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Saint Joseph, MO

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Historic town pays tribute to the past and embraces the future

Historic Fishing Hiking Outdoors River Scenic Community

Saint Joseph, MO is a Midwest hidden gem packed with history and outdoor adventure. The Pony Express, convergence of early railroads, and the Missouri River shaped the city into a hub for early western commerce and communication. Multiple areas in St. Joseph are designated as National Park Service certified Lewis and Clark trail commemorative sites. Take a deep dive into American western history and visit one of the city’s 13 museums. See for yourself where the West’s most notorious outlaw was shot and killed during a visit at the Jesse James Home Museum.

Nestled within the banks of the Missouri River, St. Joseph boasts striking views and outdoor activities for the whole family. Catch catfish, birdwatch, or geocache at Missouri River’s French Bottom Access. Cycle down the 26-mile parkway or have a picnic at one of the 48 parks in the area.

30 minutes from Kansas City, this city celebrates its past downtown with remodeled historical buildings giving way to a fresh modern lifestyle. Mitchell Park Plaza, originally the Big Chief writing tablet factory, is home to over 250 apartments, a rooftop garden, pool, and indoor track. The new downtown aims to elevate this historic town to the future through culture. St. Joseph’s hosts 13 annual festivals each year, including the newly created Downtown First, a monthly celebration of the cities reemergence.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Saint Joseph, MO is $556 for a studio, $731 for one bedroom, $873 for two bedrooms, and $950 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Saint Joseph has increased by 3.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$731/month
655 Sq Ft
House
$1,294/month
2,353 Sq Ft
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Transportation

43

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

32

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Ellison Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

364 Students

7
out of 10

Field Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

265 Students

7
out of 10

Carden Park Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

577 Students

6
out of 10

Pershing Elementary

Public

Grades K-6

267 Students

6
out of 10

Oak Grove Elementary

Public

Grades PK-6

842 Students

5
out of 10

Bode Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

486 Students

3
out of 10

Truman Middle

Public

Grades 7-8

482 Students

3
out of 10

Spring Garden Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

474 Students

3
out of 10

Robidoux Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

390 Students

3
out of 10

Helen M Davis School

Public

Grades K-12

39 Students

Rating Unavailable

Central High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,728 Students

3
out of 10

Lafayette High

Public

Grades 9-12

717 Students

2
out of 10

Benton High

Public

Grades 9-12

676 Students

2
out of 10

Helen M Davis School

Public

Grades K-12

39 Students

Rating Unavailable

Colgan Alt. Resource Center

Public

Grades K-12

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Remington Nature Center of St. Joseph

Military Bases

Airports

  • Kansas City International

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