We Buy Houses in St. Louis, Missouri
KASA Acquisitions has closed deals on properties with St. Louis addresses, and our team works in Missouri. Sell as-is with no repairs, no agent commissions and no obligation.
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- No agent commissions or closing costs
- No repairs or cleaning
- No obligation to accept
Selling a House in St. Louis
Older homes
Many St. Louis-area homes are decades old. Roof, foundation, plumbing and electrical repairs can make a traditional listing difficult, so an as-is sale can be worth comparing.
Know your jurisdiction
We buy in both the City of St. Louis and St. Louis County. The city is separate from the county, and many addresses that say St. Louis sit in a county municipality. Rules and offices depend on where your property actually is, so check your tax bill if you are unsure.
Inspections and code issues
Many area municipalities require an occupancy inspection or permit when a property changes hands. If you have a notice or are unsure, tell us the address and we can talk through it.
Helpful guides: inherited houses, code violations, major repairs.
Your Options for Selling a House in St. Louis
Most St. Louis homeowners we talk with are choosing between three paths. There is no single right answer, and we will tell you which one we think fits your house.
- List with an agent. Usually the best price for a house that is updated and ready to show. Expect repairs, showings, an occupancy inspection in many municipalities, and agent commissions.
- Sell directly for cash. We buy the house as it sits, pay the closing costs and let you pick the closing date. You give up some price in exchange for speed and certainty.
- Novation. For houses in decent shape, we can sign an agreement, handle cosmetic updates and marketing, and you receive the agreed price when it sells on the open market. It takes longer than a cash sale but can net more.
What Affects a Cash Offer in St. Louis
Our offer starts with what the house will be worth after repairs, then subtracts the work it needs and our costs to hold and resell it. In St. Louis, a few local factors come up again and again:
- City or county. The City of St. Louis has been independent of St. Louis County since 1876, and the county is split into roughly 90 municipalities. Each sets its own inspection and permit rules, which affects timelines and repair costs.
- Age of the house. Brick homes built before 1950 are common here. Tuckpointing, old wiring, galvanized plumbing and basement water are the repairs we price most often.
- Occupancy inspections. Many municipalities require an inspection or occupancy permit when a house changes hands. When we buy as-is, we take on that process.
- Liens and city bills. Unpaid water, trash or vacant-building fees can show up in the title search. They are usually paid from the sale proceeds at closing.
How Closing Works in St. Louis
We close through a local title company. The title company searches for liens, prepares the paperwork and handles the money, so you never pay us anything. Missouri does not charge a state real estate transfer tax, and when you sell to us we cover the normal closing costs. If the property is in an estate, probate for city addresses runs through the 22nd Judicial Circuit and county addresses through the 21st Judicial Circuit. An attorney can confirm who has authority to sign.
Questions St. Louis Sellers Ask
Do you buy in North County and South City?
Yes. We have bought in Florissant and work across North County, South City and the rest of St. Louis County. Tell us the address and we will let you know quickly.
Can I sell if the house has tenants?
Yes. We can buy with tenants in place. Bring us the lease and rent details and we will explain how the sale would work for them and for you.
What if I already moved out of state?
Many of our sellers do not live nearby. The title company can usually handle signing by mail or with a mobile notary, so you may not need to travel.
