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9724 Margo Ann Ln

4313 St Dominic Ln

7437 Hazelcrest Dr

1456 Hawks Nest Ct

1456 Hawks Nest Dr
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2415 Chesstal St

511 Lynn Haven Ln

2820 Ashby Rd

906 Chula Dr

858 Hazelvalley Dr

7358 Naples Dr
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260 Downing Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in St. Charles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Charles 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,473 | $1,300 | $1,945 |
| St. Charles 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,104 | $1,200 | $3,100 |
| St. Charles 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,659 | $1,800 | $3,130 |
| St. Charles 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,265 | $3,055 | $3,475 |
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Cheapest Available St. Charles Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Charles, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Cabana West Apartments in the Brighton Park neighborhood priced from $800. Sunbrook Apartments in the Brighton Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $942. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Charles apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabana West Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Sunbrook Apartments | Magnolia Premium | Studio,1BA | $942 |
| Glen at Bogey Hills | The Greens | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| Spencer Creek Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| St. Andrews Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1,078 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Charles, MO
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Charles area is the $1.42 price per square foot 3B/2.5B Walkout Basement M Model at Springwell Apartments in the in the Brighton Park neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value St. Charles apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Woodstone Apartments starting at $1,975 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Brighton Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Charles apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springwell Apartments | 3B/2.5B Walkout Basement M | 3BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Woodstone Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $1.34 |
| Meadowridge Apartments | Cardinal | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| Vida Apartments | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| Capital at St. Charles | The Byland | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| Country Club Place Apartments | 2BR-2BA-GARDEN | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Cedarbrook Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| St. Andrews Apartments | 2 Bedroom Garden | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Spencer Creek Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Cabana West Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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St. Charles, MOPopulation: 70,764
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Frequently Asked Questions about St. Charles
What type of rentals are currently available in St. Charles?
There are currently 101 Apartments for Rent in St. Charles, MO with pricing that ranges from $775 to $6,212. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Charles ranging from $900 to $3,475.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. Charles?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. Charles ranges from $900 to $3,475 with an average monthly rent of $2,184.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St. Charles?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St. Charles range from $1,226 to $2,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $3,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,298.
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