keller Williams Marquee, who sells homes in the area and once lived in Cool Valley. “You get off the highway, you go to the left, drive three streets and you’re in a different town altogether.” The community’s speck of acreage sits in the flight path of nearby St. Louis Lambert International Airport, and students attend school within the Ferguson-Florissant R-2 School District. Known for traffic stops, the city once collected 55% of its general revenue from fines and fees. “If you’re going through Cool Valley, go the speed limit,” Milton recommends. If drivers slow down long enough, they find a community with major employers like the university about a mile away, pharmacy giant Express Scripts and the town of Ferguson next door.
Modest homes and nice yards
Cool Valley’s 1,000 residents live in modest homes, with not many frills. Most are brick, ranch-style houses with well-maintained yards. Homes here, however, comprise barely 40% of Cool Valley’s property mix, with office, retail and industry composing the larger chunk of spaces. “It is a highly-rentable area, so it’s good for investment property. A lot of people use it for Air BnB purposes because you’re close to the airport,” Milton says. The median price of a single-family home in Cool Valley is $110,000, with most houses selling from $80,000 to $130,000.
There are many homes in the Cool Valley neighborhood with brick and Spanish accents.
Cool Valley has a variety of architectural styles, including Spanish Colonial Revivals.
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Commutes on Interstate 70
In many ways, Cool Valley enjoys the best of all transportation worlds, being just a five-minute drive from the airport. Public transportation is also easily accessible with bus service in town and a MetroLink light rail stop there too. With Interstate 70 forming Cool Valley’s westernmost edge, commuters can find themselves downtown in 15 minutes or most other popular places in 10 to 20 minutes.
Ferguson-Florissant R-2 School District
Cool Valley students attend Holman Elementary School through second grade, then Berkeley Elementary School. From there, it’s on to Ferguson Middle School and McCluer High School. Niche rates each school C-minus. The schools are in the Ferguson-Florissant R-2 School District, which Niche rates C-minus as well. Standout students may apply to enroll in STEAM Academy at McCluer South-Berkeley High School or Innovation School at Cool Valley, which operates gifted high school programs, and affirms a commitment to improving neighborhood children’s academic skills.
The Innovation School at Cool Valley is a public high school located in the Cool Valley, MO,
Ferguson Middle School sign in Ferguson.
McCluer South-Berkeley High School is a public high school located in Ferguson, Missouri.
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Nearby St. Louis Galleria Mall
While residents have a Save A Lot right at hand and a Family Dollar across the street from the supermarket, there’s not much brand-name retail shopping close by. The nearest brand retail shopping residents would find is at the St. Louis Galleria Mall, about 15 minutes south. Just a 10-minute drive north into Ferguson places residents at the doorsteps of several restaurants, including King of Soul and Cathy’s Kitchen, which serves po' boys, tacos and pancakes.
Cathy’s Kitchen serves po' boys, tacos and pancakes. just north of Cool Valley neighborhood.
Dining is a drive north of Cool Valley to King of Soul.
Cathy’s Kitchen serves po' boys, tacos and pancakes. just north of Cool Valley neighborhood.
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Forestwood Park and trails
Forestwood Park is within driving distance, not more than five minutes north in nearby Ferguson. Forestwood has a trail, picnic tables, a basketball court and a playground for the kids.
Forestwood Park is accessible for children of all abilities.
While Cool Valley has no parks of its own, Forestwood Park is five minutes north in Ferguson.
There are several pavilions and bridges located within Forestwood Park in Ferguson, MO.
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Nearby Ferguson annual and weekly events
While Cool Valley isn’t known for hosting many events of its own, residents tend to participate in the ones in Ferguson, which hosts a summer concert series, farmer’s market and Fourth of July Festival.
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Parks in this Area
Dade Park
Jeske Park
Ramona-Mathison Lake Park
Forest Wood Park
Transit
Airport
St Louis Lambert International
10 min drive
Bus
South Florissant & Evans Sb
Bus
South Florissant & Bernhardt Nb
Bus
1210 South Florissant Nb
Bus
South Florissant & Brotherton Sb
Bus
South Florissant & Emerling Sb
Bus
South Florissant & Hawkesbury Nb
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cool Valley
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cool Valley, Bel-Ridge sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Cool Valley, Bel-Ridge over the last 12 months is $111,500, up 18% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Turnkey investment opportunity with a tenant already in place! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom home features a durable brick exterior, adding timeless appeal and low-maintenance durability. The property includes off-street parking for added convenience and a generously sized yard, perfect for outdoor enjoyment. A smart addition to your portfolio, this home combines practicality with
Welcome to this charming ranch home, perfect for those who love space and comfort! Nestled on a huge lot, this home offers plenty of room for outdoor activities, gardening, or simply relaxing in your own private oasis. Inside, you’ll be greeted by spacious rooms that provide a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The updated kitchen is a true highlight, featuring a beautiful tile backsplash,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,328
Median Age
37
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,028
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,894
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.1%
College Graduates
16.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
15''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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