Downtown St. Louis/soulard area rental market

[Patrick Queensen]

New to investing. Currently have property in South Hampton and am looking to expand. I was curious if anyone has any insight into the soulard/downtown area of St. Louis? Looking at properties for sale, it seems most properties have been sitting on the market for months or even years. I know the stigmas of downtown, but I haven't seen stuff sit like this. Seeing anyone has insight before taking any steps towards buying a rental in that area.