About Hilliker Corporation
Hilliker Corporation brokers: Guides along the path to success.
Moving at the Speed of Business
Business owners and real estate investors are accustomed to changing markets. They rarely find themselves in the same situation twice. For most, it’s that constant day-to-day variation that drives them to do what they do.
Being able to make their way through the unknown and play by their own rules is their source of motivation.
Does that sound like you?
If it does, you probably know that with growth comes complexity. Few can stay on top of everything. Many decisions require professional consultation from outside disciplines. To keep up with the speed of business — and to maintain agility over time — forward-thinking entrepreneurs surround themselves with a great team.
When it’s time to add a commercial real estate company to that team, most are looking for:
- A partner who strives to maintain the same degree of excellence you expect from yourself.
- An organization that combines deep experience with up-to-the-minute market knowledge.
- A company with a broad enough base to stay with you as you grow.
That’s Hilliker Corporation: the entrepreneur’s choice for Commercial Real Estate.
St. Louis’s Commercial Real Estate Leaders
Founded by Ben Hilliker in 1985, we are St. Louis’s number one local commercial real estate firm, helping entrepreneurs buy and sell more properties than any other brokerage firm in the region. Our brokers know the Bi-State submarkets inside and out. We’ve each cultivated our professional networks, our home-grown knowledge, and our reputation over our combined decades of service.
Our agents care about making St. Louis a better place to live and work. We put that care into action by helping entrepreneurial business owners like you grow your platform. Then, we watch as you grow the regional economy.
Because of these core values, we’ve become the entrepreneur’s choice, from Columbia, Missouri, to Illinois’s Metro East. In partnership with our sister company, Westwood Lease Advisors, Hilliker Corporation works with a broad range of clients.
Entrepreneurs and Business Owners
No matter your needs — office, retail, warehouse, industrial, or institutional — we can help you find the perfect space for your business. Then we’ll professionally negotiate a lease or purchase that works for you.
It’s what we do every day.
Landlords and Property Owners
Whether you want to be hands-off or enjoy being intimately involved in your property, we will customize a program that accounts for your distinctive needs:
- Tenant acquisition
- Lease negotiation
- Management services
… at all levels of engagement.
Investors and Landowners
We are your consultative experts, helping you:
- Make strategic acquisitions.
- Market and sell your property.
- Navigate 1031 and 1033 exchanges with cutting-edge knowledge regarding tax-deferral processes.
- Invest in Triple-Net (NNN) Properties, enabling a steady stream of stable revenue for years to come.
Schools, Houses of Worship, Community Centers, and Non-Profits
You make our city more beautiful and sustainable. We take our work with you seriously, providing you with expert service to help you achieve your goals as you do good work for our city.
In our over 30-year history, we’ve brokered the sale of over 200 church and school buildings in the metro area. Through it, we’ve learned to be mindful of the unique circumstances that surround your organization. Whoever you are, we tailor our services to meet your specific needs.
Guiding You through the Real Estate Lifecycle
Commercial real estate needs change as you grow — both personally and professionally. Hilliker Corporation knows that, and we’ve seen thousands through the three phases of their Real Estate Lifecycle.
STARTUP
In a business’s early days, when anything is possible, few can be sure what’s ahead. The next three to five years of growth, income, and change are too hard for many to predict. We get it. We help STARTUPs find a lease or purchase that can flex with growth while staying within budget. We look for what makes sense for your business right now but will set you up for future success.
And as you grow and transition through other leased properties, we’ll help you see your business flourish via well-negotiated contracts and well-chosen locations.
GROWTH & MATURITY
As business owners find their footing, they often tire of paying rent to someone else. In the GROWTH & MATURITY phase, we guide entrepreneurs through the process of buying property that will make sense for them immediately and will allow them to prosper in the future.
In this phase, you need a partner who:
- Educates you concerning market trends and pricing
- Doggedly searches for the right property with you
- Negotiates the best possible win-win deal, seeing the process through to completion, no matter what it takes
- Maintains relationships with officials in regional municipalities
- Understands and can help guide you through local codes, procedures, and ordinances
- Can locate and acquire quality, credit-worthy tenants for unused space
- Expertly manage your property, allowing you to work on your business instead of your building
EXIT
When you reach the end of your career, how do ensure a steady income into the future? How do you find property that will allow you less active management but more consistent income?
At Hilliker Corporation, we have an answer.
Partnering with our sister company, Westwood Lease Advisors, we help clients sell their business property, roll their money through a 1031 Exchange, and purchase Triple-Net Properties (NNN).
Triple-Nets are the “easy button” of real estate investing. Occupied by high-quality and credit-worthy tenants, they are 100% responsible for the management of the property. And if that tenant decides to move on, Westwood can assist you in locating a replacement tenant or buyer.
Your job? To reap the rewards of a lifetime of smart real estate decisions. Our job? To make sure you prosper for years to come.
We Are the Entrepreneur’s Choice
When you choose a real estate broker for your next transaction, look for someone:
- Who has an entrepreneurial mindset.
- Who knows St. Louis intimately.
- Who can guide you throughout your career, from STARTUP, through GROWTH & MATURITY, and all the way through your EXIT strategy.
At Hilliker, this is who we are.
If you’re ready to enter the next phase of your Real Estate Lifecycle, schedule an appointment with a Hilliker Commercial Real Estate Broker today.
Why Hilliker Corporation FAQ's
Hilliker Corp - The St. Louis Commercial Real Estate Experts You Can Trust
Who is Hilliker Corporation?
Hilliker Corporation is a St. Louis–based commercial real estate firm providing brokerage, advisory, and transaction services across office, industrial, retail, land, and investment properties. For 40 years, Hilliker has helped businesses and property owners make informed real estate decisions rooted in local expertise.
What makes Hilliker different from other commercial real estate firms?
Hilliker combines deep local market knowledge with long-standing client relationships. The firm emphasizes strategy, transparency, and long-term outcomes, focusing on what’s right for the client, not just the transaction.
How long has Hilliker been active in the St. Louis market?
Hilliker has been active in the St. Louis commercial real estate market for 40 years, with brokers who bring multi-generational experience and a deep understanding of how the region has evolved over time.
What types of clients does Hilliker work with?
Hilliker works with business owners, investors, developers, landlords, tenants, and institutional clients. Clients range from local, family-owned companies to national and regional organizations with a presence in the St. Louis market.
Does Hilliker specialize in certain property types?
Hilliker brokers specialize across major commercial asset classes, including industrial, office, retail, medical, land, and investment properties. This specialization allows clients to work with brokers who understand the nuances of their specific property type.
How does Hilliker help clients navigate complex market conditions?
Hilliker provides market insight, financial analysis, and strategic guidance tailored to each client’s goals. This includes evaluating timing, lease structures, pricing trends, and long-term implications—especially during changing market conditions.
Does Hilliker represent both landlords and tenants?
Yes. Hilliker represents landlords, tenants, buyers, and sellers. The firm assigns brokers based on experience and alignment with the client’s objectives to ensure informed representation and effective negotiation.
How does Hilliker approach client relationships?
Hilliker prioritizes long-term relationships over short-term wins. Many clients work with the firm across multiple transactions over years or even decades, relying on consistent advice and market knowledge as their needs evolve.
What role does local knowledge play in Hilliker’s approach?
Local knowledge is foundational to Hilliker’s work. Understanding municipal zoning, submarket trends, infrastructure, and neighborhood dynamics allows the firm to identify opportunities and risks that may not be visible at a surface level.
How does Hilliker support owner-users and growing businesses?
Hilliker helps owner-users align real estate decisions with business strategy—whether that means leasing, purchasing, expanding, consolidating, or repositioning property to support long-term growth.
Does Hilliker assist with investment strategy?
Yes. Hilliker advises investors on acquisitions, dispositions, and asset positioning by evaluating cash flow, tenant strength, lease structure, and long-term market fundamentals.
What can clients expect during a transaction with Hilliker?
Clients can expect clear communication, thoughtful guidance, and an organized process from start to finish. Hilliker brokers manage negotiations, due diligence, and coordination while keeping client priorities front and center.
How does Hilliker stay informed on market trends?
Hilliker brokers actively track local transactions, lease activity, pricing trends, and economic indicators. This real-time market awareness allows the firm to provide relevant, actionable insight rather than generalized advice.
Is Hilliker involved in the St. Louis community?
Hilliker has deep roots in the St. Louis community and maintains long-standing relationships with local businesses, municipalities, and organizations contributing to a strong understanding of how real estate impacts the region.
How can Hilliker help me get started?
Hilliker begins by understanding your goals, challenges, and timeline. From there, the firm provides guidance on next steps, whether that’s evaluating options, understanding the market, or preparing for a future transaction.Commercial real estate includes properties used for business purposes, such as office buildings, industrial warehouses, retail centers, medical facilities, and investment properties. In St. Louis, this often includes flex space, distribution facilities, and owner-occupied buildings.