Koplar Properties

What Koplar Properties does

Koplar Properties is a privately held, family-owned real estate development company headquartered at 50 Maryland Plaza in St. Louis, Missouri, and is a subsidiary of Koplar Enterprises. The company develops, owns, and manages a portfolio of luxury residential, mixed-use commercial/retail, and upscale hospitality properties concentrated in the St. Louis metropolitan area — primarily the Central West End, downtown Clayton, and Des Peres submarkets. Core assets include the Maryland Plaza mixed-use development (60,000 sq ft office, 20,000 sq ft retail), The York House (33 luxury apartments), the 192-room AC Hotel Central West End, the 207-room AC Hotel Clayton with the High Bar Clayton rooftop venue, and two in-development projects: Magnolia Ridge (182 units) and the 30-story Albion West End tower (305 units, completion 2027). The Koplar family has operated in St. Louis real estate since the 1920s, when founder Sam Koplar established The Koplar Company; the business is now led by third-generation president Sam Koplar.

The company's revenue model combines one-time development economics (ground-up construction, adaptive reuse, property sales) with recurring streams from long-term retail/commercial leasing at Maryland Plaza, residential rents at York House, and hotel operations under the Marriott AC Hotels brand via management agreements with Concord Hospitality Enterprises. Residential pricing at comparable properties ranges from $1,850 to $4,000+ per month. Strategic co-development partnerships extend the firm's execution capacity: Albion Residential and Clayco on Albion West End, Homebase Properties on both AC Hotels, with Pacific Life Insurance providing construction financing. Distribution is regional and direct — the firm leases and operates its own buildings rather than selling at scale — and marketing is primarily through a corporate website supplemented by earned media in St. Louis Business Journal, St. Louis Post-Dispatch, and St. Louis Magazine.

The technology underpinning the business is conventional real estate development and property management, with no proprietary AI, software, or data products disclosed. The competitive moat rests on (1) the Koplar family's century-long brand reputation in St. Louis real estate, (2) ownership of trophy locations in supply-constrained premier submarkets, and (3) a curated tenant mix that produces foot-traffic spillover between properties. Customer concentration is moderate and diversified across hotel guests (transient, via Marriott distribution), residential renters, and a multi-tenant retail/office base that includes national brands such as Brilliant Earth, Kendra Scott, Bonobos, and Suitsupply. The company is operationally active with no publicly disclosed financials.

Name

Koplar Properties

Legal name

Koplar Properties

Website

https://koplarproperties.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1920

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Koplar Properties is a family-owned St. Louis real estate developer (since the 1920s) that develops, owns, and manages luxury residential apartments, mixed-use retail/office space, and Marriott AC Hotels across the Central West End, Clayton, and Des Peres submarkets.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Luxury Real Estate Development

NAICS

Residential Property Managers (531311), Real Estate Property Managers (53131), Real Estate and Rental and Leasing (53)

SIC

Operators Of Nonresidential Buildings (6512), Real Estate Dealers (For Their Own Account) (6532)

akta.pro primary industry

Multifamily Apartment Property Management (BPAJAFAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Mixed-Use Property Management (BPAJAGAE)

Keywords

• Luxury real estate development
• Commercial property leasing
• Residential apartment rentals
• Hotel property development
• Mixed-use development

Headquarters

HQ city

Saint Louis

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Infrastructure, Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Real Estate Development: Ground-up development and adaptive reuse of commercial, retail, and residential properties. Revenue generated through property sales, equity returns, and long-term ownership.
2. Commercial and Retail Leasing: Long-term leasing of retail and commercial spaces to tenants at Maryland Plaza and other properties. Provides steady rental income stream.
3. Residential Property Management: Management of luxury residential apartments including The York House with amenities such as private bar for residents.
4. Hotel Development and Operations: Development and co-ownership of hotel properties including AC Hotel Clayton and AC Hotel Central West End. Revenue from hotel operations managed by Concord Hospitality.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Koplar Properties is a St. Louis-based real estate development company that develops, owns, and operates premium residential, commercial, retail, and hospitality properties in the St. Louis metropolitan area. Its portfolio includes luxury apartment buildings (The York House, Magnolia Ridge, Albion West End), Marriott-branded hotels (AC Hotel Central West End, AC Hotel Clayton), the Maryland Plaza mixed-use complex, and the High Bar Clayton rooftop destination. The company engages in ground-up development, adaptive reuse of historic structures, and long-term property ownership and management.

Product overview

Koplar Properties is a St. Louis-based real estate development company specializing in residential, commercial, and hospitality properties. The company operates a portfolio of distinct property types including luxury apartment buildings (The York House, Albion West End, Magnolia Ridge), hotel properties (The AC Hotel Clayton, The AC Hotel Central West End), and mixed-use commercial/retail spaces (Maryland Plaza). The company also develops destination venues such as High Bar Clayton rooftop bar. Projects range from historical restorations (York House) to new ground-up developments (Magnolia Ridge, Albion West End), with most properties located in the Central West End of St. Louis and Clayton.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Albion West End A 30-story, 305-unit luxury apartment tower under development at 4974 Lindell Blvd in the Central West End, developed by Koplar Properties in partnership with Albion Residential. Planned amenities include approximately 340 parking spaces, two ground-floor retail spaces, a 10,000-square-foot lobby, co-working spaces, a fitness facility with spin and yoga rooms, and a rooftop deck with sports lounge and stargazing room. Targeted at high-income professionals and executives seeking upscale urban living near Forest Park.
• Magnolia Ridge A 182-unit luxury apartment complex at 13431 Manchester Road in Des Peres, Missouri, representing the city's first-ever multifamily residential development. Features include ground-floor retail, a coffee shop, a state-of-the-art fitness center, co-working spaces, and a west-facing subterranean swimming pool. Targeted at high-income renters seeking upscale suburban living with rents starting at $1,850 per month.
• The AC Hotel Clayton An 11-story, 207-room upscale AC Hotel by Marriott at 227 S. Central Ave. in downtown Clayton, developed by Koplar Properties in partnership with Homebase Properties and operated by Concord Hospitality Enterprises. Features the High Bar Clayton rooftop bar, AC Lounge, AC Kitchen, and over 3,000 square feet of meeting space with panoramic views of the St. Louis skyline. Targeted at business and leisure travelers visiting the Clayton business district.
• The AC Hotel Central West End A 7-story, 192-room AC Hotel by Marriott built by Koplar Properties at 215 York Ave. in the Central West End, erected on the former KPLR studio grounds. The 94,300-square-foot property features modern amenities including a cutting-edge fitness center with Peloton, meeting spaces, European-inspired culinary offerings, and art from local and renowned artists. Targeted at business and leisure travelers, including Marriott Bonvoy loyalty members.
• The York House A landmark residential building on Lindell Boulevard featuring 33 luxury apartments. Originally built in 1922 as the Chase Apartments, the building was gut-renovated in 2012 for $12 million and now represents one of St. Louis' premier luxury apartment offerings, with finishes and layouts among the finest in the region. Targeted at high-income professionals and executives.
• Maryland Plaza A mixed-use development in the Central West End featuring 60,000 square feet of Class A office space and 20,000 square feet of street-level retail. Revitalized in 2004-2006 for $20 million and recognized with the 2007 Central West End Renaissance Award, Maryland Plaza is home to a curated mix of luxury boutiques (Brilliant Earth, Kendra Scott, Bonobos, Suitsupply), restaurants (Edera Italian Eatery, Maryland House by Brennan's), and entertainment venues, serving both retail and office tenants in St. Louis' premier shopping district.
• High Bar Clayton Clayton's only permanent rooftop bar and restaurant, situated atop the AC Hotel Clayton. Features craft cocktails named after St. Louis landmarks (Gateway Sunrise, Riverfront Breeze, Forest Park Fizz, Arch-Itect's Manhattan, Soulard Sangria), small plates with locally sourced ingredients, an indoor-outdoor central bar with panoramic views of downtown Clayton and St. Louis, and an industrial-chic design with rustic metals, brick, and reclaimed barn wood. Targeted at hotel guests, local professionals, and visitors seeking a destination gathering spot.

Quantifiable outcome

• Maryland Plaza successfully returned to being St. Louis' top destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment after 2006 redevelopment

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• ClaycocoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2025Design-build firm added to Albion West End project. Clayco founder Bob Clark provided support. St. Louis-based construction and design firm.
• Albion ResidentialcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2022Chicago-based real estate firm partnering with Koplar Properties on the Albion West End 30-story, 305-unit luxury apartment tower at 4974 Lindell Blvd. in Central West End. Project valued at $145 million.
• Midas ConstructioncoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 1 January 2022St. Louis-based contractor serving as general contractor for AC Hotel Clayton project.
• Concord Hospitality EnterprisescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021Hotel management company operating AC Hotels in St. Louis. Largest operator in the AC Hotel chain. Manages both AC Hotel Clayton and AC Hotel Central West End.
• Homebase PropertiescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2018Missouri and Montana-based developer specializing in residential, Class A office, hotel and mixed-use projects. Co-developer of AC Hotel Clayton and AC Hotel Central West End.
• Marriott InternationalcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2018Franchisor for AC Hotel brand. Koplar Properties develops hotels under AC Hotels by Marriott franchise.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Marriott International: Franchisor of the AC Hotel brand that Koplar uses for both hotel properties. Indirect peer as the upstream brand and franchise system enabling Koplar's hospitality development platform.
• Greystar Real Estate Partners: Largest multifamily property manager and developer globally with significant St. Louis presence. Direct comparable in residential property management scale, though operates nationally with institutional capital.
• Lincoln Property Company: Diversified real estate developer and third-party property manager with significant multifamily and mixed-use operations. Comparable to Koplar in luxury multifamily management and development, with national scale.
• Camden Property Trust: Multifamily REIT operating luxury apartment communities across U.S. Sunbelt and Midwest markets. Comparable in multifamily development and asset management, with public-market capital access.
• AvalonBay Communities: Public REIT developing, acquiring, and managing luxury apartment communities in high-density markets. Comparable to Koplar's multifamily development and management operations, with a deeper institutional capital base.
• Equity Residential: Public REIT focused on luxury urban apartment communities in gateway U.S. markets. Comparable to Koplar in luxury multifamily positioning, though with a national portfolio and significant institutional capital.

Direct peers

• Albion Residential: Chicago-based multifamily developer and co-developer partner with Koplar on the Albion West End 30-story tower. Closest current peer based on direct joint venture activity and shared luxury multifamily development focus in urban Midwest markets.
• Concord Hospitality Enterprises: Hotel management company and the largest operator in the AC Hotel chain. Manages both AC Hotel Clayton and AC Hotel Central West End for Koplar. Direct peer in the operational hospitality segment of Koplar's portfolio.
• Homebase Properties: Missouri and Montana-based developer of residential, Class A office, hotel, and mixed-use projects. Co-developer of both AC Hotel Clayton and AC Hotel Central West End with Koplar, making it a direct peer in luxury Midwest mixed-use development.

Regional players

• Mid-America Asset Management: St. Louis-based commercial real estate management firm specializing in retail and mixed-use properties. Regional peer in the same metro market, managing commercial properties that compete with Koplar's Maryland Plaza for tenants.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/koplar-properties

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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