Sara Paynter

Co-Founder & Broker Associate & REALTOR®

As one of the Co-Founders of Desara Lane, Sara brings a drive to deliver exceptional service and develop long lasting relationships. Her background includes a 25-year career working in relocation, real estate and executive search. Sara serves as Desara Lane's Broker Associate. As a native St. Louisan who was relocated to New York City, Tulsa, and Houston, she knows the value of a good real estate and relocation advocate when moving. As a Realtor and Broker Associate, she is passionate about helping others find their perfect home and community.

Why Real Estate?

There are so many reasons to love being in real estate and relocation. Each day is something new, and you never stop learning. The people and their stories have to be my favorite, though. Everyone has a story, and each one fascinates me. It’s the people I meet, that I would otherwise not have known, and the life stories they share with me that I love, love, love the most about my job.

What do you love most about St. Louis?

St. Louis is so much more than the Gateway Arch. Not only is it a beautiful city; it has friendly people, a strong music and art scene, amazing restaurants and great shopping. While many of us were born here, (Where did you go to high school?), many others have found themselves falling in love with the city’s charm during a visit. I’ve lived in New York City, Tulsa, Houston, and Kansas City, but I always come home to St. Louis!

Personal Interests

BA in Biology & Minor in Marketing from Rockhurst University
Native of St. Louis living in Wildwood, Missouri
Full time Real Estate Agent & Broker Associate
Member of the National Human Resources Association (Past President, Membership Director and Job Exchange Chair)
Member of the St. Louis Association of Realtors
Member of the St. Louis Employee Relocation Council
Active Alumni Member from Incarnate Word Academy
Volunteer at Five Acres Animal Shelter
Wife, mom of two girls and a dedicated “dog mom”