
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hillsdale Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $400 (63 Rentals)
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1333 Walton Ave

5586 Era Ave

5586 Era Ave

The Regency at Saint Louis

7121-7159 Lexington Ave

4521 Oakwood Ave

The Legends at Pasadena Hills

5919 Sherry Ave

5345-49 Cabanne
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4839 Hammett Pl, Unit 4839 Hammett Pl

University Villa Apartments

4578 Evans Ave

Winston Churchill Apartments

4946 Cote Brilliante Ave

3720 Darby St

Norwood

5851 Ferris Ave

3912 Beachwood Ave

7014 Greenway Ave
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3738 Sylvan Pl

5126 Lexington Ave, Unit 2

The Phoenix at Delmar

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5097 Minerva Ave, Unit 1st Floor

5050 Genevieve Ave

4719 Plover Ave

5040 Lotus Ave

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4947 Cote Brilliante Ave, Unit 4947 #1

The Courtyard Apartments
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7259 Pasadena Blvd
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1324 Academy Ave

855 Goodfellow Blvd

5944 Thekla Ave

4533 Stivers St

6998 Edison Ave

1725 Marcus Ave

7004 Glenmore Ave

820 Hamilton Ave

University Commons
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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 | $1,072 | $550 | $1,655 |
| Hillsdale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,265 | $669 | $3,890 |
| Hillsdale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,005 | $687 | $5,961 |
| Hillsdale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,196 | $893 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 63 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. 5345-49 Cabanne has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. 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 |
| 5345-49 Cabanne | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| University Villa Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Norwood | 1BD 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Legends at Pasadena Hills | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Phoenix at Delmar | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsdale, MO
As of July 09, 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 746 Kingsland Ave Model at 746 Kingsland Ave, Unit #1 starting at $1,600 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Wells 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 |
| 746 Kingsland Ave, Unit #1 | 746 Kingsland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 5126 Lexington Ave, Unit 2 | 5126 Lexington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| 4947 Cote Brilliante Ave, Unit 4947 #1 | 4947 Cote Brilliante Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 5097 Minerva Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 5097 Minerva Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 4839 Hammett Pl, Unit 4839 Hammett Pl | 4839 Hammett Pl | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| 6300 Cates Ave, Unit 1 E | 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 |
| 5345-49 Cabanne | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleHillsdale, Saint Louis, MO
Ranked #136
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 $900.
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 $1,990.
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 12 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 $519 which is $1,471 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hillsdale.
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