
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwoods Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $500 (21 Rentals)
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Carmel Hills

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Koeneman Place Apartments

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Northwoods, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwoods?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwoods 1 Bedroom Apartments | $830 | $745 | $950 |
| Northwoods 2 Bedroom Apartments | $973 | $699 | $1,200 |
| Northwoods 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,085 | $1,150 | $5,961 |
| Northwoods 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $1,400 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Northwoods Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available Northwoods Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwoods area of St. Louis, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at Carmel Hills priced from $699. Koeneman Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $745. Here are the most affordable Northwoods apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carmel Hills | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $699 |
| Koeneman Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom - Tyrell | 1BR,1BA | $745 |
| Renewal Heights Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Jenn Station Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $790 |
| Arbor Village Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwoods, MO
As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwoods area is the $0.66 price per square foot 2BR/1.5BA Model at Woodknoll Townhomes in the in the Florissant neighborhood starting from $1,050. The second greatest value Northwoods apartment is the 5126 Lexington Ave Model at 5126 Lexington Ave, Unit 2 starting at $900 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the Lewis Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwoods apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodknoll Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.66 |
| 5126 Lexington Ave, Unit 2 | 5126 Lexington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Koeneman Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Remodeled Eltarose | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Legends at Pasadena Hills | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Versailles Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Norwood | 1BD 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Carmel Hills | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Arbor Village Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Renewal Heights Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| University Villa Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwoods Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwoods?
The cheapest apartment in Northwoods is Koeneman Place Apartments which is listed at $745, while the average apartment in Northwoods costs $1,450.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwoods?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Northwoods that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Northwoods?
Cheap apartments in Northwoods have an average cost of $328 which is $1,122 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwoods.
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