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

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 Studio unit found at The Towers at Gateway City priced from $550. City Parc at Pine Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $602. Here are the most affordable Downtown West St Louis apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Towers at Gateway CityStudioStudio,1BA$550
City Parc at Pine Senior LivingstudioStudio,1BA$602
Downtowner ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown West St Louis, MO

As of October 23, 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 A Model at Denim Lofts starting at $2,015 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Roberts Galerie Lofts2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.80
Denim LoftsA2BR,2BA$1.20
Fashion Square IB22BR,1BA$1.11
Lofts at the HUPPAuburn I2BR,2BA$1.26
Ventana | On Wash AveG2-12BR,1BA$1.37
Majestic Stove Lofts1 Bedroom Market1BR,1BA$0.99
Storyboard on PinePine B32BR,2BA$1.23
Leather TradesOne Bedroom Loft1BR,1BA$1.15
Adler Annex1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.41
City Parc at Pine Senior LivingstudioStudio ,1BA$1.31

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown West St Louis, Saint Louis, MO

Ranked #43

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown West St Louis

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown West St Louis?

There are currently 88 Apartments for Rent in Downtown West St Louis, MO with pricing that ranges from $418 to $3,999. There are also 20 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown West St Louis ranging from $1,000 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown West St Louis?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown West St Louis ranges from $1,000 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,930.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.