Moving to St. Louis? Start Here.
Whether you’re relocating across Missouri or across the country, this is where you get to know the region, explore real communities, and start planning your move with local Coldwell Banker Premier Group agents at your side.
Where Are You In Your Move?
Not everyone researching St. Louis is ready to call an agent today — and that’s okay. Here’s a good next step no matter where you’re starting from.
Just Researching
Getting to know St. Louis for the first time? Start by exploring the communities that make up the metro — from walkable inner-ring suburbs to quieter areas farther out.
Planning My Move
Moving in the next few months? Start narrowing down locations, comparing your current city to St. Louis, and getting a feel for logistics before you commit.
Ready to Find a Home
Actively house hunting? Search current St. Louis listings or connect with a local agent who can guide your search from wherever you are today.
Find Your Place in St. Louis
“St. Louis” isn’t one type of place — it’s a metro made up of dozens of distinct communities, each with its own mix of housing styles, settings and price points. The right fit comes down to what matters most for your move.
Housing Style
Historic brick homes, new construction, condos, ranches and everything in between.
Price Range
Inventory spans a wide range of price points across the metro’s many communities.
Urban vs. Suburban
From dense, walkable city neighborhoods to spacious suburban and rural settings.
Commute & Corridors
Access to major highways like I-64, I-44, I-70 and I-270 shapes day-to-day life.
Lot Size & Setting
Compact city lots, established suburban yards, or acreage farther from the core.
Walkability
Some communities center on walkable main streets; others are more spread out.
Proximity to Amenities
Shopping, parks, dining and services vary by community and location.
Housing Inventory
What’s currently available shifts by area, season and price range.
South County
West County
St. Charles County
North County
Franklin County
See What’s Available Around St. Louis
Once you have a feel for the area, browse real-time listings across the metro — by neighborhood, city, ZIP code or MLS number — using our full property search.
Buying From Another City? We Can Make St. Louis Feel A Lot Closer.
A lot of the people who reach out to us aren’t in St. Louis yet. A local Coldwell Banker Premier Group agent can help you get oriented long before moving day, including helping you:
- Understand the geography and layout of the greater St. Louis metro
- Compare communities based on what matters most to your move
- Narrow down housing options and current inventory before you arrive
- Coordinate a home search remotely, including video and virtual showings
- Plan an efficient in-person home-search visit
- Navigate the buying process from another city or state, start to finish
See How Your Current City Compares to St. Louis
Curious how your cost of living, home prices or day-to-day expenses stack up? Our Move Meter tool lets you compare your current location to St. Louis side by side.
Why Work With Someone Local?
Coldwell Banker Premier Group has been part of the St. Louis real estate community since 1995, with agents who live in and around the communities they serve. We’re not here to sell you on St. Louis — we’re here to help you understand it, at your pace.
Big Bend / Richmond Heights
Serving Central St. Louis County
Concord / South County
Serving South St. Louis County
Washington, Missouri
Serving Franklin County
Relocation FAQ
How do I start figuring out where to live in St. Louis?
Start by exploring St. Louis communities based on things that matter to your move — housing style, price range, commute and setting. Our communities page is organized by area of the metro to help you get oriented.
Can I search for and tour St. Louis homes while living out of state?
Yes. You can browse current listings anytime through our property search, and a local agent can arrange video walkthroughs or virtual showings before you’re able to visit in person.
How early should I contact a real estate agent before moving to St. Louis?
Earlier is usually better, even if you’re months away. Connecting early gives your agent time to help you understand the area, track inventory and plan around your timeline.
Where can I compare different St. Louis communities?
Our St. Louis Area Communities page groups communities by region across the metro, so you can compare areas as you narrow down where to focus your search.
Can I compare St. Louis with the city I’m moving from?
Yes — our Move Meter tool lets you compare your current city to St. Louis to get a sense of how the two locations stack up.
How can a local agent help with a long-distance move?
A local agent can help you understand the geography, compare communities, monitor inventory and coordinate showings remotely, then help you plan an efficient in-person visit when you’re ready.
Whether you’re still comparing communities or ready to tour homes, we’re here when you’re ready.
No pressure, no pop-ups — just local guidance whenever you want it.
