One of the independent municipalities in St Louis County, Richmond Heights blends classic St Louis architecture with easy access to modern conveniences. Just minutes from Forest Park and the Saint Louis Zoo, residents enjoy proximity to downtown St Louis while living in a primarily residential setting.
Narrow, occasionally winding streets and steep driveways give the neighborhood a distinctive feel, with rows of red brick homes shaded by mature trees. Its central location offers connection to the region while preserving a welcoming neighborhood atmosphere.
A larger 2 story home on a hilltop in Richmond Heights
Richmond Heights is down the street from Forest Park, home of the St. Louis Zoo.
Classic Brick Homes Near Forest Park
Richmond Heights is filled with character homes, many built in the 1930s, with bungalows, cottages, and Tudor Revivals defining the streetscape. The median price is about 359900. Bungalows typically range from around 150000 for a three bedroom, one bath home to roughly 480000 for four bedrooms and two baths. Cottages often sell between 180000 and 380000, while Tudor Revivals generally range from 280000 to 530000.
West of Henley Road, larger properties command higher prices, with homes around 2800 square feet near 700000 and expansive residences approaching 5000 square feet reaching up to 1.8 million, all just minutes from Forest Park in St Louis.
Craftsman style brick homes sit side by side in Richmond Heights
Richmond Heights has a variety of new construction homes in many styles
Shopping at the Galleria and Dining Close By
Richmond Heights is home to Saint Louis Galleria, featuring more than 140 stores including Urban Outfitters, The North Face, and The Cheesecake Factory. Just across the road is Maggiano's Little Italy, while about three miles away Nick's Pub serves pizza, drinks, and live music. For everyday groceries, residents rely on Schnucks near the border of Clayton, keeping essentials within easy reach of St Louis conveniences.
Build a Bear iin the St Louis Galleria is a favorite for kids in Richmond Heights.
Entrance sign to the St Louis Galleria shopping mall
Ice Rink Fun and Community Recreation
The northeastern edge of Richmond Heights borders Forest Park, the 1300 acre green space known for many of St Louis’s most visited attractions. About three miles away is Steinberg Skating Rink, a seasonal favorite with public skating and special events like bumper cars on ice. Day admission is around 10 dollars.
To the south, The Heights offers an indoor pool with lap lanes, a lazy river, sauna, splash pad, and spa. On weekends, access is reserved for residents and members, making it a valued local amenity.
Forest Park one of the nation's largest city parks borders the northern edge of Richmond Heights
The Richmond Heights community center has several swim lanes for training and exercise.
Out of State Trips and Media Opportunities
Students in Richmond Heights attend the Maplewood Richmond Heights School District, often known as MRH. Children begin at the MRH Early Education Center for prekindergarten through second grade, then move to MRH Elementary School for third through sixth grade, both earning A minus ratings from Niche.
MRH Middle School serves seventh and eighth grades and offers expedition style learning, including occasional out of state trips to historic sites. Students then attend MRH High School, which provides programs such as video journalism. MRH Middle holds a B plus rating, while MRH High earns an A from Niche.
The MRH Early Childhood Center serves students in grades PreK-2.
Students at Maplewood Richmond Heights Middle are 51% proficient in Reading.
Parks with Play Areas and Picnic Spaces
Highland Park sits along Interstate 64, buffered by a sound barrier wall that helps reduce traffic noise. The park includes a playground, splash pad, and covered picnic table, making it a favorite for families.
Across from the community center, A B Green Park features a covered pavilion and BBQ grills that residents can rent for the day from 9 AM to 9 PM for 20 dollars.
Highland Park in Richmond Heights has an excellent artfully laid out park and benches.
Highland Park is Located in Richmond Heights, MO.
Convenient Highways and Metro Access
Richmond Heights sits at the junction of Interstate 64 and Interstate 170, providing strong regional connectivity, though traffic can back up during rush hour and busy weekends.
The MetroLink Blue Line serves the area with a station about half a mile from Saint Louis Galleria, offering a direct ride into downtown St Louis for a St Louis Cardinals game at Busch Stadium.
Richmond Heights offers convenient living with easy commuting to business districts
Grab the MetroBus in Brentwood to get anywhere in the city from Richmond Heights.
Overview for Richmond Heights, MO
9,179 people live in Richmond Heights, where the median age is 35.4
and the average individual income is $69,748.
Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
9,179
Total Population
35.4 years
Median Age
High
Population Density
Population DensityThis is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.
$69,748
Average individual Income
Around Richmond Heights, MO
There's plenty to do around Richmond Heights, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
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Car-Dependent
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Somewhat Bikeable
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Points of Interest
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Bijoux Handcrafted Chocolates, Pavilion, and Taung Za Lat.
Demographics and Employment Data for Richmond Heights, MO
PopulationHouseholdsEmployment
Richmond Heights has 4,481 households, with an average household size of 2.05. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.Here’s what the people living in Richmond Heights do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.9,179 people call Richmond Heights home. The population density is 4,009.73 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
9,179
Total Population
High
Population Density
Population DensityThis is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.
35.4
Median Age
48.37 / 51.63%
Men vs Women
Population by Age Group
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High School Degree
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4,481
Total Households
2.05
Average Household Size
$69,748
Average individual Income
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Schools in Richmond Heights, MO
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The following schools are within or nearby Richmond Heights. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family.
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