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206 Commercial Dr

192 Commercial Dr

254 Commercial Dr

602 MO-72

6 S Center St
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25575 17-770E

202 Bland St

610 Blair St

11855 Co Rd 3060

112 S Rolla St

159 Arborview Dr
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How much does it cost to rent a home in St James?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St James 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $820 | $525 | $1,650 |
| St James 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,587 | $700 | $2,750 |
| St James 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,817 | $995 | $2,495 |
| St James 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,125 | $1,125 | $1,125 |
| St James 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,175 | $1,175 | $1,175 |
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Cheapest Available St James Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St James, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Schrimpf Management priced from $550. Wyota Commons West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St James apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schrimpf Management | 1 Bedroom Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $550 |
| Wyota Commons West | Studios | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| 217 Twin Ridge Rd | A Layout | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
| The Lodges at Rolla | Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Pine View | 2beds and 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St James, MO and Nearby
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the St James area is the $0.82 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at deVille I Properties LLC in the starting from $1,210. The second greatest value St James apartment is the Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2026 Model at The Lodges at Rolla starting at $650 with a $0.46 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for St James apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| deVille I Properties LLC | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.82 |
| The Lodges at Rolla | Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Liberty Park Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Northridge I | Maple | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| Autumn Leaf Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom Upstairs | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Schrimpf Management | 1 Bedroom Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| Summit Valley Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Pine View | 2beds and 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Osage Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Wyota Commons West | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $1.22 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in St James?
There are currently 56 Apartments for Rent in St James, MO with pricing that ranges from $510 to $2,260. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St James ranging from $525 to $2,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St James?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St James ranges from $525 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,136.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.