Lafayette Square

Saint Louis, MO

Lafayette Square - Saint Louis, MO

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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 December 2024, the average apartment rent in Lafayette Square is $1,264 for a studio, $1,467 for one bedroom, and $1,955 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lafayette Square has increased by 0.3% in the past year.

Studio
596 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,264/month

Average Rent

1 BR
831 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,467/month

Average Rent

2 BR
1,285 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,955/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

Niche User

8 years and 4 months ago•Niche Review

Some neighbors have told stories of their cars being broken into and packages being stolen from their porches, but violent crime is very rare.

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8 years and 4 months ago•Niche Review

My neighborhood is beautiful and historic with a gorgeous park nearby that hosts concerts and outdoor movies during the summer. There are mature trees everywhere, many nearby restaurants and an active community of neighbors. We do get some crime, however; some neighbors have complained of their cars being broken into and we also have to worry about mail theft (packages) once in a while.

Niche User

9 years and 8 months ago•Niche Review

Winter - cold but no snow Fall and Spring - best times of year, though sometimes unpredictable (40 one day, 80 next day). Summer - REALLY hot. Hot weather makes it harder to bike in - the clothing is often light, sweat wicking. Natural disasters aren't a huge worry - sometimes tornados hit down. That is the biggest concern in the summer.

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10 years and 5 months ago•Niche Review

we have Bead and breakfasts, historic hotels, and so much to do. really a great place. Largest concentration of Victorian homes in the nation.

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