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

1924-1969 Greenglen Dr

106 W Monroe Ave
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212 Monclay Pl

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Rose Hill House

Waterford West

Kirkwood Bluffs

514 Mariedale Dr

110 W Madison Ave

Forest View
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kirkwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Kirkwood Studio Apartments | $2,003 | $1,806 | $2,550 |
| Cheap Kirkwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $1,078 | $2,997 |
| Cheap Kirkwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,142 | $1,238 | $4,094 |
| Cheap Kirkwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,084 | $1,650 | $5,212 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterford West | Brandon Park | 1BR,1BA | $1,068 |
| Forest View | Classic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Autumn Oaks Apartments | Classic Oakleaf | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Kirkwood Bluffs | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $1,353 |
| Kings Gate | King | 2BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Gate | King | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Forest View | Classic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The James | B7-Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
| Kirkwood Station Plaza Apartments | Grand Central | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Kirkwood Bluffs | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Autumn Oaks Apartments | Classic Oakleaf | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Waterford West | Brandon Park | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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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.
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