Business Details
36 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Property Management Partner in St. Louis
Deca Property Management was founded in 1990 with a mission to redefine property management standards in St. Louis. As a family-owned business, we prioritize the needs of property owners and residents through personalized service and local expertise. With over 35 years of experience managing 1,400+ residential and commercial properties, our dedicated teams handle leasing, maintenance, accounting, and HOA management. Our collaborative approach combines licensed professionals, certified technicians, and specialized departments to ensure comprehensive care for every property.We maintain transparency through real-time owner portals and uphold ethical practices through memberships in NARPM and Missouri REALTORS. Our community involvement extends to founding Lifting Up STL, a nonprofit supporting at-risk families in St. Louis.
Services
Residential Management
Commercial Management
HOA Management
Maintenance Services
Leasing Services
Accounting Services
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 35+ years of St. Louis property management expertise
- BBB A+ rated with 4+ stars from Google
- Licensed property managers with 75+ combined years experience
- 24/7 emergency maintenance availability
- Guaranteed workmanship on all maintenance services
Associations and certifications
- Missouri Real Estate Commission
- National Association of Residential Property Managers (NARPM)
- Better Business Bureau (BBB)
What people say
Professional service
Timely responses
Effective management
Reliable maintenance
Expertise
Services
Residential Property Management
We manage single-family homes, multi-family units, and apartment buildings with comprehensive services including tenant screening, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting. Our 35+ years of local expertise ensures maximum returns while maintaining property value through regular inspections and preventative maintenance. Our licensed team handles all aspects of property operations while keeping owners informed through real-time online portals.
Commercial Property Management
Specializing in office buildings and retail spaces from 800-10,000 sq ft, we provide tailored management solutions for commercial properties. Our services include lease administration, tenant relations, maintenance coordination, and financial reporting. With 20+ years of commercial experience, we implement customized plans to meet investment goals while maintaining compliance with all regulatory requirements through regular property assessments.
HOA Management
We provide full-service homeowners association management including financial administration, rule enforcement, maintenance coordination, and community communication. Our team handles day-to-day operations, budget planning, and long-term community development while maintaining transparent communication between boards and residents. We ensure compliance with governing documents and local regulations through detailed documentation and regular property inspections.
Maintenance Services
Our in-house maintenance team offers 24/7 emergency response and scheduled maintenance for all property types. Services include HVAC repair, plumbing, electrical work, painting, carpentry, and seasonal preparations. We guarantee all workmanship and maintain quality through regular technician training. Preventative maintenance programs help preserve property value while our vendor network ensures competitive pricing for specialized services.
Leasing Services
We implement targeted marketing strategies across 50+ platforms to minimize vacancies through competitive pricing analysis and professional property presentations. Our comprehensive tenant screening includes credit checks, criminal background checks, and rental history verification. We handle lease execution, move-in coordination, and ongoing tenant communication while ensuring compliance with fair housing regulations through regular staff training.
People
Steve Young
President and CFO
Steve Young leads Deca's family of companies with 30+ years in property management. Licensed by Missouri Real Estate Commission, he also serves on multiple community boards including Lifting Up STL and Lindbergh Schools Foundation.
Martin Carr
Broker-Officer
Marty Carr oversees commercial operations with Missouri Real Estate Commission licensing since 1989. He serves on Affton Chamber of Commerce board and multiple civic groups, bringing deep local market knowledge to commercial clients.
Angela Velazquez
Maintenance Manager
Angela Velazquez manages maintenance operations with 15+ years at Deca. She focuses on improving communication and efficiency while maintaining industry involvement through St. Louis Apartment Association and community volunteering.
Chris Beckerle
Maintenance Supervisor
Chris Beckerle supervises maintenance staff with 18 years construction experience and OSHA certification. He ensures high service standards through 5 years managing Deca's maintenance team and ongoing technician training.
Justin Alford
Maintenance Supervisor
Justin Alford brings 25 years construction experience to his field supervision role. OSHA certified with vocational welding training, he provides technical expertise and training to maintenance technicians across the St. Louis service area.
Questions
What property types do you manage?
We manage single-family homes, multi-family units, apartment buildings, and commercial properties up to 10,000 sq ft including office and retail spaces.
How do you determine rental pricing?
We perform comparative market analyses using current data to set competitive prices that maximize returns while ensuring quick tenant placement.
What maintenance services are available?
Our 24/7 maintenance team handles emergency repairs, preventative maintenance, HVAC servicing, plumbing, electrical work, and seasonal preparations.
Do you offer HOA management services?
Yes, we provide full-service HOA management including financial administration, rule enforcement, maintenance coordination, and community communication.
How can owners access property information?
Owners access real-time data through our online portal including rent collections, expense reports, lease details, and maintenance tracking.
What areas do you service?
We serve St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles County, and Jefferson County with local market expertise.