
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St. Louis, MO from $437 with Washer/Dryer (346 Rentals)
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2835 Miami St, Unit 2837 Miami

Villa Estates

The Residences at Bella Vista

Collins Terrace Apartments

Jefferson Townhomes

Carmel Hills

Glenridge

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744 Walton Ave
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4015 California Ave, Unit 4015-A

5602 Dewey Ave

Covington Place Apartments

Orchard Park Apartments

Taravue Park Apartments

The Villages at General Grant

3541 Morgan Ford Rd

Bellecote Townhouse Apartments

Euclid+Pine

Half Moon Village Apartments
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Everly on The Loop

Forest Creek Apartments

3316 Russell Blvd

Yorktowne Apartments

Kingston Apartments

5126 Lexington Ave, Unit 2

Preservation Square

4992 Mardel Ave

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5906 Arendes Dr, Unit A / 2FL
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4601 Wilcox Ave, Unit Charming Bevo Apartment (South City STL)

Meadowbrook Apartments and Townhomes

Nantucket Gardens

3125 Oak Hill Ave

The Reserve at Heritage

Emerald Crossing

San Rafael Townhomes

2311 Shenandoah Ave

4774 Kings Dr

Suson Pines
St. Louis's Best Affordable Neighborhoods
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The Park Lux

Spanish Lake Townhomes

University Crossing

The Phoenix at Delmar

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1238 Shawmut Pl

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4124 Page Blvd, Unit 1

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3918 Shaw Blvd, Unit 3918

Park North St. Louis

Roberts Galerie Lofts

Echo STL
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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 | $1,231 | $200 | $3,000 |
| St. Louis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,489 | $200 | $4,000 |
| St. Louis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,770 | $550 | $7,935 |
| St. Louis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,173 | $674 | $6,150 |
| St. Louis 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,094 | $675 | $3,850 |
| St. Louis 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,776 | $905 | $4,800 |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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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 $675.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St. Louis?
The cheapest apartment in St. Louis is Alexian Court which is listed at $200, while the average apartment in St. Louis costs $1,464.
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 16,212 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 $646 which is $818 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St. Louis.
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St. Louis Living: Your Local Expert's 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.

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.

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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