Sunset Hills City Property Records in Missouri

Sunset Hills is a southwest St. Louis County suburb in Missouri, known for its residential neighborhoods along Gravois Road and Watson Road. Property documents are held by county offices in Clayton, with local permit records at city hall.

The St. Louis County Recorder of Deeds records deeds, deeds of trust, easements and releases for Sunset Hills parcels. The St. Louis County Department of Revenue maintains assessments, ownership data and real estate tax collection. Court cases involving title or foreclosure are in the St. Louis County Circuit Court. Building and zoning records are available through the City of Sunset Hills, and historical state records are held by the Missouri State Archives.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$133,895
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$522,300
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$5,327
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
1%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$3,454 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
83%
Population
Population:
9,113

Sunset Hills Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section covers reported crime in Sunset Hills, grouped into violent crimes and property crimes. The violent crime figures include murder, robbery, and assault. The property crime figures include total property crimes, burglary, and motor vehicle theft.

Sunset Hills recorded 0 murders, 2 robberies, and 5 assaults in the reported violent crime data. The city logged 110 total property crimes, including 3 burglaries and 12 motor vehicle thefts.

These counts show how many incidents were reported in each category, which helps readers understand the types of crime reported in Sunset Hills. Because the figures reflect reported incidents only, they do not capture every crime that occurred in Sunset Hills.

Robberies
Robberies:
2
Burglary
Burglary:
3
Murder
Murder:
0
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
12
Theft
Theft:
95
Assault
Assault:
5
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
0

What Is the Population Profile of Sunset Hills

Sunset Hills's population is mostly White, at 92% (8,408 residents), followed by residents of two or more races at 4% (327) and Hispanic residents at 2% (154). Asian residents make up 1% (127) and Black residents 1% (97). Residents of other races, American Indian residents, and Pacific Islander residents are each recorded at 0%.

White
92%
8,408
Two + Races
4%
327
Hispanic
2%
154
Asian
1%
127
Black
1%
97
Other Race
0%
0
American Indian
0%
0
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Sunset Hills, Ratings Compared Across Missouri A

Sunset Hills's ratings cover several aspects of life in the city. The highest-rated categories are Public Schools (A), Health & Fitness (A), and Access to Restaurants (A). Other notable ratings include Good for Families (A), Nightlife (B+), and Housing (B), while Cost of Living and Commute each received a B-. These ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
A
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
A
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A-
Nightlife
Nightlife
B+
Weather
Weather
B-
Commute
Commute
B-
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
A-
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
C+
Good for Families
Good for Families
A
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B+
Housing
Housing
B
Jobs
Jobs
A-
Walkability
Walkability
B

How Educated Is Sunset Hills

Sunset Hills's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (38%), Masters Degree (17%), and High School (13%). The data also includes other available education levels.

Bachelor Degree
38%
Masters Degree
17%
High School
13%
Some College
11%
Associate Degree
6%
Doctorate
3%
Below High School
2%

When Were Homes Built

Sunset Hills's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (31%), followed by 1980 - 1999 (24%) and 2000 - Present (22%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1960 - 1979
31%
1980 - 1999
24%
2000 - Present
22%
1940 - 1959
20%
Before 1939
3%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Sunset Hills's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 4 Bedrooms (36%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (35%) and 2 Bedrooms (16%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

4 Bedrooms
36%
3 Bedrooms
35%
2 Bedrooms
16%
5 or More Bedrooms
8%
1 Bedroom
5%
No Bedrooms
1%

What Is the Average Age

Sunset Hills's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (28%), 45 - 54 (15%), and 55 - 64 (14%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
28%
45 - 54
15%
55 - 64
14%
10 - 17
12%
35 - 44
11%
Under 10
8%
18 - 24
8%
25 - 34
5%

Property Market Trends at Sunset Hills

Sunset Hills's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $522,300. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $3,454 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Sunset Hills's dynamic real estate landscape.

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