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St. Louis 2026 U.S. Real Estate Market Outlook Midyear Review
August 4, 2026 10 Minute Read
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Executive Summary
Office
- Large-block demand is building in St. Louis as delayed real estate decisions convert into active searches for high-quality space
- Prime availability is critically constrained, concentrating competition in Clayton and driving spillover demand into West County
- Prime assets in Clayton are positioned to outperform, with rent trends expected to reflect the widening quality divide
Industrial
- Bulk leasing will regain momentum in the second half of 2026, supported by data center investment and returning large-user demand
- A new construction cycle is taking shape in proven submarkets, with shovel-ready developers positioned to respond to accelerating demand
- Rents holding steady in well-located bulk assets
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