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226 E Lockwood Ave

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Des Peres, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Des Peres Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Des Peres, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Cherry Creek Apartments in the Village Green neighborhood priced from $1,015. Kirkwood Forest in the Glendale neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Des Peres apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cherry Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,015
Kirkwood Forest1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Kirkwood Bluffs1 Bed 1 Bath G1BR,1BA$1,124
Willows on WeidmanThe Hudson 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1,139
Waterford ManorsThe Country Stone1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Des Peres, MO and Nearby

As of February 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Des Peres area is the $1.30 price per square foot Wilshire Model at Park Commons in the in the Peerless Park neighborhood starting from $1,410. The second greatest value Des Peres apartment is the Oak Crest Model at Autumn Oaks Apartments starting at $1,550 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Peerless Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Des Peres apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park CommonsWilshire2BR,2BA$1.30
Autumn Oaks ApartmentsOak Crest2BR,2BA$1.44
Kirkwood Station Plaza ApartmentsKirkwood Express1BR,1BA$2.32
Kirkwood Bluffs1 Bed 1.5 Bath D1BR,1.5BA$1.74
Willows on WeidmanThe Niagra 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.50
Orchard Village ApartmentsMAGNOLIA2BR,1BA$1.92
Waterford ManorsThe Country Stone1BR,1BA$1.74
Waterford WestBrandon Park1BR,1BA$1.79
Kirkwood Forest1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.69
Cherry Creek Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.61

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Frequently Asked Questions about Des Peres

What type of rentals are currently available in Des Peres?

There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Des Peres, MO with pricing that ranges from $1,015 to $4,580. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Des Peres ranging from $1,250 to $5,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Des Peres?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Des Peres ranges from $1,250 to $5,600 with an average monthly rent of $2,483.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.