St. Louis County Custom Homes

Built around how you actually live.

The Manlin Company designs and builds custom homes across St. Louis County, from the first sketch of your floor plan to the day you unlock the front door.

The Manlin Company — Custom built. Personalized service.
50+
Years Building in STL
1965
Founded
1
Point of Contact, Start to Finish
100%
Custom Floor Plans
The Manlin Process

Four stages. One builder the whole way through.

Stage One

Meet & Consult

Your vision is unique, and our process starts by getting to know you. You'll meet directly with the builder, Mark Manlin, to dive deep into your ideas, goals, budget, and timeline — building a clear, tailored foundation before a single plan is drawn.

Stage Two

Tailored Design & Blueprint

With a thorough understanding of your priorities and preferences, we build a step-by-step custom development plan. Every specification, layout choice, and project milestone is structured around your unique lifestyle.

Stage Three

Building Process

This is where your vision comes to life. We make the construction phase an enjoyable, stress-free experience through clear communication and regular progress updates.

Stage Four

Move In

Welcome home! As you step into your new space, you'll see the highest standards of craftsmanship reflected in every detail. Our dedication to you doesn't end when we hand over the keys — we stand behind our quality with dependable, ongoing service and support long after cleanup.

Ready to start the conversation?

The first step is simple: a meeting with Mark to talk through your budget, your timeline, and what you're hoping to build.

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Exterior Style Ideas

Any style you can imagine.

Have a style in mind?

Bring us a photo, a Pinterest board, or just a feeling. We'll help you build it.

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Interior Finishes

Interior Finishes

Let's talk finishes.

Every interior detail, from cabinetry to tile, is chosen with you.

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Custom built. Personalized service.

The Manlin Company is a St. Louis area custom home builder with over 50 years of homebuilding experience. Since 1965, we've won countless Homer Awards for excellence in home building, while keeping the process personal: every project begins with a detailed conversation about how your family lives day to day, then translates that directly into a floor plan built for your lot, your budget, and your timeline.

Mark Manlin, owner of The Manlin Company Mark Manlin and family
A Family Company

50+ years of building, led today by Mark Manlin.

The Manlin Company has been building custom homes in the St. Louis area since 1965, earning countless Homer Awards for excellence along the way. It remains a family business in every sense: homes are built the same way you'd build one for your own family, with patience, honesty, and attention to the details that matter.

Today the company is led by Mark Manlin, who stays personally involved in every project, and the same values that guide his own family guide how we treat yours.

Since 1965

Communities we've built.

The Villas at Hilltop
The Villages of Winding Trails
Kehrs Mill Trails
The Willows
Bluesprings Lane
Chapel Oaks
The Villas at Woodland Creek
The Villas at Greystone
St. Louis County, Missouri

Deep experience across St. Louis County.

From wooded acreage in Wildwood to infill lots near Kirkwood, our familiarity with local municipalities, permitting requirements, and site conditions allows us to plan and build efficiently across the county.

Chesterfield
Wooded & walkout lots
Wildwood
Acreage & custom estates
Town & Country
Luxury infill
Ballwin
Family neighborhoods
Kirkwood
Established infill
Clayton
In-town rebuilds

50+ years building in St. Louis County.

Come meet the team and see if we're the right fit for your build.

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Homeowner Stories

What it's like to build with us.

The Manlin Company made the home building experience an enjoyable one. Mark was involved every step of the way, and the finished project was exactly what I had in mind, I couldn't be happier with my new home.
Shawn  ·  The Villas at Hilltop
I enjoyed building my home with The Manlin Company. From planning through construction, the process was easier than I'd originally anticipated. I had a pleasant experience and would recommend The Manlin Company without reservation.
Greg  ·  The Villas at Hilltop
I'm so glad I made the decision to move here, the space is perfect for me. Everyone who sees it thinks it is beautiful.
Phyllis  ·  The Villas at Hilltop
Thanks to you Mark, Jean and Ron for smoothing the road in the stressful time of building. The service you all provided was exceptional, and the attention to detail helped us sail smoothly through this journey. We are thrilled with our new home.
Ed & Celeste  ·  The Villas at Greystone

Ready to become our next story?

We'd love to hear about your project and how we can help.

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Why The Manlin Company

A team that builds like it's their own name on the house.

50+ Years of Stability

Since 1965 we've built through every kind of market. Joining us means joining a company with real staying power in St. Louis.

Recognized Craftsmanship

Our work has earned countless Homer Awards for excellence in home building. Craftsmanship isn't a slogan here, it's the standard.

Family-Run Culture

Led by Mark Manlin, the company is still small enough that you're known by name, not a number on an org chart.

Where We're Hiring

Areas we regularly bring people on.

Project Superintendent

On-site leadership for custom home builds across St. Louis County.

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On-Site Laborer

Hands-on work supporting the build crew on active job sites.

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Don't see the right fit? We're always glad to hear from people who care about quality work. Send a general note below.

Ready to introduce yourself?

Email your resume directly to Mark, or give the office a call. Every message gets a real reply.

Reach Mark Directly

Ways to start the conversation.

Call or Text

(314) 603-8683

Service Area

St. Louis County, MO

Have a lot, or still looking for one?

Either way, Mark is happy to talk through what's possible. Send an email or give a call, and expect a personal reply, not an automated one.

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