Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kirkwood, MO from $600 (20 Rentals)

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The James
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$1,786 - $4,586
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The James

416 N Kirkwood RdKirkwood, MO 63122
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1924-1969 Greenglen Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1924-1969 Greenglen Dr

1924-1969 Greenglen DrKirkwood, MO 63122
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106 W Monroe Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

106 W Monroe Ave

106 W Monroe AveKirkwood, MO 63122

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212 Monclay Pl
1 Bedroom Apartments

212 Monclay Pl

212 Monclay PlKirkwood, MO 63122
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Townhomes at Stonecrest
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Townhomes at Stonecrest

1220 Stonecrest PlKirkwood, MO 63122
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Rose Hill House II
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Hill House II

225-A W Rose Hill AveKirkwood, MO 63122
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Life Skills
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Life Skills

365 S Fillmore AveKirkwood, MO 63122
Senior Living

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Rose Hill House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Hill House

225 W Rose Hill AveKirkwood, MO 63122
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514 Mariedale Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

514 Mariedale Dr

514 Mariedale DrSt. Louis, MO 63122
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Forest View
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forest View

9420 Mary Glen DrSt. Louis, MO 63126

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51 Heather Dr
2 Bedroom Apartments

51 Heather Dr

51 Heather DrSt. Louis, MO 63123
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Kirkwood, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kirkwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kirkwood, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Waterford West in the Peerless Park neighborhood priced from $1,068. Forest View in the Lakeshire neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kirkwood apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Waterford WestBrandon Park1BR,1BA$1,068
Forest ViewClassic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1,225
Autumn Oaks ApartmentsClassic Oakleaf1BR,1BA$1,275
Kirkwood Bluffs1 Bed 1 Bath C1BR,1BA$1,353
Kings GateKing2BR,2BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kirkwood, MO

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kirkwood area is the $1.50 price per square foot King Model at Kings Gate in the in the Glendale neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Kirkwood apartment is the Classic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom Model at Forest View starting at $1,225 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the Lakeshire neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kirkwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Kings GateKing2BR,2BA$1.50
Forest ViewClassic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.29
The JamesB7-Den1BR,1BA$3.21
Kirkwood Station Plaza ApartmentsGrand Central1BR,1BA$2.12
Kirkwood Bluffs1 Bed 1 Bath C1BR,1BA$1.61
Autumn Oaks ApartmentsClassic Oakleaf1BR,1BA$1.54
Waterford WestBrandon Park1BR,1BA$1.63

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in St. Louis

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kirkwood Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Kirkwood?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Kirkwood is at The James listed at $1,806.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirkwood Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kirkwood Apartment is $1,068 at Waterford West.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kirkwood Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kirkwood is starting from $1,220 at Waterford West.

What is the most affordable Kirkwood Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Kirkwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Kirkwood Bluffs and starts from $2,354.

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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