St Louis Real Estate News

A Satirical Look at Cut-Rate Real Estate Models—and Why Smart Agents Still Matter

[Opening: Observational Humor with a Mission]

You ever notice how people will spend hours reading Amazon reviews for an $18 waffle maker but choose a real estate agent—or worse, skip one entirely—because “the website made it easy”?

Lately, a growing number of online platforms are pitching a new real estate model: a one-stop shop where you can get pre-approved, pick a house, choose an agent, and close the deal without ever leaving your couch—or, let’s be honest, putting on pants.

It sounds convenient. Until you realize the Continue Reading →

After 38 years in real estate, I’ve seen the same pattern again and again: vacant homes don’t just look empty—they feel empty. And they don’t sell as well.

When buyers scroll through listings online, they’re not just looking for square footage or appliance brands—they’re looking for a feeling. They want to imagine their life in the space. And that’s nearly impossible when a home is empty, stark, and echoing.

Without furniture, every flaw screams louder. Wall dings, floor scratches, awkward corners—they stand out because there’s nothing else to catch the eye. There’s no warmth, no sense of scale, and no Continue Reading →

If you want to understand the heart of a city, don’t just study the map — listen to the voices shaping the conversation. In St. Louis, those voices are increasingly coming from local influencers who are not just entertaining followers, but reflecting the dynamic, diverse spirit of our neighborhoods.

Whether you’re relocating, upsizing, or just considering your options, tapping into the content created by St. Louis’s most-followed personalities can give you a front-row seat to the lifestyle vibe that no MLS listing can capture.

Here are 10 standout social media figures helping to define St. Louis right now — and Continue Reading →

There are homes that you sell, and then there are homes that you carry.For me, 211 Midland was never just a listing. It was a story — and a continuation of one that started long before I ever stepped foot inside its hand-cut limestone walls.

Originally built in 1905 by John L. Miers — a streetcar magnate when Creve Coeur Lake was the weekend escape for St. Louisans — this grand estate stood as a symbol of an era. Designed by the renowned firm Barnett, Haynes & Barnett, it rose up from nearly 10 acres of untouched countryside, dressed in Continue Reading →

January 2025 saw the lowest average number of showings before a home went under contract in over a decade—just 12 showings per pending sale. This marks a significant shift in the St. Louis real estate market, signaling strong demand and motivated buyers. To put this in perspective, the average number of showings needed in January has historically ranged from 13.1 in 2024 to as high as 15.9 in 2022 and 15.8 in 2015. This downward trend suggests that buyers are acting quickly and decisively, making it a prime time for sellers to enter the market.

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The St. Louis real estate market has experienced significant fluctuations over the past 25 years, highlighted by two notable peaks that suggest a “double bubble” phenomenon. The trend chart, based on a rolling 12-month sales data, captures these market dynamics clearly. The first peak in 2005 saw home sales reach approximately 38,039 units, coinciding with the national housing bubble. This peak was followed by a substantial decline, with sales dropping by about 25.5% by 2008. The second peak occurred in 2021, with home sales climbing to around 43,058 units, driven by low interest rates and shifts in housing demand due Continue Reading →