Ballwin, Missouri

At A Glance

Population (2020): 31,103 

Zip Code(s): 63011, 63021, 63022, & 63024

Area Code: 314

Average Home Sale Price:  $378,157

History/Overview

Ballwin is a St. Louis, Missouri, suburb located directly to the west of the city. Once a small farming community, Ballwin is now home to a variety of suburban neighborhoods and large corporate offices. 

The city’s most notable feature is the historic Ballwin Opera House, which was constructed in 1879 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, the Ballwin community is best known as the location of the St. Louis Cardinals’ minor league affiliate, the State Farm Cardinals.

Location

Ballwin, Missouri is located in St. Louis County and it is the 65th largest city by population within the State, with a population of over 31,103. Ballwin is roughly 25 miles west of St. Louis city with a drive time of about 35-minutes. 

Schools

Ballwin, Missouri is home to many great schools within the Parkway and Rockwood Districts. Some of these schools include: 

Parkway District

• Claymont Elementary School
• Henry Elementary School
• Oak Brook Elementary School
• Sorrento Springs Elementary School
• Parkway West High School

Rockwood District

• Ballwin Elementary School
• Westridge Elementary School
• Woerther Elementary School
• Selvidge Middle School
• Marquette High School

There’s also a private Catholic school that services children from Pre-K through eighth grades called Holy Infants School. 

Top Employers

Ballwin is home to many large corporations that are great places to work. Some of the top employers in Ballwin include: State Farm, Rockwood Animal Hospital, Ballwin Dental, St. Louis Cardinals, and the Ballwin Police Department. 

The Cardinals are the city’s most notable employer and are the primary reason for Ballwin’s baseball-related name. The team’s Class A affiliate, the State Farm Cardinals, has served as a springboard for many of today’s Major League Baseball stars and has been one of the most successful minor league teams in all of professional baseball.

Crime

The crime rate in Ballwin, Missouri is very low when compared to the national average. In fact, the FBI ranks Ballwin as one of the safest places to live in Missouri. The city has a police department and a municipal court. The police department patrols the city and operates from the city hall building.

Parks

The Ballwin parks are great places to spend a sunny afternoon. The city has several parks that encompass almost two square miles of land. The parks include Vlasis Park, The Point, Ferris Park, Reber Park, Holloway Park, Ballwin Sports Complex, and the Joe Marcell Field. The Ballwin Sports Complex is the home of the city’s minor league baseball team and includes a stadium, field, and practice field.

Noteworthy Places

Next time you find yourself in Ballwin, MO be sure to check out these noteworthy places: 

• Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park
• The Bacon Cabin
• Cabanne House
• Magic Chef Mansion
• Ulysses S Grant Historic Site
• Lincoln Douglas Square

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