Lafayette Square

Saint Louis, MO

Lafayette Square - Saint Louis, MO

Area Guide

Niche Reviews

4.2 (25 Reviews)

The Gateway City’s oldest neighborhood is a trendy modern-day locale

Historic • Park-Like • Trendy • Great Location • Restaurants •

Located about two miles away from Downtown Saint Louis, historic Layfette Square is the city’s oldest neighborhoods. Lafayette is also a National Historic District, renowned for its colorful Victorian mansions and its lush namesake park. Lafayette Park is lush with gorgeous flowers, glistening waterfalls, and a small lake. The park is also a popular spot for outdoor concerts and weddings. This park-like, trendy neighborhood has sophisticated wine bars, high-end eateries, grocery stores, art galleries, and more. Residents also enjoy being close to even more options for shopping, dining, and entertainment in Downtown Saint Louis. While living in Lafayette Square, you’ll be 10 minutes away from the historic Gateway Arch, America's Center Convention Complex, and The Dome at America's Center. Perfect for students, faculty, and staff, Saint Louis University is less than 10 minutes away from Lafayette Square. This beloved historic district has rentals for every budget and style including luxury apartments, chic lofts, and charming houses.

Rent Trends

As of February 2025, the average apartment rent in Lafayette Square is $1,267 for a studio, $1,472 for one bedroom, and $1,962 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lafayette Square has increased by 1.6% in the past year.

Studio
596 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,267/month

Average Rent

1 BR
824 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,472/month

Average Rent

2 BR
1,285 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,962/month

Average Rent

Transportation

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Reviews of Lafayette Square - Saint Louis, MO

Niche Reviews

4.2 25 Reviews

Current Resident

6 years and 1 months ago•Niche Review

If you like culture, art and having a well crafted lifestyle - Lafayette Square is perfect place for you. Historic Homes, next to one of the few remaining Victorian parks, great neighborhood coffee shop/ restaurants/ and bars few minutes from downtown St. Louis.

Niche User

9 years and 10 months ago•Niche Review

St. Louis has a variety of both small local businesses and bigger chain businesses. You can get everything you need (and shop around for the best price), but you have to be willing to drive.

Niche User

9 years and 10 months ago•Niche Review

South Grand is one area nearby that has a ton (of reasonably priced) dining option - vegan fare, ethiopian, thai, etc. There are also a lot of bars downtown and near south grand that are open for afterwork drinks.

Niche User

10 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

no issues with this area, there may be an occasional pot hole or some other minor issue.

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