Oakville, Missouri
South County Living, Between Two Rivers.
A large, established South St. Louis County community bordering the Mississippi and Meramec rivers, with bluff-top parks and schools entirely within the Mehlville School District.
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The Community
Life in Oakville
Bluff-top river views, two county parks, and schools entirely within one district.
Parks & Recreation
Bluff-Top River Views at Cliff Cave Park
Oakville borders both the Mississippi and Meramec rivers, and Cliff Cave County Park’s limestone bluffs offer sweeping views over the Mississippi along with wooded hiking trails — one of South County’s best-kept outdoor spots, minutes from home.
More Green Space
Bee Tree County Park
A quieter, lake-centered county park a short drive from Oakville’s neighborhoods, popular for walking and fishing.
Schools
Entirely Within the Mehlville School District
Oakville belongs entirely to the Mehlville School District (R-9), with Oakville High School and Oakville Middle School serving the area, plus three private Catholic grade schools.
Location
South County, Between Two Rivers
About 18 miles south of downtown St. Louis, Oakville borders both the Mississippi and Meramec rivers in what locals call South County — one of the area’s larger residential communities.
Photography: Mississippi River at Cliff Cave County Park by Kbh3rd (CC BY-SA 3.0); Cliff Cave County Park by LittleT889 (CC BY-SA 4.0); Bee Tree Lake by Christian Collins (CC BY-SA 2.0).
Get Oriented
Get to Know Oakville
From Cliff Cave’s river bluffs to the Telegraph Road corridor.
Cliff Cave County Park
Limestone bluffs with sweeping Mississippi River views and wooded hiking trails.
Bee Tree County Park
A lake-centered county park popular for walking and fishing.
Oakville High School
The Mehlville School District high school located within Oakville.
Oakville Middle School
Serves Oakville-area students within the Mehlville School District.
St. Louis County Library – Cliff Cave Branch
A branch of the county library system located in Oakville.
St. Louis Community College – South County Center
A STLCC education and university center off Meramec Bottom Road.
Telegraph Road Corridor
South County’s main commercial corridor, with everyday shopping and dining.
Mississippi & Meramec River Access
Oakville borders both rivers at their confluence area in South County.
Find Your Fit
What Does Home Look Like to You?
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Under $300,000
Condos & Compact South County Homes
Oakville-area condos, attached homes and smaller ranches offer a different starting point from larger detached subdivisions. Compare association costs with the upkeep of a freestanding South County house.
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$300,000–$450,000
Established Oakville Ranches
Brick ranches and traditional subdivision homes are a useful starting point across established Oakville neighborhoods. Compare main-floor layouts with finished lower-level space and the actual size of the yard.
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$450,000–$650,000
Larger Two-Story & Updated Homes
Larger traditional houses and more extensively updated resales broaden the Oakville search. Floor plans, garage space and homesites vary across the subdivisions around the Telegraph Road corridor.
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$650,000+
Custom & Higher-End Oakville Homes
Larger custom houses and upgraded properties expand the upper end of the Oakville-area market. Compare the homesite and construction details with the established ranch and two-story housing elsewhere in South County.
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By the Numbers
Oakville Market Snapshot
$384,817
Median sale price
(+6.9% YoY)
6 days
Median days on market
$173
Median price per sq. ft.
102.4%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Oakville, MO?
Redfin reported a median sale price of $384,817 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.
What school district serves Oakville, MO?
Oakville belongs entirely to the Mehlville School District (R-9), including Oakville High School and Oakville Middle School, along with the St. Louis County Special School District.
Is Oakville, MO a good place to live?
Oakville is one of South St. Louis County’s larger residential communities, with roughly 36,300 residents at the 2020 census, bordering both the Mississippi and Meramec rivers with access to Cliff Cave and Bee Tree County Parks.
Is Oakville a city or part of St. Louis County?
Oakville is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) in St. Louis County, Missouri, about 18 miles south of downtown St. Louis.
What parks are near Oakville, MO?
Cliff Cave County Park, with bluff-top Mississippi River views and hiking trails, and Bee Tree County Park, centered on a lake, are both in the Oakville area.
What ZIP code is Oakville, MO?
Oakville is in ZIP code 63129.
