1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in St. Louis, MO (1,592 Rentals)

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St. Louis, MO Local Guide

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St. Louis 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 23, 2025

There are currently 23466 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over St. Louis, MO that range in price from $414 to $6,482. Downtown Saint Louis, Saint Charles and Compton Heights are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in St. Louis with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Saint Louis922$1,459$437
Saint Charles807$1,433$550
Compton Heights737$1,445$437
Fox Park734$1,467$437
Lafayette Square666$1,384$437
McKinley Heights654$1,390$437
Near Southside644$1,375$437
Jeff Vander Lou618$1,398$437
The Gate594$1,519$650
St. Louis Place589$1,395$437

Largest Available St. Louis 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in St. Louis, MO is found at Bogen | Urban Chic Lofts in the Lafayette Square neighborhood and is 1,487 square feet priced from $1,675. The Residences at Tesson Ridge in the Sappington neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,447 square feet and currently listed start at $2,775. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in St. Louis:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Bogen | Urban Chic LoftsF11,487 Sq Ft$1,675
The Residences at Tesson Ridge1B.21,447 Sq Ft$2,775
York HouseA1,330 Sq Ft$2,700
Gallery 7201 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom1,302 Sq Ft$1,930
Vangard LoftsB (Market)1,277 Sq Ft$1,565
The Victor Luxury Apartments1 Bed +B1,224 Sq Ft$1,929
Fashion Square IA51,216 Sq Ft$1,175
The Ely Walker LoftsLarge 1 Bed1,200 Sq Ft$1,000
The Lofts at OPOP1 Bedroom Live/Work Loft760 Sq Ft$1,932
Pointe 400 ApartmentsOne Bedroom667 Sq Ft$1,222

Cheapest Available St. Louis 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 23, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in St. Louis, MO is the 1x1 Model starting from $437 at 3010 Apartments in the Lewis Place neighborhood. The second most affordable St. Louis 1 Bedroom is the One Bedroom Model at Preservation Square Apartments starting at $492 in the Lafayette Square neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in St. Louis is currently $1,406. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in St. Louis:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
3010 Apartments1x1$437
Preservation Square ApartmentsOne Bedroom$492
Trinity Park1 bedroom, 1 bathroom$525
The Railton ApartmentsOne Bedroom Apartment$561
Montecito1 Bedroom$600
Forest Park ApartmentsThe Cardinal$635
Nico Terrace1 Bedroom Garden Apartment$646
The Towers at Gateway City1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom$650
Glenridge1 Bedroom$650
Shannon Fox ApartmentsOne Bedroom$655

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St. Louis Overview

The St. Louis area is a great place to live in the Midwest, thanks mostly in part to its central location and the fact that there is so much to do for a city of its size. Compared to most other US cities, the cost of living in St. Louis is relatively affordable and there are options for great housing in homes or apartments in St. Louis for just about any budget.

Why live in St. Louis, MO?

The variety of activities in the city and surrounding area makes St. Louis a great place for singles, as well as those with a family. Some of the elementary and high schools in the city are among the best in the nation, while the city boasts two major universities: Washington University and Saint Louis University for higher education. You get a sense of a small-town atmosphere with big city amenities almost anywhere in the city.

St. Louis, MO
Population: 302,838

Ranked #64

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around St. Louis, MO

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom St. Louis Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in St. Louis with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in St. Louis is at 3010 Apartments listed at $437.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom St. Louis Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in St. Louis is $1,406.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom St. Louis Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in St. Louis is a 1,487 square feet unit starting from $1,675 at Bogen | Urban Chic Lofts.

What is the average size for St. Louis 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in St. Louis is currently 939 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in St. Louis

Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee

I’m Taryn, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com team Local Expert for St. Louis, Missouri. Nicknamed “a city of neighborhoods,” St. Louis has nearly 80 distinct communities, each with unique characteristics setting it apart from others.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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