With budgets already stretched thin along with higher interest rates, today’s buyers are more selective than ever regarding homes they’re willing to purchase. They don’t want to get stuck with a home they’ll need to sink even more money into after closing. In fact, according to a recent report from Zillow, buyers are willing to pay up to 4% more (an average of $13,000 for the average American home) for a move-in-ready listing that doesn’t need renovations or repairs. 

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Homeowners who locked into near-3% interest rates during 2020–2021 are now hesitant to sell, because it means buying another property that could require a 6% rate or higher. This “mortgage lock-in effect” is causing many would-be sellers to stay put, which means a smaller housing supply in St. Louis — and fewer options for eager buyers. 

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Everyone knows that buying a house is expensive, but few buyers are well-aquainted with the laundry list of expenses involved. Even if you’ve saved up for a nice down payment on your home, you’ll still have to consider all of the hidden costs to budget in before going through with the purchase.

Here’s a look at some of the costs buyers encounter when buying a house, and some tips for staying within budget.

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Every buyer has a dream neighborhood or dream home, but not everyone has a dream budget. If you’ve been driving by houses for sale that you can’t afford — and feeling defeated — it may be time to figure out what it is that makes it appealing to you. Chances are, there’s a neighborhood in St. Louis that offers something similar to what you desire for a more manageable price. 

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Figuring out where to live in St. Louis can be complicated, especially for newcomers. It might be hard for some to wrap their head around the fact that the city itself is small (with a population of about 280,000), but has 79 distinct neighborhoods, each with its own name and vibe. 

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If you’re thinking about buying or selling a home in St. Louis anytime soon, you’re in luck, as St. Louis was recently named one of the hottest housing markets of 2025 by Zillow. With homes selling in less than a month on average, it pays to have a solid strategy whether listing your home or making your next offer. 

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