
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown West St Louis Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $400 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown West St Louis area of Saint Louis.


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Downtown West St Louis, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown West St Louis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown West St Louis Studio Apartments | $895 | $550 | $1,679 |
| Downtown West St Louis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,238 | $561 | $2,999 |
| Downtown West St Louis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,623 | $678 | $2,964 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown West St Louis Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available Downtown West St Louis Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown West St Louis area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Railton Apartments priced from $418. The Towers at Gateway City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $550. Here are the most affordable Downtown West St 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 |
| The Towers at Gateway City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| Downtowner Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Franklin School Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| The Ely Walker Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown West St Louis, MO
As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown West St Louis area is the $0.80 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Roberts Galerie Lofts in the in the Lafayette Square neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Downtown West St Louis apartment is the B Model at Denim Lofts starting at $1,875 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Lafayette Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown West St Louis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roberts Galerie Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Denim Lofts | B | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| Fashion Square I | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Malone | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Lofts at the HUPP | Auburn I | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
| Majestic Stove Lofts | 1 Bedroom Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Storyboard on Pine | Pine B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| Leather Trades | One Bedroom Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| AdlerFrame Lofts | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Railton Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown West St Louis, Saint Louis, MO
Ranked #36
Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Downtown West St Louis Neighborhood in Saint Louis, MO
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
58 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown West St Louis Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown West St Louis?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown West St Louis is under $1,075.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown West St Louis?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown West St Louis is The Railton Apartments which is listed at $418, while the average apartment in Downtown West St Louis costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown West 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 52 regular apartments in Downtown West St Louis that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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