The metro east real estate market experienced a slight decline in home prices in January 2026, with homes selling for a median price of $180,000. This marks a 2.70% decrease from January 2025, when the median sold price was $185,000. Additionally, the January 2026 median price represents a 6.25% drop from December 2025, which saw a median sold price of $192,000.
Despite the decrease in sold prices, the median list price in January 2026 rose to $215,000, a 4.88% increase from $205,000 in January 2025. The number of home sales in the metro east also saw a modest increase, with 452 homes sold in January 2026, up 1.80% from 444 in January 2025.
For a detailed visual representation of these trends, refer to the chart below, available exclusively from MORE, REALTORS®. This data provides valuable insights for those interested in the St. Louis, MO real estate market and highlights the dynamic nature of the metro east housing landscape.