Buying a Home in Hazelwood, MO
What it actually costs to buy in this established St. Louis County suburb — real prices, monthly payments, income needed, and the local rules most buyers don’t know. From a local broker, not a national average.
What it costs to buy in Hazelwood
Hazelwood’s median sale price is about $191,434 — below the St. Louis County median. Here’s a rough monthly picture at that price:
20% down · 30-yr fixed
What you’d need to afford it
At Hazelwood’s median, a typical buyer needs roughly $35,000–$45,000 in household income (less with more down, more if you carry other debt). Want to see where your budget actually reaches across St. Louis? Explore the affordability map to compare Hazelwood with every nearby community.
Hazelwood by the numbers
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2024 5-year.
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Living in Hazelwood: what buyers should know
The feel
Hazelwood is a North St. Louis County city near the I-270 and I-170 corridors, home to major employers and the James J. Eagan Center, served by the Hazelwood School District. Housing is largely mid-century ranches and two-stories, with newer subdivisions on the city's northern and western edges.
Schools
Hazelwood is served by the Hazelwood School District. For factual, source-based ratings, review the district’s Missouri DESE report card or its GreatSchools profile as you weigh your budget.
Local rules most buyers miss
Occupancy inspection & permit: Hazelwood requires a residential occupancy inspection and permit before a new occupant moves in. Inspections and permits are handled through the city's Public Works Department. Confirm current requirements with the City of Hazelwood Public Works (314-513-5034).
Property taxes: Missouri assesses homes at 19% of market value, and your bill depends on Hazelwood’s combined St. Louis County and school-district levies. Taxes are a real line in your payment here — don’t estimate from a national calculator.
Good news: Missouri has no real-estate transfer tax, so that’s one closing cost you won’t pay.
How Hazelwood compares to nearby communities
Median sale prices for Hazelwood and its immediate neighbors (Redfin, May 2026):
| Community | Median price |
|---|---|
| Hazelwood | $191,434 |
| Florissant | $188,050 |
| Ferguson | $129,714 |
| Bridgeton | $292,241 |
| St. Ann | $168,038 |
Prefer a different price point? Compare Hazelwood with the neighbors above, or see them all on the map →.
Buying in Hazelwood with Better Rate Mortgage
We’re a St. Louis broker — we know Hazelwood’s inspections, its taxes, and what it takes to win a home here. For qualified buyers, our $5,000 Seller Guarantee can make your offer stand out in a competitive Hazelwood market by giving sellers extra confidence your financing will close.
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Sources & disclaimers. Median home prices: Redfin Data Center, 3-month sales-weighted average, as of May 2026. Payment and income figures are illustrative estimates for general education only, assume an illustrative rate and typical St. Louis County tax/insurance, and are not Better Rate Mortgage’s actual rates or a commitment to lend; your terms depend on your application. Confirm occupancy-inspection and permit requirements with your local building department. Reviewed by Sean Zalmanoff, Founder & Chief Loan Officer, Better Rate Mortgage (NMLS #239823). Company NMLS #2401335. Equal Housing Lender. Basemap © OpenStreetMap contributors, © CARTO.
