Jonathan Steele, Realtor

10/15/2026

Should you wait for interest rates to drop before buying a home? 🤔

Trying to predict where interest rates are headed is a little like guessing next week’s lottery numbers. You can make an educated guess, but nobody knows exactly what’s going to happen. And while lower rates could mean lower payments and more buying power, waiting could also mean higher home prices, less inventory, or more competition.

Instead of waiting and hoping the numbers fall in your favor, let’s look at your situation.

Deciding whether to wait is a personal choice based on your financial readiness, current market conditions, home prices, and what you can comfortably afford. As your real estate expert, I can help you understand those factors, weigh your options, and make an informed decision that makes sense for you.

I'm here to help. Let's walk through it, together! 📲

10/13/2026

Mr. Sting, Ladies and Gentlemen. In STL.

STING brings STING 3.0 to Stifel Theatre on October 17!

10/08/2026

🎃 Is there anything more quintessentially fall than a trip to the pumpkin patch?

This list of local pumpkin patches is your sign to grab a flannel, find the perfect pumpkin, and check a few fall traditions off your bucket list. 🍂



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🎃 Is there anything more quintessentially fall than a trip to the pumpkin patch?

This list of local pumpkin patches is your sign to grab a flannel, find the perfect pumpkin, and check a few fall traditions off your bucket list. 🍂 Check it out here: https://www.stlmag.com/family/st-louis-pumpkin-patches-fall/

Fall has arrived in St. Louis, and there may be no more quintessential autumn activity than walking through a pumpkin patch and picking the perfect orange gourd. The St. Louis region boasts plenty of places to do so, including these local farms full of activities for families eager to embrace the se...

10/01/2026

✨ Luxury isn’t just about the price tag. It’s about the details.

From architectural craftsmanship and thoughtfully considered materials to design that feels intentional at every turn, the little things can make a home feel truly exceptional. For luxury buyers, those details aren’t just nice extras. They’re part of what creates lasting value and makes a property stand apart.

As a Luxury Portfolio International® agent, I have access to a global network and elevated marketing opportunities designed to showcase extraordinary properties to the right audience.

Do you have a luxury property to sell? Let’s put the details in the spotlight. ✨

09/28/2026

"Elevating St. Louis", promotes our valuable resources and helps get that out to the rest of the world. At the latest meeting, we heard from the Gateway Arch Foundation, Paint Louis, and the Kranzberg Arts Foundation. I learned from Brian Walsh at the Gateway Arch Foundation, that the Arch Park is "the largest private investment in national park by locals, $380 million". Projects are on the works to address the Millennium Hotel with $670 million to develop housing and office space.

St. Louis is trying!

The Kranzberg Arts Foundation has partnered with the Gateway Arch Foundation and Paint Louis to incorporate what makes our city memorable such as the Arch and the Stadium, Grand Center or Key Boogie Bar saved from demolition. "Our public loves historical buildings...People want good food, and bands. We want to take on the infrastructure so arts can flourish". -Chris Hansen, KAF

These meetings aren't strictly city. Last topics included speakers from the Historical Society and Ad Council. They're held every few months, so I'll check back.

09/24/2026

Sometimes, the little things are doing more selling than the big-ticket upgrades. ✨

When buyers walk through a home, they’re not just evaluating finishes. They’re quietly imagining their morning routines, where they’ll gather with friends, and whether the space feels like it could become theirs. That emotional connection can be powerful, and it’s one of the reasons thoughtful preparation matters so much before a home hits the market.

The goal? Make it easy for buyers to see the life they could build there. 🏡

09/23/2026

Kinda chic to find your forever home. 💁‍♀️

Because the best part of real estate isn’t just finding a house you love, it’s finding the place where your people can grow, make memories, and truly feel at home. 🤍

Ready to find yours? I’d love to help you make the move from “just looking” to forever home.

09/22/2026

August numbers are in and it's no surprise that things slowed down at the end of summer. Word at the sales meeting is a balancing in the market with some really nice properties till going quick.

09/16/2026

This is the kind of thing that I like to see going on. "Elevating St. Louis" hosts meetings to inform and inspire. I'll be there tomorrow ready to hear all about it.

"Explore how arts, culture and public spaces create belonging, inspire civic pride and shape the future of St. Louis.
Creating a strong region is about more than buildings, businesses, and infrastructure - it’s about creating places where people feel connected, inspired, and proud to belong.
The next installment of RedKey Realty Leaders’ Elevating St. Louis series explores the importance of creating a sense of place in our region and how arts, culture, and public spaces shape the way people experience, connect with, and invest in a community.
This conversation will examine how the arts serve as a powerful driver of civic pride, economic development, neighborhood vitality, and regional identity. From transformative public spaces to cultural institutions and creative organizations, we will explore how intentional investment in arts and culture helps create communities people don’t just visit - but choose to call home.
Featuring leaders who are helping shape St. Louis’ cultural landscape, this conversation will explore what it takes to build a stronger sense of place and how our region can more intentionally understand, celebrate, and promote the unique assets that make St. Louis extraordinary.
Just as cities across the country have become known for the experiences and identities that define them, St. Louis has an opportunity to elevate the incredible arts, culture, history, and creativity already woven into our communities.
Together, we will discuss how creating a sense of place strengthens civic pride, attracts talent, supports neighborhoods, and contributes to long-term economic growth."