Craig Ziegel is a trusted real estate professional serving the Greater St. Louis metro area, and Metro East, Illinois. With 14 years of experience, Craig has built a reputation for consistency, leadership, and results. His dedication to excellence has earned him multiple industry honors, including Realtor of the Year in 2015 and recognition as an eXp Icon Agent in 2021, 2022, 2023, and 2025. Clien
ts and peers alike value his deep market knowledge, strategic guidance, and straightforward approach. Craig brings a unique perspective shaped by real-life experience. He has personally navigated every stage of homeownership, from first-time buyer to move-up buyer and downsizer, giving him a genuine understanding of the transitions his clients face. That experience allows him to guide families with clarity and empathy while helping them make decisions that align with both their lifestyle and long-term goals. His approach is consultative rather than transactional, focused on building trust and lasting relationships. Community involvement is an important part of Craig’s business and personal life. For the past eight years, he and his team have organized an annual Thanksgiving food drive with past clients and business partners, providing meals to 12 to 14 families in need each year. He also supports local animal shelters, reinforcing his belief that success is most meaningful when it creates a positive impact beyond the closing table. Outside of real estate, Craig is a self-described cigar and bourbon enthusiast who enjoys attending tastings and bringing people together around shared interests. He is currently helping launch the Oak & Ember Society, a local networking group centered on ci**rs, bourbon, and meaningful connections. At home, Craig is surrounded by a lively family that includes seven children, fifteen grandchildren, three dogs, and a bearded dragon. That full house keeps him grounded and reminds him every day that real estate is ultimately about people, family, and the places they call home.
