University City, MO
Commercial Real Estate Market Trends & Data

$139 Avg asking sale price
$304 Avg asking lease rate
12,416 SF Avg unit lease size
28,419 SF Avg building size for sale
10.00% Average cap rate

University City's Demographic Profile

University City has 16,243 households and a median income of $68,940, providing context for rent absorption and tenant demand across retail and multifamily assets. A -1% five-year population trend is a key signal for evaluating long-term demand in this market.

Key Demographic Metric Value
Population 35,346
# Households 16,243
Median age 38
Median household income $68,940
Avg household size 2.0
Renter-occupied housing units 8,167
5-year population change -1%

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Nearby Office Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Clayton $180 18,220 SF 7.92%
Richmond Heights $131 23,319 SF 7.92%
Nearby Retail Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size
University City $167 9,125 SF
Clayton $185 9,127 SF
Richmond Heights $167 11,336 SF
Olivette $166 3,200 SF
Overland $166 3,200 SF
Nearby Multifamily Markets Avg Cost/SF Typical Size Cap Max
Clayton $259 46,725 SF 6.40%
Richmond Heights $189 63,026 SF 6.40%
Normandy $94 70,000 SF 6.80%

Commercial Properties For Sale in University City

The listings below reflect how current market pricing and building scale translate into active opportunities available today.
For Sale

7404 Bland Ave

Saint Louis, MO 63105

  • 2,500 SF Office Building
  • $599,000
For Sale

Viking Wholesale Paint

Pagedale, MO 63133

  • 26,000 SF Industrial Building
  • $460,000
For Sale

The Cabanne

Saint Louis, MO 63112

  • 23,466 SF Multifamily
  • $1,673,285
For Sale

8129 Page Ave

Saint Louis, MO 63130

  • 2,200 SF Retail Building
  • 10.00% Cap Rate
  • $310,000
For Sale

6300 Etzel Ave

Saint Louis, MO 63133

  • 78,552 SF Industrial Building
  • $1,500,000
For Sale

500 S Brentwood Blvd

Clayton, MO 63105

  • 3,500 SF Office Building
  • Price Upon Request

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Nearby Commercial Markets

Comparing nearby markets helps investors see whether University City pricing and building scale sit above, below, or in line with surrounding areas.

Commercial Markets Avg Cost/SF Average Size
University City $139 28,419 SF
Clayton $199 29,439 SF
Pagedale $23 107,859 SF
Vinita Park $198 2,200 SF
Wellston $27 173,439 SF

Multifamily Properties For Sale in University City

For Sale

The Cabanne

Saint Louis, MO 63112

  • 23,466 SF Multifamily
  • $1,673,285

Regional Demographic Comparison

This comparison places University City alongside nearby cities to show how population size, household counts, and income levels differ across the region. Viewing these markets side by side helps investors understand whether local demand and income characteristics are concentrated in University City or distributed across surrounding areas.

City Population # Households Age Median Household Income Avg Household Size Renter Occupied Housing Units Five Yr Pop Growth %
University City 35,346 16,243 38 $68,940 2 8,167 -1%
Clayton 18,054 6,163 31 $128,283 2 2,769 -1%
Pagedale 3,207 1,367 39 $24,899 2 808 5%
Vinita Park 1,769 761 38 $38,597 2 425 -1%
Wellston 2,761 985 32 $34,744 3 612 10%

Disclaimer: The figures on this page reflect LoopNet's active commercial listings in University City, MO and update as inventory changes. Averages can shift between periods or vary across property types depending on the mix of listings available at a given time, so individual metrics may not reflect broader market trends. These figures are best used as directional benchmarks for early market evaluation. For comprehensive commercial real estate data and analytics, subscribe to CoStar.

FAQs About Commercial Investing in University City

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Is University City a good market for a first-time commercial real estate investor?

University City offers commercial properties across a wide range of sizes and price points. By reviewing the market data and benchmarks on this page, first-time investors can better understand what a typical commercial property looks like before committing capital and narrowing in on specific listings.

How can this market data help me decide whether to buy commercial property for my business in University City?

The pricing and size metrics on this page help business owners compare the cost of ownership against leasing in University City. Typical building sizes and asking prices provide a starting point for evaluating space needs, budget fit, and long term occupancy costs before engaging lenders or brokers.

What should conservative investors focus on when evaluating commercial properties in University City?

Conservative investors often prioritize manageable deal sizes, stable pricing ranges, and cap rate benchmarks shown for University City. These metrics help assess whether current market conditions support steady income potential without relying on aggressive assumptions.

How does University City compare to nearby commercial real estate markets?

Nearby market comparisons highlight differences in pricing, building scale, and cap rate ranges relative to University City. Reviewing these side by side helps experienced investors identify relative value, pricing premiums, or alternative markets that may better align with return targets.

How can this page support early-stage deal screening for University City acquisitions?

This page provides high-level benchmarks for pricing, deal size, and observed cap rates in University City, which are useful for initial market filtering. Institutional and data-driven investors often use these signals to prioritize listings that meet size, pricing, and return thresholds before deeper underwriting.

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