
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Saint Louis Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $400 (46 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Saint Louis area of Saint Louis.


4362 Maffitt Ave

4641 Washington Ave

4129 Turner Ave

4053 Cote Brilliante Ave

5377 Northland Ave

3520 Paris Ave

4015 N Taylor Ave

807 Clara Ave
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2727 Hampton Ave

6335 Ridge Ave

4164 Folsom Ave

4152 Delmar Blvd

1324 Academy Ave

1209 N 11th St

5155 Northland Ave, Unit unit 2

5139 Wabada Ave

855 Goodfellow Blvd
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6655 Berthold Ave

6528 Whitney Ave

5616 Pershing Ave

1416 Union Blvd

3755 Shreve Ave

1725 Marcus Ave

4426 Holly Ave

5316 Pershing Ave

3334 Aubert Ave
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6532 Corbitt Ave

5616 Pershing Ave

1520 Washington Ave

6575 Julian Ave

4126 Shaw Blvd, Unit 1F

6432 Hobart Ave

1 Brookings Dr

1511 Locust St

6739 Dale Ave
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6530 Avalon Ave

6318 Cabanne Ave

314 N Broadway

314 N Broadway

2725 Allen Ave

4961 McPherson Ave

4350 Gibson Ave

1416 N Euclid Ave

5989 Julian Ave
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4139 Cleveland Ave
Downtown Saint Louis, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Saint Louis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Saint Louis 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,539 | $499 | $3,800 |
| Downtown Saint Louis 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,889 | $275 | $6,250 |
| Downtown Saint Louis 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,330 | $299 | $3,995 |
| Downtown Saint Louis 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,675 | $750 | $2,600 |
| Downtown Saint Louis 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,612 | $3,500 | $5,950 |
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There are currently 46 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Saint Louis Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Saint Louis Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Saint Louis area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Railton Apartments priced from $418. Coronado Place and Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $455. Here are the most affordable Downtown Saint Louis apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railton Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $418 |
| Coronado Place and Towers | The Scott | 3BR,1BA | $455 |
| Fox Grove Management Office | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $550 |
| The Towers at Gateway City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| The Regency at Saint Louis | Studio | Studio,1BA | $649 |
| The Saum & Hutcheson Arms | Saum Unrenovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Gateway on Grand | C1 | 3BR,1BA | $675 |
| Fairgrounds Park Place Apartments | *The Cypress | 1BR,1BA | $680 |
| The Era Collective | Congress Studio 256 | Studio,1BA | $690 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Saint Louis, MO
As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Saint Louis area is the $0.64 price per square foot single family home Model at 14 Parkland Pl in the in the Lewis Place neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Downtown Saint Louis apartment is the 1709 Washington Ave Model at 1709 Washington Ave, Unit 600 starting at $1,350 with a $0.71 price per square foot in the Lafayette Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Saint Louis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Parkland Pl | single family home | 5BR,3BA | $0.64 |
| 1709 Washington Ave, Unit 600 | 1709 Washington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.71 |
| Roberts Galerie Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| 2137 Geyer Ave, Unit Unit A | 2137 Geyer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| Cambridge Heights Apartments I & II | 5 BR TH | 4BR,3BA | $0.73 |
| 4626 Enright Ave | 4626 Enright Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| King's Court | 4-Bed | 4BR,4BA | $0.87 |
| 4829 Margaretta Ave | 4829 Margaretta Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.54 |
| Fox Grove Management Office | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| Coronado Place and Towers | The Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Saint Louis
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Saint Louis?
There are currently 1143 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Saint Louis, MO with pricing that ranges from $437 to $11,091. There are also 163 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Saint Louis ranging from $275 to $6,250.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Saint Louis?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Saint Louis ranges from $275 to $6,250 with an average monthly rent of $2,011.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Saint Louis?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Saint Louis range from $455 to $11,091, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $275 to $6,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $299 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $854.
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