NAI DESCO Represents Rhodes Development Company in Purchase of 1.35 Acres in St. Robert, Missouri
ST. LOUIS, MO (June 16, 2026) — NAI DESCO announced the successful closing of a 1.35-acre land acquisition located at 140 US Route 66 in St. Robert, Missouri.
NAI DESCO broker Bill Barnes and Peter Sheahan represented buyer Rhodes Development Company in the acquisition for a build-to-suit for Plaza Tire Service. The seller was represented by Jared Commercial Real Estate.
Located within St. Robert’s primary retail corridor near Interstate 44, the site offers strong visibility, accessibility and proximity to established neighboring retailers.
“The site was well located in the main retail corridor in St. Robert at the primary intersection off I-44,” said Bill Barnes, Principal at NAI DESCO. “This location provided excellent visibility for Plaza Tire on historic US Route 66 and strong cross access with neighboring retailers.”
Peter Sheahan, Co-President & Founding Principal at NAI DESCO, noted that retailers continue to prioritize locations with strong access and established traffic patterns.
“We continue to see retailers focus on well-located sites in established trade areas, and this property checked those boxes,” Sheahan said. “It’s a good example of the type of opportunities that continue to attract interest in today’s market.”
NAI DESCO continues to see sustained retail demand in strong trade areas throughout the region.
“We are seeing increased demand from national and regional retailers in established retail trade areas located off I-44,” Barnes added.
The transaction reflects continued investment in retail corridors where accessibility, visibility and established commercial activity remain key drivers for long-term site selection.
Broker Contacts
Bill Barnes
Principal
314.994.4081
wbarnes@naidesco.com
Peter Sheahan
Co-President & Founding Principal
314.994.4081
psheahan@naidesco.com
About NAI DESCO
NAI DESCO is a St. Louis-based commercial real estate firm specializing in brokerage, property management, and investment advisory services across Missouri and Central and Southern Illinois. Since 2000, the firm has built its reputation on delivering results, earning client trust, and maintaining long-term relationships across office, industrial, retail, medical, and investment properties.
As a member of NAI Global, NAI DESCO combines deep local market expertise with the reach of a worldwide network of more than 325 offices and 5,800 professionals, completing over $20 billion in transactions annually.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who represented the buyer in the St. Robert land acquisition?
NAI DESCO brokers Bill Barnes and Peter Sheahan represented Rhodes Development Company in the purchase.
Where is the property located?
The 1.35-acre property is located at 140 US Route 66 in St. Robert, Missouri, within the city’s primary retail corridor near Interstate 44.
What is planned for the site?
The property was acquired for a build-to-suit Plaza Tire Service location.
Who represented the seller?
The seller was represented by Jared Commercial Real Estate.
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