Have you noticed the telltale signs that Spring has sprung? Temps are warmer, flowers are blooming, and real estate agents are hosting local open houses! As a potential buyer, open houses provide a low-pressure opportunity to see what’s available and hopefully find your forever home.
Hey neighbors — if your 2025 property assessment notice from St. Charles County left you a little confused (or frustrated), you’re not alone. Many Dardenne Prairie homeowners are seeing updated values that don’t seem to match what’s really happening in the market.
Let’s break down how your assessment is calculated, what it impacts (hint: property taxes), and how to take the next step if something seems off.
If you’re 62 or older and own a home in St. Charles County, this is for you: you may be eligible to freeze your county property taxes starting in 2025. That means your county taxes won’t go up again—no matter how much your home value increases. This program helps seniors age in place with peace of mind and long-term savings. Let’s break down who qualifies, how to apply, and what to double-check when your next assessment arrives.
One thing is certain in Missouri and Illinois: we love spending summers on the water. So whether you’re selling a lake house at Innsbrook or in the Ozarks, or a cottage on the river in Grafton, chances are that buyers will be lining up to take a look.
Welcome to Sugar, Spice, and Real Estate Advice — your go-to video series for Dardenne Prairie real estate tips, market updates, and community fun!
Whether you're preparing to sell, thinking about buying, or just curious about the Dardenne Prairie housing market, these 12 quick videos deliver the insights you need to feel confident and connected in the process.
Millennials, also known as Gen Y, are typically split into two age groups. Younger millennials are between 25 and 33, and older millennials are aged 34 to 43. While it’s likely that a 25-year-old will have a different budget and preferences than a 43-year-old, there are many similarities in what they want in a home.
Whether you’ve recently relocated to St. Louis or are a long-term resident of the area, you’re likely tired of being cooped up all winter. Now that the weather is warming up, it’s a perfect time to explore all there is to do outdoors in St. Louis. We’ve compiled a list of the most popular area parks, where you’ll find everything from playgrounds to lakes and running trails — something for everyone in your household.
As the outdoor world wakes up from its long winter nap, we humans often start to feel the need for a fresh start. Sometimes this results in spring cleaning, and other times it can be a more dramatic change–like buying or selling a house. If you’re leaning toward the latter option, you can (and should) start preparing to sell your house well before the warm weather arrives.
Springtime is traditionally thought of as “home-buying season.” It just so happens that it’s also time to file your taxes and hopefully get a refund. According to statistics from tax year 2022, roughly two-thirds of taxpayers received refunds, with an average amount of $3,200. For anyone saving up to buy a house, this is welcome news. You can definitely use that tax refund for a down payment. There are also some other ways to use the money you get back that can help make buying your next home a bit easier.
There is no denying that the preferences of home buyers can vary widely. One person might be looking for a quiet single-family home with a big private yard for gardening and entertaining, while another person might want to be in a more walkable area in the hustle and bustle of a city.
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