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Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Real Estate Solutions
Gershman Commercial Real Estate has served the St. Louis market for over 75 years as the longest-standing independently owned firm in the region. Our locally based leadership team empowers employees to operate with an ownership mindset, prioritizing client value through personalized service. With over 6 million square feet under management, we combine scale with entrepreneurial agility to address client needs across brokerage, property management, project management, and asset management.Our specialists deliver tailored solutions for owners, investors, and occupiers of commercial properties, leveraging deep market knowledge and a commitment to innovation. Backed by a 24/7 emergency maintenance team and a history of industry recognition, we maintain strong tenant relationships while maximizing operational performance through best practices.
Services
Brokerage
Property Management
Project Management
Accounting
Maintenance
Asset Management
Investment Sales
Tenant Representation
Construction Management
Market Research
Highlights and features
- We have over 75 years of continuous service in the St. Louis commercial real estate market
- Our locally based leadership team operates with an ownership mindset for client benefit
- We manage over 6 million square feet of commercial properties regionally
- Our 24/7 emergency maintenance team ensures rapid response to critical issues
- We combine scale with entrepreneurial agility to address client-specific needs
Services
Brokerage Services
Our brokerage team specializes in commercial real estate transactions across office, retail, industrial, and medical properties. We provide market analysis, valuation advisory, and negotiation services for both owners and tenants. With expertise in portfolio administration and marketing strategy, we deliver customized solutions that align with client investment goals and occupancy requirements.
Property Management
We manage over 6 million square feet of commercial properties using industry best practices. Our services include tenant relations, financial reporting, capital planning, and risk management. The team ensures operational efficiency through preventive maintenance programs, energy monitoring systems, and 24/7 emergency response capabilities for all property types.
Project Management
Our construction management team handles projects from design review to close-out. Services include budget analysis, contractor coordination, quality control inspections, and due diligence assessments. We ensure timely delivery and cost efficiency while maintaining compliance with safety standards and building codes across all project phases.
Accounting Services
We provide comprehensive property accounting solutions including budget preparation, accounts management, and tax coordination. Our local team delivers detailed financial reports with rapid turnaround times, supporting informed decision-making through variance analysis, cash management tracking, and operating expense auditing.
Maintenance Services
Our certified technicians offer 24/7 emergency maintenance and preventive care programs. Services cover HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and lighting systems with automated work order tracking. We implement energy efficiency monitoring and security planning while maintaining vendor coordination for optimal building operations.
People
Chris Fox
Managing Partner
With over 75 years of combined experience, Chris leads strategic initiatives and maintains our entrepreneurial culture while overseeing major client relationships and business development efforts.
Burt Follman
Senior Vice President
As a SIOR and CPM designee with decades of local market expertise, Burt specializes in complex property transactions and portfolio management strategies for institutional investors.
Theresa Biermann
Director of Marketing
Theresa manages brand strategy and digital marketing initiatives, leveraging market analytics to develop targeted campaigns that enhance property visibility and client engagement across platforms.
Tim Hessel
Project Manager
Tim oversees construction projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to budgets and timelines while coordinating contractors and maintaining compliance with all regulatory standards.
Michelle Hill
Property Accountant
Michelle manages financial operations for commercial properties, specializing in budget preparation, expense analysis, and tax appeal coordination to optimize property performance and investor returns.
Questions
What commercial real estate services do you offer?
We provide brokerage, property management, project management, accounting, maintenance, and asset management services for office, retail, industrial, and medical properties.
How long have you served the St. Louis market?
We've been operating continuously for over 75 years, making us the longest-standing independently owned commercial real estate firm in the St. Louis metro area.
Do you manage properties outside St. Louis?
While our headquarters are in St. Louis, we manage properties across Missouri including Chesterfield, Maryland Heights, Creve Coeur, and select national locations for specific portfolios.
Is emergency maintenance available after hours?
Yes, our certified technicians provide 24/7 emergency response for critical building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and security issues.
