@Adam Luepke Yes, there are plenty of more affordable rental opportunities in MO.

The best areas to consider include East Point, West End, Kirkwood, Decatur (outside city limits), and Marietta, each offering a balance of affordability, appreciation, and rental demand.

It's got everything to do with people just not be able to afford it, even if they wanted to.

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It’s just more than I can afford, and I don’t want to offend you with a low offer.”

If its a Class C I'd go for a more affordable unit, there's no point in putting in more money than you have to. 

California is just not affordable for us, but we still loved living here.

It's risky, but you need to consider the possibiity for sure.

Zillow Senior Economist Orphe Divounguy nailed it when he said mortgage rates have a massive impact on affordability.

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