Maplewood bungalow

Starter or downsize home with personality. The front porch is small but usable, and the backyard is fenced for pets.

One-car garage keeps snow off the car; street parking is usually available for guests. You can walk to Maplewood coffee shops and quick dinners.

Metrolink access makes downtown commutes doable without fighting highway parking. Price point here is lower than Ladue—filters on the listings page help buyers compare bands quickly.