
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Lafayette Square Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO from $700 (43 Rentals)
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1938 Winnebago St, Unit 2F

2641 Minnesota Ave

507 N 13th St

210 N 17th St

2606 Oregon Ave

3006 Cherokee St

2715 Cherokee St
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3763 Keokuk St

3246 Nebraska Ave, Unit 3248 1F

314 N Broadway

3831 McRee Ave

1709 Washington Ave

3712 Winnebago St

2732 Utah St

1857 S 9th St
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3257 Oregon Ave

3854-3856 Folsom Ave

3636 Shaw Blvd

2851 Utah St, Unit 2851 Utah 2F

2620 Park Ave

1136 Washington Ave

1704 S Tucker Blvd

3845-3847 Folsom Ave
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2201 Jules St

3414 California Ave

2839 Cherokee St

1520 Washington Ave

2743 Pestalozzi St

3238 S Compton Ave

3849 Juniata St

2918 Louisiana Ave
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3628 Minnesota Ave

3838 Folsom Ave

2640 Cherokee St

3217 Nebraska Ave

3837 Shenandoah Ave

3215 Nebraska Ave

2206 Lucas Ave

915 Olive St
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3640 Gustine Ave

212 Morgan St, Unit Apt. B

300-314 N Broadway
Lafayette Square, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Lafayette Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette Square 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,505 | $899 | $2,395 |
| Lafayette Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,168 | $1,099 | $4,750 |
| Lafayette Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,093 | $1,597 | $3,200 |
| Lafayette Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,450 | $3,450 | $3,450 |
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There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lafayette Square Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available Lafayette Square Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lafayette Square area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Railton Apartments priced from $447. Fox Grove Management Office has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $550. Here are the most affordable Lafayette Square apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Railton Apartments | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $447 |
| Fox Grove Management Office | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $550 |
| The Towers at Gateway City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $565 |
| The Saum & Hutcheson Arms | Saum Unrenovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Icon | Private Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $675 |
| Collins Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $679 |
| City Lofts on Laclede | 2j - 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $726 |
| 3508-10 Russell Boulevard | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Downtowner Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lafayette Square, MO
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lafayette Square area is the $0.85 price per square foot 3BR/3.0BA Model at 3717-21 Westminster in the in the Central West End neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Lafayette Square apartment is the 3617 Tennessee Ave Model at 3617 Tennessee Ave, Unit 2f starting at $1,300 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the The Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lafayette Square apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3717-21 Westminster | 3BR/3.0BA | 3BR,3BA | $0.85 |
| 3617 Tennessee Ave, Unit 2f | 3617 Tennessee Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| 3421 Hartford St, Unit 2nd | 3421 Hartford St | 2BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| Roberts Galerie Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Majestic Stove Lofts | 2 Bedroom Market | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| 2137 Geyer Ave, Unit A | 2137 Geyer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Henrietta Pl | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Fox Grove Management Office | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| Icon | Shared | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| 3508-10 Russell Boulevard | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lafayette Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Lafayette Square?
There are currently 716 Apartments for Rent in Lafayette Square, MO with pricing that ranges from $437 to $7,935. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lafayette Square ranging from $775 to $4,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Lafayette Square?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Lafayette Square ranges from $775 to $4,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,669.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Lafayette Square?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Lafayette Square range from $674 to $6,150, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,099 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,597 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $675.
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