
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Columbus Square Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO from $800 (12 Rentals)
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210 N 17th St

1523 Angelrodt St

1857 S 9th St

1815 S 8th St, Unit B

5415 Dresden Ave
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1910 Agnes St

2325 Hickory St

2206 Lucas Ave

2207 Washington Ave, Unit 213

1709 Washington Ave

1619 Washington Ave
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Columbus Square, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Columbus Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,533 | $1,000 | $2,100 |
| Columbus Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,475 | $1,200 | $1,750 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Columbus Square Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available Columbus Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbus Square area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Railton Apartments priced from $447. Fox Grove Management Office has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $550. Here are the most affordable Columbus Square apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railton Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $447 |
| Fox Grove Management Office | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $550 |
| The Towers at Gateway City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $565 |
| Collins Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $661 |
| Fairgrounds Park Place Apartments | The Cypress - 1Br / 1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $680 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus Square, MO
As of July 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbus Square area is the $0.94 price per square foot 1101 Lucas Ave Model at 1101 Lucas Ave, Unit #200 in the in the Lafayette Square neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Columbus Square apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Roberts Galerie Lofts starting at $1,500 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the Lafayette Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1101 Lucas Ave, Unit #200 | 1101 Lucas Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Roberts Galerie Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| 2137 Geyer Ave, Unit A | 2137 Geyer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| 2734A Armand Pl, Unit 2734A | 2734A Armand Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Pointe 400 Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Fashion Square I | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Fox Grove Management Office | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| Syndicate Building | Stabdard 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Grace Lofts | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 3965 N 21st St | 3965 N 21st St | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Columbus Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Columbus Square?
There are currently 325 Apartments for Rent in Columbus Square, MO with pricing that ranges from $437 to $7,935. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Columbus Square ranging from $839 to $3,100.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Columbus Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Columbus Square ranges from $839 to $3,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,397.
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