I’ve been exploring the Zillow Home Value Index data for Missouri, and the findings are absolutely fascinating. The stark contrast between Missouri’s most expensive and least expensive premium neighborhoods reveals a home value gap of over $1.6 million dollars – that’s a staggering 326% difference between top-ranked Huntleigh and the 25th ranked Augusta. What’s particularly intriguing is how different regions have appreciated over the past 15 years, with lake communities like Lake Lotawana and Weatherby Lake showing some of the strongest growth trajectories.
The data shows that even within Missouri’s luxury market, the patterns of growth vary dramatically. While the average appreciation since 2010 sits at an impressive 82.2%, some communities have skyrocketed by more than 130% while others, particularly those that were already among the most expensive in 2010, have grown at a more moderate pace of around 60%. This suggests that the luxury market is seeing some equalization, with previously “mid-tier” luxury communities catching up to historically dominant neighborhoods.
Perhaps most striking is how the pandemic reshaped Missouri’s housing landscape. Since 2020, values have jumped an average of 40.7% across these top communities, with towns offering more space and amenities seeing the strongest surge. This acceleration speaks volumes about changing preferences toward communities that offer both exclusivity and breathing room – a trend that appears to have not just survived but thrived in the post-pandemic market.
25. Augusta
- 2025 value: $507,113
- 2020 value: $345,720
- 2015 value: $272,957
- 2010 value: $247,014
- % Change 2010-2025: 105.3%
- % Change 2015-2025: 85.8%
- % Change 2020-2025: 46.7%
Nestled in Missouri’s wine country, Augusta has emerged as a hidden gem in the luxury real estate market. I’m amazed at how property values have more than doubled since 2010, climbing from $247,014 to $507,113 in 2025, representing a remarkable 105.3% increase. The period between 2015 and 2025 saw home values surge 85.8%, while the most recent five-year period showed a robust 46.7% growth. Augusta sits in Saint Charles County along the Missouri River, surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards that have increasingly attracted those seeking a blend of rural charm and upscale living.
24. Grantwood Village
- 2025 value: $511,471
- 2020 value: $368,548
- 2015 value: $314,024
- 2010 value: $295,972
- % Change 2010-2025: 72.8%
- % Change 2015-2025: 62.9%
- % Change 2020-2025: 38.8%
Grantwood Village’s trajectory shows the steady climb of this Saint Louis County enclave. The average home value has reached $511,471 in 2025, up significantly from $295,972 in 2010 – a solid 72.8% appreciation over 15 years. Between 2015 and 2025, values increased by 62.9%, while the post-pandemic period from 2020 to 2025 delivered a 38.8% gain. This small community borders Grant’s Farm and Ulysses S. Grant National Historic Site, providing residents with a unique combination of historical significance and proximity to St. Louis amenities.
23. Glendale
- 2025 value: $512,739
- 2020 value: $375,333
- 2015 value: $315,769
- 2010 value: $295,610
- % Change 2010-2025: 73.5%
- % Change 2015-2025: 62.4%
- % Change 2020-2025: 36.6%
The charming community of Glendale has seen impressive growth in its housing market. From 2010 to 2025, home values soared from $295,610 to $512,739, marking a 73.5% increase that reflects the area’s growing desirability. Looking at the decade between 2015 and 2025, values climbed 62.4%, while the most recent five-year window showed a 36.6% jump. Glendale’s tree-lined streets and historic homes create a picturesque setting in west St. Louis County, offering residents a small-town feel while maintaining easy access to the greater metropolitan area.
22. Chesterfield
- 2025 value: $521,226
- 2020 value: $375,290
- 2015 value: $326,714
- 2010 value: $307,595
- % Change 2010-2025: 69.5%
- % Change 2015-2025: 59.5%
- % Change 2020-2025: 38.9%
Chesterfield’s evolution as a premier St. Louis suburb is evident in its steady property value growth. Home prices have increased from $307,595 in 2010 to $521,226 in 2025, representing a 69.5% gain over that period. The ten-year window from 2015 shows a 59.5% appreciation, while the pandemic-era market from 2020 to 2025 delivered a solid 38.9% return. As one of the largest suburbs in the St. Louis metropolitan area, Chesterfield offers extensive shopping, dining, and recreational opportunities in a location that balances suburban comfort with convenient access to the city.
21. Fremont Hills
- 2025 value: $526,557
- 2020 value: $351,684
- 2015 value: $291,804
- 2010 value: $275,450
- % Change 2010-2025: 91.2%
- % Change 2015-2025: 80.4%
- % Change 2020-2025: 49.7%
The rapid ascension of Fremont Hills in the Springfield metro area has been nothing short of remarkable. Since 2010, home values have surged from $275,450 to $526,557, representing an impressive 91.2% appreciation. The decade from 2015 to 2025 saw an 80.4% increase, while the most recent five-year period delivered a substantial 49.7% gain, one of the highest post-pandemic growth rates among Missouri’s premium communities. Located in Christian County just south of Springfield, Fremont Hills offers a country club lifestyle with golf course access, creating an exclusive retreat that has increasingly attracted luxury homebuyers to the Ozarks region.
20. Wildwood
- 2025 value: $528,594
- 2020 value: $376,900
- 2015 value: $329,890
- 2010 value: $314,105
- % Change 2010-2025: 68.3%
- % Change 2015-2025: 60.2%
- % Change 2020-2025: 40.2%
Wildwood’s transformation from rural outpost to coveted suburban destination is reflected in its steady value growth. From 2010 to 2025, home values have climbed from $314,105 to $528,594, a solid 68.3% appreciation. The ten-year span from 2015 to 2025 brought a 60.2% increase, while the post-pandemic market delivered a 40.2% gain. Spanning a vast area in western St. Louis County, Wildwood offers residents an abundance of parks, trails, and green spaces while maintaining a rural atmosphere that has become increasingly desirable for those seeking larger lot sizes and natural surroundings.
19. Flint Hill
- 2025 value: $543,772
- 2020 value: $389,331
- 2015 value: $304,800
- 2010 value: N/A
- % Change 2010-2025: N/A
- % Change 2015-2025: 78.4%
- % Change 2020-2025: 39.7%
Though lacking data from 2010, Flint Hill’s more recent growth tells a compelling story of rapid ascension in the luxury market. Home values have surged from $304,800 in 2015 to $543,772 in 2025, an impressive 78.4% increase over just a decade. The five-year window from 2020 shows a strong 39.7% appreciation. Located in St. Charles County northwest of the St. Louis metropolitan area, Flint Hill combines rural charm with spacious properties, attracting homeowners seeking privacy and land while maintaining reasonable commuting distance to urban amenities.
18. Sunset Hills
- 2025 value: $545,301
- 2020 value: $393,654
- 2015 value: $334,251
- 2010 value: $305,063
- % Change 2010-2025: 78.7%
- % Change 2015-2025: 63.1%
- % Change 2020-2025: 38.5%
Sunset Hills demonstrates the consistent appeal of established St. Louis suburbs. Property values have climbed steadily from $305,063 in 2010 to $545,301 in 2025, representing a strong 78.7% increase over 15 years. The decade from 2015 brought a 63.1% gain, while the post-pandemic market added 38.5% to home values. Situated in south St. Louis County along Interstate 44, Sunset Hills provides residents with a blend of quiet residential streets, excellent parks, and easy access to the broader metropolitan area’s amenities and employment centers.
17. Weatherby Lake
- 2025 value: $553,380
- 2020 value: $365,016
- 2015 value: $302,129
- 2010 value: $238,704
- % Change 2010-2025: 131.8%
- % Change 2015-2025: 83.2%
- % Change 2020-2025: 51.6%
Few communities exemplify the lakeside premium quite like Weatherby Lake, which has experienced explosive growth in home values. Since 2010, prices have skyrocketed from $238,704 to $553,380, an extraordinary 131.8% appreciation that ranks among Missouri’s highest. The ten-year period from 2015 delivered an 83.2% gain, while the most recent five years showed a remarkable 51.6% increase. Built around a private 274-acre lake in Platte County north of Kansas City, this community offers residents exclusive water access with boating, fishing, and waterfront living that has clearly captured the market’s imagination in recent years.
16. Crystal Lake Park
- 2025 value: $556,259
- 2020 value: $394,820
- 2015 value: $338,247
- 2010 value: $310,718
- % Change 2010-2025: 79.0%
- % Change 2015-2025: 64.5%
- % Change 2020-2025: 40.9%
The hidden enclave of Crystal Lake Park has quietly appreciated into one of Missouri’s premium communities. From 2010 to 2025, home values rose from $310,718 to $556,259, a robust 79.0% increase. The decade from 2015 brought a 64.5% gain, while the post-pandemic market delivered a strong 40.9% appreciation. This tiny municipality in St. Louis County is nestled between larger suburbs, offering residents an exclusive neighborhood feel with large lots and mature trees just minutes from Clayton and the central corridor of the St. Louis metropolitan area.
15. Creve Coeur
- 2025 value: $564,010
- 2020 value: $411,305
- 2015 value: $353,175
- 2010 value: $326,573
- % Change 2010-2025: 72.7%
- % Change 2015-2025: 59.7%
- % Change 2020-2025: 37.1%
Creve Coeur’s status as a premier business and residential hub is reflected in its consistent property value growth. From 2010 to 2025, home values increased from $326,573 to $564,010, a solid 72.7% appreciation. The decade from 2015 brought a 59.7% gain, while the post-pandemic period added 37.1% to home values. Located in central St. Louis County, Creve Coeur offers residents a strategic location near major employers, healthcare facilities, and upscale retail centers while maintaining pockets of luxurious residential neighborhoods with larger lot sizes than many inner-ring suburbs.
14. Weldon Spring
- 2025 value: $571,875
- 2020 value: $393,980
- 2015 value: $329,324
- 2010 value: $305,901
- % Change 2010-2025: 86.9%
- % Change 2015-2025: 73.7%
- % Change 2020-2025: 45.2%
The tremendous growth in Weldon Spring highlights the westward expansion of St. Louis’s premium housing market. Since 2010, home values have surged from $305,901 to $571,875, representing an impressive 86.9% increase. The ten-year span from 2015 brought a substantial 73.7% gain, while the post-pandemic market saw values climb 45.2%. Located in St. Charles County along the Missouri River, Weldon Spring combines natural beauty with newer, larger homes, offering residents access to conservation areas, golf courses, and excellent schools while maintaining a reasonable commute to St. Louis employment centers.
13. Parkville
- 2025 value: $572,907
- 2020 value: $413,340
- 2015 value: $352,216
- 2010 value: $315,910
- % Change 2010-2025: 81.4%
- % Change 2015-2025: 62.7%
- % Change 2020-2025: 38.6%
Parkville’s charm continues to attract premium homebuyers, as evidenced by its strong value appreciation. From 2010 to 2025, home prices climbed from $315,910 to $572,907, an impressive 81.4% increase. The decade from 2015 brought a 62.7% gain, while the post-pandemic market added 38.6% to home values. Nestled along the Missouri River in Platte County north of Kansas City, Parkville offers a unique combination of historic downtown character, scenic river views, and upscale newer developments, creating a distinctive community that has cemented its place among Missouri’s most desirable locations.
12. Lake Lotawana
- 2025 value: $594,712
- 2020 value: $450,668
- 2015 value: $313,395
- 2010 value: $255,634
- % Change 2010-2025: 132.6%
- % Change 2015-2025: 89.8%
- % Change 2020-2025: 32.0%
Lake Lotawana stands out as Missouri’s greatest waterfront success story, with property values experiencing extraordinary growth. Since 2010, home values have more than doubled from $255,634 to $594,712, a remarkable 132.6% increase that leads all communities in this analysis. The decade from 2015 saw an 89.8% surge, while the post-pandemic period brought a still-impressive 32.0% gain. Built around the largest private lake in the Kansas City region, Lake Lotawana in Jackson County offers residents year-round water recreation with luxurious waterfront properties that have clearly captured a premium in the marketplace.
11. Des Peres
- 2025 value: $618,058
- 2020 value: $439,192
- 2015 value: $374,812
- 2010 value: $343,627
- % Change 2010-2025: 79.9%
- % Change 2015-2025: 64.9%
- % Change 2020-2025: 40.7%
The allure of Des Peres continues to strengthen as evidenced by its impressive value growth. From 2010 to 2025, home prices rose from $343,627 to $618,058, a strong 79.9% appreciation. The decade from 2015 brought a 64.9% increase, while the post-pandemic market added 40.7% to property values. Situated in west St. Louis County, Des Peres blends upscale residential neighborhoods with premier shopping destinations, giving residents a convenient suburban lifestyle with larger homes and yards while maintaining easy access to retail, dining, and entertainment options.
10. Warson Woods
- 2025 value: $619,069
- 2020 value: $440,304
- 2015 value: $374,339
- 2010 value: $358,605
- % Change 2010-2025: 72.6%
- % Change 2015-2025: 65.4%
- % Change 2020-2025: 40.6%
The exclusive enclave of Warson Woods has maintained its position among Missouri’s most desirable communities. Since 2010, home values have increased from $358,605 to $619,069, a healthy 72.6% appreciation. The decade from 2015 saw values climb 65.4%, while the post-pandemic market delivered a strong 40.6% gain. This tiny municipality in central St. Louis County offers a private country club atmosphere with tree-lined streets and larger lots, creating an insulated residential pocket that provides both privacy and convenient access to the region’s amenities.
9. Lake Winnebago
- 2025 value: $729,961
- 2020 value: $523,712
- 2015 value: $359,715
- 2010 value: $332,990
- % Change 2010-2025: 119.2%
- % Change 2015-2025: 102.9%
- % Change 2020-2025: 39.4%
Lake Winnebago has emerged as a premium destination with one of Missouri’s most impressive growth trajectories. Property values have more than doubled from $332,990 in 2010 to $729,961 in 2025, a remarkable 119.2% increase. The decade from 2015 saw an extraordinary 102.9% surge, while the post-pandemic market added 39.4%. Located in Cass County south of Kansas City, this private lake community offers residents exclusive access to water recreation, with luxurious homes surrounding a 2.75-mile lake that has clearly commanded increasing premiums from buyers seeking waterfront living.
8. Clayton
- 2025 value: $812,496
- 2020 value: $654,849
- 2015 value: $542,657
- 2010 value: $513,673
- % Change 2010-2025: 58.2%
- % Change 2015-2025: 49.7%
- % Change 2020-2025: 24.1%
Clayton stands as the urban jewel in Missouri’s luxury housing market, though its growth has been more measured than some peers. Since 2010, home values have increased from $513,673 to $812,496, a solid but comparatively modest 58.2% gain. The decade from 2015 brought a 49.7% appreciation, while the post-pandemic period saw the lowest growth in our analysis at 24.1%. Serving as St. Louis County’s seat and business hub, Clayton offers a unique urban lifestyle with luxury condominiums and historic homes alongside office towers and cultural amenities, creating a walkable, cosmopolitan environment unlike any other premium community in the state.
7. Clarkson Valley
- 2025 value: $849,466
- 2020 value: $592,310
- 2015 value: $542,791
- 2010 value: $529,612
- % Change 2010-2025: 60.4%
- % Change 2015-2025: 56.5%
- % Change 2020-2025: 43.4%
Clarkson Valley’s established luxury status is reflected in its steady but measured value growth. From 2010 to 2025, home prices rose from $529,612 to $849,466, a solid 60.4% appreciation. The decade from 2015 brought a 56.5% increase, while the post-pandemic market added a strong 43.4%. Located in west St. Louis County, this community features expansive estate homes on larger lots, offering residents an exclusive suburban retreat characterized by winding roads, mature trees, and a decidedly upscale atmosphere that continues to attract discriminating buyers.
6. Town and Country
- 2025 value: $1,025,704
- 2020 value: $716,872
- 2015 value: $647,759
- 2010 value: $616,076
- % Change 2010-2025: 66.5%
- % Change 2015-2025: 58.3%
- % Change 2020-2025: 43.1%
Town and Country’s milestone of crossing the million-dollar threshold reflects its enduring position among Missouri’s elite communities. Since 2010, home values have climbed from $616,076 to $1,025,704, a robust 66.5% appreciation. The decade from 2015 brought a 58.3% gain, while the post-pandemic market added 43.1%. Situated in central St. Louis County, Town and Country offers expansive estate properties on generous lots, creating a prestigious address that balances rural charm with urban convenience through its central location, manicured landscapes, and distinctive architectural character.
5. Village of Loch Lloyd
- 2025 value: $1,112,866
- 2020 value: $798,366
- 2015 value: $615,482
- 2010 value: $539,848
- % Change 2010-2025: 106.1%
- % Change 2015-2025: 80.8%
- % Change 2020-2025: 39.4%
The Village of Loch Lloyd has cemented its status as Kansas City’s premier luxury community with extraordinary growth. Property values have more than doubled from $539,848 in 2010 to $1,112,866 in 2025, a remarkable 106.1% increase. The decade from 2015 saw an 80.8% surge, while the post-pandemic market delivered a 39.4% gain. Located in southern Cass County, this private, gated community is built around a Tom Watson signature golf course, offering residents a resort-style experience with custom luxury homes that has clearly resonated with the upper echelon of the Kansas City market.
4. Frontenac
- 2025 value: $1,117,952
- 2020 value: $769,551
- 2015 value: $677,558
- 2010 value: $664,397
- % Change 2010-2025: 68.3%
- % Change 2015-2025: 65.0%
- % Change 2020-2025: 45.3%
Frontenac has long symbolized luxury in St. Louis, a reputation reinforced by its continued value appreciation. Since 2010, home prices have climbed from $664,397 to $1,117,952, a solid 68.3% increase. The decade from 2015 brought a 65.0% gain, while the post-pandemic market added a substantial 45.3%. Located in central St. Louis County along the prestigious Lindbergh Boulevard corridor, Frontenac combines estate-sized properties with access to high-end shopping at Plaza Frontenac, creating an elegant residential enclave that continues to attract the region’s most affluent homebuyers.
3. Westwood
- 2025 value: $1,148,799
- 2020 value: $798,427
- 2015 value: $693,198
- 2010 value: $638,476
- % Change 2010-2025: 79.9%
- % Change 2015-2025: 65.7%
- % Change 2020-2025: 43.9%
The tiny enclave of Westwood has quietly maintained its position among Missouri’s most exclusive communities. From 2010 to 2025, home values rose from $638,476 to $1,148,799, an impressive 79.9% appreciation. The decade from 2015 brought a 65.7% gain, while the post-pandemic market added 43.9%. Comprising just a few streets adjacent to St. Louis Country Club in St. Louis County, Westwood offers an ultra-exclusive address with historic manor homes on spacious lots, creating a rarefied atmosphere that continues to command premium prices from discerning buyers seeking privacy and prestige.
2. Ladue
- 2025 value: $1,188,268
- 2020 value: $831,193
- 2015 value: $760,494
- 2010 value: $741,883
- % Change 2010-2025: 60.2%
- % Change 2015-2025: 56.2%
- % Change 2020-2025: 43.0%
Ladue’s position as St. Louis’s signature luxury address remains unchallenged despite relatively modest appreciation. Since 2010, home values have increased from $741,883 to $1,188,268, a solid 60.2% gain that reflects its already-high starting point. The decade from 2015 brought a 56.2% increase, while the post-pandemic market added 43.0%. Spanning a large area in central St. Louis County, Ladue combines architectural diversity with generous lot sizes, creating a prestigious community known for its excellent schools, winding roads, and distinctive estates that has long been the region’s most recognized address for luxury living.
1. Huntleigh
- 2025 value: $2,161,007
- 2020 value: $1,558,269
- 2015 value: $1,407,006
- 2010 value: $1,364,534
- % Change 2010-2025: 58.4%
- % Change 2015-2025: 53.6%
- % Change 2020-2025: 38.7%
Huntleigh stands alone at the pinnacle of Missouri’s residential market, with average values that dwarf all competitors. Property values have climbed from $1,364,534 in 2010 to an astonishing $2,161,007 in 2025, though this 58.4% increase is actually modest compared to many communities in this analysis. The decade from 2015 brought a 53.6% gain, while the post-pandemic market added 38.7%. This tiny municipality in central St. Louis County represents Missouri’s most exclusive enclave, featuring estate compounds on multi-acre parcels with equestrian facilities, creating an atmosphere of old-world wealth that maintains an extraordinary premium over every other community in the state.
