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property at 7560 Ahern Ave

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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7560 Ahern Ave

University CityMO63130
property at 1335 Gregan Pl

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1335 Gregan Pl

St. LouisMO63133

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property at 6542 Whitney Ave

$1,350

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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6542 Whitney Ave

St. LouisMO63133

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St. John, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available St. John Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in St. John, MO is a Studio unit found at Northwest Airport Inn in the St. Ann neighborhood priced from $281. Cabana Club Apartments in the St. Ann neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $680. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. John apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Northwest Airport InnStudio EconomyStudio,1BA$281
Cabana Club ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$680
Timber Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 772751BR,1BA$695
Woodson Park Apartments1 Bedroom Ranch1BR,1BA$750
Hickory Trace ApartmentsOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$760
Orchard Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$800
University Villa ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$810
Springwood Apartments1 bd1BR,1BA$830
Metro at 701 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850
Lackland Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. John, MO and Nearby

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. John area is the $1.17 price per square foot 2 Bed TH Model at Oaks on Bonhomme in the in the Vinita Terrace neighborhood starting from $1,793. The second greatest value St. John apartment is the 3BR/1.5BA Model at Wild Cherry Apartments starting at $1,200 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Vinita Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. John apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oaks on Bonhomme2 Bed TH2BR,1.5BA$1.17
Wild Cherry Apartments3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$0.98
Primm Place3x1.5 Townhome3BR,1.5BA$1.00
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom_1 Bath 2BR,1BA$1.18
Emerald CrossingHideaway2BR,1BA$1.17
Shirley Garden Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.16
Meadowbrook Apartments and Townhomes2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.11
Orchard Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.18
Timber Place Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 721701BR,1BA$1.22
Northwest Airport InnStudio EconomyStudio ,1BA$0.80

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about St. John

What type of rentals are currently available in St. John?

There are currently 238 Apartments for Rent in St. John, MO with pricing that ranges from $281 to $6,620. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. John ranging from $995 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. John?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. John ranges from $995 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,628.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.