
Cheap Homes for Rent in St. Louis County, MO from $600 (248 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in St. Louis County.


7000 Florence Pl

5645 Hodiamont Ave

7014 Greenway Ave

3104 Woodson Rd, Unit 15

212 Cameron Rd

7064 Mitchell Ave

8371 Eton Pl

7259 Pasadena Blvd

532 Cornelia Ave
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3738 Sylvan Pl

9823 Winkler Dr

5346 Janet Ave

3729 Avondale Ave

5811 Helen Ave

3900 Roland Blvd

9011 Olive Blvd

5318 Winslow Dr

10019 Northgate Dr

7004 Glenmore Ave
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3 Pohlman Ln

7028 Dawson Pl

10156 Ventura Dr

409 Shepley Dr

7826 Blandford Dr

1214 Baron Ave

8708 Granada Pl

5657 Sunbury Ave

155 Ben Nevis Rd

7000 Claremore Ave
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5361 Wilborn Dr

9709 Vickie Pl

1942 D Amato Ct

35 S Barat Ave

7431 Hazelcrest Dr

1126 Lakeview Ave

6705 St Louis Ave

6404 Myron Ave

235 Flora Dr

6575 Julian Ave
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624 Science Hill Dr

3424 Lucas and Hunt Rd

2501 Tyrell Dr

806 Marvin Ave

6317 Abbott Dr

1906 Bainbridge Dr

8859 Snowhill Ct

205 Ben Nevis Rd

7426 Calvin Ave

41 Henquin Dr
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St. Louis County, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in St. Louis County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,449 | $749 | $2,800 |
| St. Louis County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,713 | $675 | $5,000 |
| St. Louis County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,215 | $1,195 | $4,295 |
| St. Louis County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,965 | $1,550 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available St. Louis County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St. Louis County, MO is a Studio unit found at Northwest Airport Inn in the St. Ann neighborhood priced from $281. Trinity Park in the North Riverfront neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St. Louis County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Airport Inn | Studio Economy | Studio,1BA | $281 |
| Trinity Park | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Bilava Village | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Crossing at Northpointe Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Timber Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - 77274 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Carmel Hills | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $699 |
| Montecito | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Nico Terrace | 1 Bedroom Garden Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $703 |
| Cabana Club Apartments | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Jefferson Townhomes | One Bedroom Garden | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St. Louis County, MO
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the St. Louis County area is the $0.40 price per square foot 141 S Central Ave Model at 141 S Central Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Ashton Woods neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value St. Louis County apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhome Model at Seven Hills Forest Condominiums starting at $1,300 with a $0.54 price per square foot in the Florissant neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St. Louis County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 141 S Central Ave, Unit 2 | 141 S Central Ave | 4BR,2BA | $0.40 |
| Seven Hills Forest Condominiums | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.54 |
| The Mint Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.86 |
| Woodknoll Townhomes | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.66 |
| Kingsland Courtyard | 4-Bed | 4BR,4BA | $0.87 |
| River Trace Townhomes | 3 Bedroom 1.5 Bath Townhome with Garage | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Wild Cherry Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| Whispering Lake Apartments | 2BR 1BA GARDEN | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Montecito | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Northwest Airport Inn | Studio Economy | Studio ,1BA | $0.80 |
Frequently Asked Questions about St. Louis County
What type of rentals are currently available in St. Louis County?
There are currently 1301 Apartments for Rent in St. Louis County, MO with pricing that ranges from $281 to $6,750. There are also 501 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St. Louis County ranging from $675 to $10,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St. Louis County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St. Louis County ranges from $675 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,732.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St. Louis County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St. Louis County range from $687 to $6,620, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $675 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,195 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $893.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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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.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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.

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.