1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Des Peres, MO (27 Rentals)

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1924-1969 Greenglen Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

1924-1969 Greenglen Dr

1924-1969 Greenglen DrKirkwood, MO 63122
Furnished
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Rose Hill House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Hill House

225 W Rose Hill AveKirkwood, MO 63122
Senior Living
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Concordia House
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Concordia House

111 E Woodbine AveKirkwood, MO 63122
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Kirkwood House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kirkwood House

385 S Taylor AveKirkwood, MO 63122
Senior Living
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212 Monclay Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

212 Monclay Pl

212 Monclay PlKirkwood, MO 63122
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214-220 S Clay St
1 Bedroom Apartments

214-220 S Clay St

214-220 S Clay StSt. Louis, MO 63122
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The Hutton
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Hutton

134 W Madison AveKirkwood, MO 63122

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Des Peres, MO Local Guide

Largest Available Des Peres and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Des Peres, MO is found at Kirkwood Bluffs in the Peerless Park neighborhood and is 1,200 square feet priced from $1,521. Kirkwood Station Plaza Apartments in the Crestwood neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 904 square feet and currently listed start at $1,800. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Des Peres:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Kirkwood Bluffs1 Bed 2 Bath1,200 Sq Ft$1,521
Kirkwood Station Plaza ApartmentsKirkwood Express904 Sq Ft$1,800
Kirkwood Forest1 Bed / 1 Bath750 Sq Ft$1,100
Waterford WestBrandon Park657 Sq Ft$1,177
Reflection Cove Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 538 sqft538 Sq Ft$1,210

Cheapest Available Des Peres and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 17, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Des Peres, MO is the 1 Bed / 1 Bath Model starting from $1,100 at Kirkwood Forest . The second most affordable Des Peres 1 Bedroom is the Brandon Park Model at Waterford West starting at $1,177 in the Peerless Park neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Des Peres is currently $1,742. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Des Peres:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Kirkwood Forest1 Bed / 1 Bath$1,100
Waterford WestBrandon Park$1,177
Reflection Cove Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 538 sqft$1,210
Kirkwood Bluffs1 Bed 2 Bath$1,521
Kirkwood Station Plaza ApartmentsSt. Charles Railway$1,800

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Getting Around Des Peres, MO

Walk Score®

53 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

39 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Des Peres Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Des Peres Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Des Peres is $1,742.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Des Peres Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Des Peres is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $1,521 at Kirkwood Bluffs.

What is the average size for Des Peres 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Des Peres is currently 572 sq ft.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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