
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsdale Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $400 (56 Rentals)
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1333 Walton Ave

4922 Davison Ave

5586 Era Ave

4221 Dardenne Dr

The Regency at Saint Louis

The Legends at Pasadena Hills

7121-7159 Lexington Ave, Unit 7141

1195 Belrue Ave

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5657 Roosevelt Pl

Winston Churchill Apartments

Norwood

4574 Evans Ave

4914 Plover Ave

5467 Maple Ave

5467 Maple Ave

4578 Evans Ave

3720 Darby St

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4947 Cote Brilliante Ave, Unit 4947 #1, Unit 4947 #1
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6153 Laura Ave

The Courtyard Apartments

5706 Thekla

Etzel Place Apartments

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4521 Oakwood Ave

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5936-5938 Etzel Ave

5051 Maffitt Ave

Bermuda Heights

7259 Pasadena Blvd

1324 Academy Ave

855 Goodfellow Blvd

4643 Evans Ave

1420 Union Blvd
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1725 Marcus Ave

820 Hamilton Ave

University Commons

6506 Lillian Ave

5662 Wilborn Dr

6342 Lena Ave

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6300 Cates Ave

7024 Idlewild Ave

Leland Apartments

5461 Hamilton Ave
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Hillsdale, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hillsdale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hillsdale Studio Apartments | $649 | $649 | $649 |
| Hillsdale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $891 | $550 | $1,399 |
| Hillsdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,283 | $669 | $3,973 |
| Hillsdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,013 | $687 | $5,154 |
| Hillsdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,196 | $893 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 56 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hillsdale Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available Hillsdale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hillsdale area of St. Louis, MO is a Studio unit found at The Regency at Saint Louis priced from $679. The Legends at Pasadena Hills has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Hillsdale apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Regency at Saint Louis | Studio | Studio,1BA | $679 |
| The Legends at Pasadena Hills | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Norwood | 1BD 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| University Villa Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Station House | Near The Loop | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 705 Interdrive LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsdale, MO
As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsdale 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 Hillsdale apartment is the 7138 Amherst Ave Model at 7138 Amherst Ave, Unit 7138 starting at $1,975 with a $1.32 price per square foot in the Vinita Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsdale 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 |
| 7138 Amherst Ave, Unit 7138 | 7138 Amherst Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 7228 Dartmouth Ave, Unit Fl 1 | 7228 Dartmouth Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 4947 Cote Brilliante Ave, Unit 4947 #1 | 4947 Cote Brilliante Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 8721 Natural Bridge Rd, Unit B | 8721 Natural Bridge Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 6748 Crest Ave, Unit 2E | 6748 Crest Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 6300 Cates Ave | 6300 Cates Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Legends at Pasadena Hills | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Norwood | 1BD 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| University Villa Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillsdale, Saint Louis, MO
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Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsdale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hillsdale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hillsdale is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hillsdale?
The cheapest apartment in Hillsdale is The Regency at Saint Louis which is listed at $789, while the average apartment in Hillsdale costs $2,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hillsdale?
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 9 regular apartments in Hillsdale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Hillsdale?
Cheap apartments in Hillsdale have an average cost of $439 which is $1,561 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsdale.
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