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College Hill, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available College Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Hill area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Fairgrounds Park Place Apartments priced from $680. Homer G. Phillips Apartments for 55 and older has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable College Hill apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fairgrounds Park Place ApartmentsThe Cypress - 1Br / 1Ba1BR,1BA$680
Homer G. Phillips Apartments for 55 and olderOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$765
Gallery Central West EndRegular StudioStudio,1BA$865

Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Hill, MO

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Hill area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2030 E Fair Ave Model at 2030 E Fair Ave, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Lewis Place neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value College Hill apartment is the Two Bedroom One Bath Model at Homer G. Phillips Apartments for 55 and older starting at $930 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Lewis Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2030 E Fair Ave, Unit 2nd floor2030 E Fair Ave2BR,1BA$1.04
Homer G. Phillips Apartments for 55 and olderTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$0.88
College Hill Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.95
4119 Carter Ave, Unit 4119 West Carter4119 Carter Ave1BR,1BA$0.96
Sullivan Place Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.77
Fairgrounds Park Place ApartmentsThe Cypress - 1Br / 1Ba1BR,1BA$1.19
3867 Ashland Ave, Unit 3867 1st Floor3867 Ashland Ave1BR,1BA$1.50
Gallery Central West EndSmall StudioStudio ,1BA$2.23

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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 College Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in College Hill?

There are currently 172 Apartments for Rent in College Hill, MO with pricing that ranges from $650 to $1,720. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in College Hill ranging from $299 to $2,295.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in College Hill?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in College Hill ranges from $299 to $2,295 with an average monthly rent of $897.

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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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.