Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in St. Louis, MO from $437 (549 Rentals)

3010 Apartments

Aboussie Pavilion

Fox Grove Management Office

307 Eichelberger St

3137 Chippewa St

1722 Nebraska Ave, Unit 2nd floor

2835 Miami St
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Collins Terrace Apartments

Nico Terrace

The Towers at Gateway City

River Pointe Apartments

4617 Virginia Ave

Fairgrounds Park Place Apartments
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4117 Carter Ave, Unit 4117 Carter

4119 Carter Ave, Unit 4119 West Carter

Morganford Plaza Apartments

Forest Park Apartments

Rivertrail Apartments

Evergreen Manor

The Residences at Bella Vista

819 Thatcher Ave
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Oak Park Apartments

Senior Living at Cambridge Heights Apartments

8025 Gravois Rd

3417 Dunnica Ave

City Parc at Pine Senior Living

Koeneman Place Apartments

Renewal Heights Apartments

3664 Neosho St

5056 Chippewa St

3679 S Broadway
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Spanish Lake Townhomes

University Villa Apartments

3633 Dunnica Ave, Unit 3633 1st Floor

3954 Dover Pl

Homer G. Phillips Apartments for 55 and older
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St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St. Louis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis Studio Apartments | $1,133 | $550 | $3,000 |
| St. Louis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,377 | $437 | $6,290 |
| St. Louis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $448 | $7,953 |
| St. Louis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,997 | $455 | $5,751 |
| St. Louis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,066 | $854 | $3,850 |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.
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Read ArticleLocal Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in St. Louis
A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the St. Louis, MO metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at apartmenthomeliving.com
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St. Louis, MOPopulation: 302,838
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St. Louis Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in St. Louis?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in St. Louis is under $650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Louis?
The cheapest apartment in St. Louis is The Railton Apartments which is listed at $418, while the average apartment in St. Louis costs $2,074.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in St. Louis?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10,279 regular apartments in St. Louis that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in St. Louis?
Cheap apartments in St. Louis have an average cost of $649 which is $1,425 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St. Louis.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips
Written by: Justin Habersaat
Getting your apartment ready for the holidays can be exciting but sometimes challenging in a smaller space. Here are some modern tips to keep things festive, safe, and inviting this season.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.













