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521 Saint James Dr, Cahokia, IL 62206, USA|East Saint Louis
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Property Overview
Featuring a cozy living room, the property is situated in a bustling neighborhood with 8 restaurants within a mile and nearby parks that enhance outdoor experiences. With a grocery store less than a mile away and a top-rated elementary school just a short walk, accessibility is a key benefit. Furthermore, the property stands out in value per square foot, and options for public transit support an active lifestyle while catering to pet owners with available outdoor spaces.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- More space
- Images Available
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Pet owners
Amenities for 521 Saint James Dr, East Saint Louis
Apartment Amenities
| Forced Air | Laminate |
Appliances
| Range/Oven | Refrigerator |
Tech
| Cable Ready |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking | Fenced Yard |
| Outdoor Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Dog policy
| Allowed |
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Cat policy
| Allowed |
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Contact for more information on pet policy.
Parking
| Assigned Parking | Contact for Price |
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 521 Saint James Dr
Property Id: 1688178 This charming cottage is perfect for those seeking a simpler way of life. With the cozy living room, spacious backyard, and plenty of natural light, you'll never want to leave. Easy to maintain flooring throughout. The location is great, only minutes away from downtown STL, and all major highways. Home has already passed city occupancy inspection.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 521 Saint James Dr compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
- More space
- The 3-bedroom is 75 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | East Saint Louis |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 62206 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in East Saint Louis
3-bedroom apartments at 521 Saint James Dr cost about 12% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in East St. Louis.
Median rents as of Sep 6 2025.
East Saint Louis
East St. Louis
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $900 |
| October 2023 | $915 |
| November 2023 | $1,060 |
| December 2023 | $979 |
| January 2024 | $1,000 |
| February 2024 | $1,000 |
| March 2024 | $1,000 |
| April 2024 | $1,031 |
| May 2024 | $1,091 |
| June 2024 | $1,160 |
| July 2024 | $1,150 |
| August 2024 | $1,200 |
| September 2024 | $1,507 |
| October 2024 | $1,500 |
| November 2024 | $1,490 |
| December 2024 | $1,359 |
| January 2025 | $1,325 |
| February 2025 | $1,300 |
| March 2025 | $1,308 |
| April 2025 | $1,373 |
| May 2025 | $1,307 |
| June 2025 | $1,250 |
| July 2025 | $1,250 |
| August 2025 | $1,251 |
| September 2025 | $1,250 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2023 | $900 |
| October 2023 | $915 |
| November 2023 | $1,060 |
| December 2023 | $979 |
| January 2024 | $1,000 |
| February 2024 | $1,000 |
| March 2024 | $1,000 |
| April 2024 | $1,031 |
| May 2024 | $1,091 |
| June 2024 | $1,160 |
| July 2024 | $1,150 |
| August 2024 | $1,200 |
| September 2024 | $1,507 |
| October 2024 | $1,500 |
| November 2024 | $1,490 |
| December 2024 | $1,359 |
| January 2025 | $1,325 |
| February 2025 | $1,300 |
| March 2025 | $1,308 |
| April 2025 | $1,373 |
| May 2025 | $1,307 |
| June 2025 | $1,250 |
| July 2025 | $1,250 |
| August 2025 | $1,251 |
| September 2025 | $1,250 |
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Can I afford to live at 521 Saint James Dr?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| 8 months ago | $1,525 |
Schools near 521 Saint James Dr
Huffman Elementary School
600 saint robert dr
cahokia, IL, 62206
3-5Public
D+
Estelle Sauget School of Choice
1700 jerome ln
cahokia, IL, 62206
PK, K-8Public
D+
Maplewood Elementary School
600 jerome ln
cahokia, IL, 62206
PK, K-2Public
C-
Elizabeth Morris Elementary School
1500 andrews dr
cahokia, IL, 62206
K-3Public
C-
Penniman Elementary School
1820 jerome ln
cahokia, IL, 62206
3-5Public
D+
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Neighborhood
East Saint Louis | East St. Louis, IL
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Cahokia near 521 Saint James Dr
Walking
2/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 521 Saint James Dr, Cahokia
Groceries
1/10
No grocery stores within walking distance
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
0/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
3/10
Few or no restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Parks
5/10
Limited amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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