
Cheap Homes for Rent in Compton Heights Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO from $600 (36 Rentals)
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4004 Keokuk St, Unit 1F

3753-3755-3755 Dunnica Ave

1936-1938 Winnebago St, Unit 2F

2749 Pestalozzi St

3839 Dunnica Ave

2751 Pestalozzi St

3406-3408-3408 Keokuk St

210 N 17th St
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4215 Neosho St

2415 S 10th St

3111a Arkansas Ave

3927 Tholozan Ave

3324 Michigan Ave

3322 Michigan Ave

3326 Michigan Ave

3259 Oregon Ave

3302 Winnebago St, Unit 1st floor
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3302 Winnebago St, Unit 2nd floor

3839-3841-3841 Pennsylvania Ave

1857 S 9th St

3834 Missouri Ave

2827-2829 Indiana Ave

4021 S Spring Ave

1939 Chippewa St

3534 Nebraska Ave

1815 S 8th St, Unit B
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3614 Tennessee Ave

3914 Michigan Ave

3215 Oregon Ave, Unit 1F

2649-2651-2651 Keokuk St, Unit 2649 Keokuk St A1L

4424 Oakland Ave

2839 Cherokee St

1952 Cherokee St

4350 Gibson Ave

4549-4551-4551 Oakland Ave, Unit 4549A
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Compton Heights, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Compton Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compton Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,412 | $825 | $2,150 |
| Compton Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,112 | $1,500 | $3,500 |
| Compton Heights 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,117 | $1,575 | $2,877 |
| Compton Heights 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,595 | $2,595 | $2,595 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Compton Heights Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available Compton Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Compton Heights area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Railton Apartments priced from $447. The Towers at Gateway City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $515. Here are the most affordable Compton Heights apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railton Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $447 |
| The Towers at Gateway City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $515 |
| Fox Grove Management Office | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $550 |
| The Saum & Hutcheson Arms | Saum Unrenovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Diplomat Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Icon | Private Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $725 |
| Midtown 300 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Council Tower, a 62+ Community | Senior Affordable Studio | Studio,1BA | $781 |
| Franklin School Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Compton Heights, MO
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Compton Heights area is the $0.59 price per square foot 3617 Tennessee Ave Model at 3617 Tennessee Ave, Unit 2f in the in the The Hill neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Compton Heights apartment is the 3205 Arsenal St Model at 3205 Arsenal St, Unit 3205 starting at $1,895 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the Lafayette Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Compton Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3617 Tennessee Ave, Unit 2f | 3617 Tennessee Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| 3205 Arsenal St, Unit 3205 | 3205 Arsenal St | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Roberts Galerie Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| 2137 Geyer Ave, Unit Unit A | 2137 Geyer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| 2102 Chippewa St, Unit 1 | 2102 Chippewa St | 1BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| 2310 Russell Blvd, Unit A | 2310 Russell Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Fox Grove Management Office | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| 4014a Potomac St | 4014a Potomac St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Icon | Private Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| The Railton Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Compton Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in Compton Heights?
There are currently 917 Apartments for Rent in Compton Heights, MO with pricing that ranges from $437 to $7,585. There are also 108 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Compton Heights ranging from $656 to $3,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Compton Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Compton Heights ranges from $656 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,728.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Compton Heights?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Compton Heights range from $674 to $4,991, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,575 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $725.
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