Areas We Serve
Property Management in St. Louis City
From brick two-families in South City to classic four-families and bungalows, we help St. Louis City owners keep older rentals leased, maintained, and compliant.
Local management
Managing St. Louis City rentals like our own
St. Louis City is its own independent city, separate from St. Louis County, and much of its rental housing is a century old or more. Solid brick construction is a big part of the appeal for residents, and it also means the systems behind the walls need an owner-minded manager watching them.
First Door manages single-family homes and small multifamily buildings across the city. We price each unit against current neighborhood demand, screen every applicant to the same written criteria, and keep maintenance moving with vendors who know older St. Louis housing, with no markup on their invoices.
City neighborhoods we work in
- South City neighborhoods like Bevo Mill, Dutchtown, and Carondelet
- Tower Grove South and the streets around Tower Grove Park
- St. Louis Hills, Princeton Heights, and Southampton
- Other city neighborhoods on request; ask us about your address
For owners
What St. Louis City owners should know
Older buildings need a plan
Tuckpointing, boilers and radiators, older wiring, and original plumbing are common in city rentals. We track them at every inspection so repairs are scheduled, not emergencies.
Small multifamily, one manager
Two-families and four-families are everywhere in the city. We lease and maintain each unit on its own schedule while keeping the whole building's upkeep in one plan.
Lead-safe practices
Most city housing was built before 1978, so the federally required lead-based paint disclosures go out with every lease, and we factor older paint into repair and renovation plans.
Full-service management in St. Louis City
- Rental pricing and listing marketing
- Self-showings and applicant screening
- Lease signing and move-in inspections
- Online rent collection and owner payouts
- Maintenance at vendor cost, with no markups
- Monthly statements and year-end reporting
Inspections & permits
Rental rules in St. Louis City
Every property in the City of St. Louis sits in a Housing Conservation District, so rentals are inspected by the City's Building Division before residents move in.
We handle the applications, meet the inspector, and line up any corrections, so permits never hold up a move-in. Local rules change, so we confirm the current requirements for every address we take on.
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Certificate of Inspection
Required before a vacant rental unit is occupied and whenever a rental unit changes residents, with reinspection at least every three years.
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What gets checked
A basic code inspection of the interior plus minimum exterior standards under the International Property Maintenance Code.
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Timing
Inspections can be scheduled from 3 business days to 15 days after applying, so we apply as soon as a move-out date is known.
FAQ
St. Louis City property management questions
Do you manage two-family and four-family buildings in the city?
Yes. Small multifamily buildings are a big part of the St. Louis City rental market, and we manage them alongside single-family homes, with reporting that breaks out each unit.
How do you handle maintenance on older city properties?
We document condition at move-in, move-out, and routine inspections, then send work to vetted local vendors at their cost, with no markup. Larger items like tuckpointing or boiler work are quoted and approved by you first.
Do I need an occupancy permit to rent out a home in St. Louis City?
Yes. The City requires a Certificate of Inspection before a rental unit is occupied and again when the unit gets a new resident. We apply for it, meet the inspector, and handle any corrections before move-in.
Is my neighborhood in your service area?
We cover most of St. Louis City. Send us the address and we'll confirm right away.
Other areas we serve
Questions? Let's talk
Tell us what you need—owners and residents welcome.
Share a few details about your property, your rental needs, or the support you're looking for. Our team will follow up quickly to answer questions, schedule time with you, or point you to the right resources.
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