Top Rated Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Louis, MO from $300 (132 Rentals)

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Majestic Stove Lofts
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$999 - $1,425
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$924 - $1,350
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$75
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$999 - $1,425
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Majestic Stove Lofts

2017 Washington AveSt. Louis, MO 63103
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  • Low Income

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The Reserve at Spanish Lake
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$1,000 - $1,200
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$895 - $1,095
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$105
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$1,000 - $1,200
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The Reserve at Spanish Lake

1528 James Patrick LnSt. Louis, MO 63138
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  • Utilities Included
  • Low Income
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The Haven at Craigshire
$1,099 - $1,650
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$599 - $1,150
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$500
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$1,099 - $1,650
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The Haven at Craigshire

1855 Craigshire RdSt. Louis, MO 63146
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  • Utilities Included
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Lofts at the HUPP
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$1,108 - $1,615
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$1,008 - $1,515
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$100
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$1,108 - $1,615
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Lofts at the HUPP

1815 Locust StSt. Louis, MO 63103
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From Arch to Apartment: The St. Louis Insider's Guide to Renting Near the Area's Top Employers

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Monte Carlo Apartments
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$1,170 - $1,190
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$1,110 - $1,130
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$60
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$1,170 - $1,190
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Monte Carlo Apartments

11142 Gravois RdSt. Louis, MO 63126
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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Local 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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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 $3,032.

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 15,267 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 $711 which is $2,321 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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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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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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in St. Louis

Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee

Finding the right neighborhood to rent near your St. Louis college or university isn’t just about convenience.

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St. Louis Living: Your Local Experts Guide to Neighborhoods and Renting

Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee

St. Louis is a historic city of neighborhoods — nearly 80 of them — each with its own personality, rhythm, and everyday comforts.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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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.