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5257 Alcott Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63120, USA|Walnut Park East
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5257 Alcott Ave offers a strong value-for-money position in the local market, and the availability of 10 photos provides a helpful visual preview for renters. A property manager is also a notable feature, which may add convenience in communication and day-to-day coordination.
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Less expensive- Images Available
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Pet owners
Amenities for 5257 Alcott Ave, Walnut Park East
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| On-Site Management |
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 5257 Alcott Ave
Sweet deal!
This listing is 54% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Walnut Park East.
For Sale With Owner Financing — This Is A Purchase, Not A Rental 5257 Alcott Ave, St. Louis, Mo 63120 3 Bedrooms • 2 Bathrooms • Single-Family Home $1,200 down • $555/month Buy this home with $1,200 down and a fixed monthly payment of $555. No bank loan needed. Sold As-is. Buyer is responsible for their own due diligence on property condition, systems, taxes, insurance, title, zoning, and any other requirements before purchasing. Message us for details or to schedule a self-showing. Government-issued photo Id is required before the lockbox code is released. By submitting your information on this page you consent to being contacted by the Property Manager and RentEngine via SMS, phone, or email.
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 5257 Alcott Ave compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this property
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1.0 miles away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Walnut Park East |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 63120 |
| Type | House for rent |
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Rent trends in Walnut Park East
3-bedroom apartments at 5257 Alcott Ave cost about 54% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in St. Louis.
Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Walnut Park East
St. Louis
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| November 2024 | $1,650 |
| December 2024 | $1,600 |
| January 2025 | $1,596 |
| February 2025 | $1,600 |
| March 2025 | $1,636 |
| April 2025 | $1,710 |
| May 2025 | $1,707 |
| June 2025 | $1,733 |
| July 2025 | $1,809 |
| August 2025 | $1,818 |
| September 2025 | $1,792 |
| October 2025 | $1,750 |
| November 2025 | $1,737 |
| December 2025 | $1,708 |
| January 2026 | $1,677 |
| February 2026 | $1,682 |
| March 2026 | $1,680 |
| April 2026 | $1,697 |
| May 2026 | $1,804 |
| June 2026 | $1,823 |
| July 2026 | $1,822 |
| August 2026 | $1,806 |
| September 2026 | $1,806 |
| October 2026 | $1,754 |
| November 2026 | $1,650 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | $1,247 |
| April 2025 | $1,199 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 5257 Alcott Ave
Walbridge Elementary School
5000 davison ave
st louis, MO, 63120
PK, K-6Public
C-
George Washington Carver Elementary School
3325 bell
st. louis, MO, 63106
PK, K-5Public
C-
Normandy Early Learning Center
3101 nordic dr
st. louis, MO, 63121
PK, KPublic
C
Bel-Nor
3101 nordic dr
st.louis, MO, 63121
1-5Public
D+
Elias Michael Elementary School
2 gateway dr
st louis, MO, 63106
PK, K-8Public
C-
Neighborhood
Walnut Park East | St. Louis, MO
Getting around Saint Louis near 5257 Alcott Ave
Walking
4/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
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
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 5257 Alcott Ave, Saint Louis
Groceries
7/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within a short drive
Cafes
2/10
Few or no cafés within a short drive
Restaurants
5/10
Variety of restaurants within a short drive
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
3/10
Some bars within a short drive
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