West St. Louis County Real Estate
West County Convenience, Rooted in Place.
Discover Des Peres, Missouri — a compact West County city with more than 100 acres of parkland, a deep local history and everyday access to Manchester Road and West County Center.
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Local Highlights
Life in Des Peres
City parks, established neighborhoods and a central West County location give Des Peres a distinctive mix of breathing room and convenience.
Parks & Recreation
A Park System Larger Than You Might Expect
Des Peres maintains more than 100 acres across six recreation sites. Des Peres Park alone spans 42.5 acres, with a lake, trails, courts, fields and play areas; The Lodge adds year-round aquatics and fitness.
History
From a 1701 Settlement to a Modern City
The city traces its name — French for “of the fathers” — to Jesuit missionaries who established a settlement here in 1701. Des Peres incorporated in 1934 and became a fourth-class city in 1953.
Shopping & Dining
Manchester Road and West County Center
Manchester Road, part of historic Route 66, remains the city’s commercial spine. West County Center anchors regional shopping, with additional restaurants and services along the corridor.
Neighborhood Character
Established Streets and Successive Eras of Growth
Des Peres includes early subdivisions such as Manhattan Heights, postwar neighborhoods including Harwood Hills and Royal Acres, and later infill and custom homes.
Photography: Pioneer Park in Des Peres by National Park Service (Public domain); Des Peres City Hall by Onegentlemanofverona (CC BY-SA 3.0); West County Center by Mike Kalasnik (CC BY-SA 2.0); Des Peres Presbyterian Church by LittleT889 (CC BY-SA 4.0).
Explore the Area
Get to Know Des Peres
Verified parks, landmarks and everyday destinations in and around Des Peres. Filter the list by category; the map shows the general area.
Des Peres Park
A 42.5-acre city park with a two-acre lake, trails, courts, fields and play areas.
Pioneer Park
A city park and historic site along Manchester Road.
The Lodge Des Peres
The city’s 74,000-square-foot indoor recreation center.
West County Center
A regional shopping center in the heart of Des Peres.
Manchester Road
The city’s principal commercial corridor and a historic Route 66 alignment.
Des Peres Presbyterian Church
A local landmark tied to the city’s long settlement history.
Des Peres City Hall
The center of municipal services and community government.
What You’ll Find
What Does Home Look Like to You?
Explore the mix of housing styles and price ranges available in Des Peres. Inventory changes continuously, so each card opens a live MLS search.
Market Snapshot
Des Peres Market Snapshot
$957,044
Median sale price
(+9.4% YoY)
8 days
Median days on market
$339
Median price per sq. ft.
105.3%
Average sale-to-list ratio
Source: Redfin, September 2026 (all home types); checked October 29, 2026. Median sale price, days on market and price per sq. ft. reflect the three-month period ending September 2026; sale-to-list is Redfin’s September 2026 average ratio. View current figures. These citywide figures are not an individual property valuation.
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Questions
Des Peres Home Search FAQs
Are these listings updated from the MLS?
Yes. The search displays participating brokerage inventory supplied through MARIS and updates as listing information changes.
Does the search include listings from other real estate companies?
Yes. Results are not limited to Coldwell Banker Premier Group listings.
How can I confirm the school district for a Des Peres property?
Addresses in Des Peres may be served by the Kirkwood or Parkway school districts. District and attendance boundaries can change and must be verified directly with the district for a specific property.
What makes Des Peres different from nearby communities?
Its unusually extensive park system, central West County location and mix of early, postwar and newer neighborhoods give Des Peres a scale and character different from larger neighboring cities.
What price range can I expect for a home in Des Peres?
Redfin reported a median sale price of $957,044 for the three-month period ending September 2026 (checked October 29, 2026). Individual properties vary by location, condition, size and housing type; use the live price-range searches above for current availability.
Can an agent help me sell a home in Des Peres?
Yes. A Coldwell Banker Premier Group agent can discuss current competition, positioning, marketing and the steps involved in preparing a Des Peres property for sale.
Local fact sources: city/community history, parks and recreation, and school information.
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