State report

Real Estate Investing in Missouri

3 Missouri metros covered, ranked by the MDR investor score. Average gross rent yield: 7.20%. Average YoY: +1.1%.

Tenancy
landlord-friendly
Foreclosure
non-judicial, ~60-120 days
Assignment
permitted
Income tax
state income tax up to 4.95%
All markets

Missouri ranked by MDR investor score.

# Market Median YoY Yield Score
01 St. Louis $186k +0.2% 8.88% 76
02 Kansas City $253k +0.9% 6.83% 68
03 Springfield $245k +2.1% 5.90% 67
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FAQ

Investing in Missouri.

Is Missouri a good state for real estate investing in 2026?

Across the 3 Missouri markets we cover, average gross rent yield is 7.20% and average YoY appreciation is +1.1%. Landlord-friendly tenancy posture, foreclosure timeline ~60-120 days, state income tax up to 4.95%. St. Louis is our top-scoring Missouri market at 76/100.

What are Missouri's landlord-tenant laws like?

Missouri is landlord-friendly. The foreclosure process is non-judicial, ~60-120 days. state income tax up to 4.95%.

Is wholesaling legal in Missouri?

Wholesale assignment is permitted in Missouri. Always confirm current disclosure and licensing requirements with a local attorney before structuring deals.

What is the best city to invest in in Missouri?

Based on our composite investor score, St. Louis scores highest among Missouri markets at 76/100. Median home value $186,427 with 8.88% gross rent yield.

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