
Cheap Homes for Rent in Lafayette Square Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO from $700 (36 Rentals)
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1936-1938 Winnebago St, Unit 2F

3753-3755-3755 Dunnica Ave

2749 Pestalozzi St

3839 Dunnica Ave

2751 Pestalozzi St

210 N 17th St

2415 S 10th St

3111a Arkansas Ave
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3326 Michigan Ave

3310 Wyoming St

3324 Michigan Ave

3322 Michigan Ave

3302 Winnebago St, Unit 1st floor

3302 Winnebago St, Unit 2nd floor

3259 Oregon Ave

1857 S 9th St

3630 Hydraulic Ave
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3614 Tennessee Ave

2716 Cherokee St

3623 McRee Ave

3534 Nebraska Ave

1815 S 8th St, Unit B

3215 Oregon Ave, Unit 1F

3414 California Ave

2839 Cherokee St

1952 Cherokee St
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1708 S Tucker Blvd

212 Morgan St, Unit Apt. D

1432 Dolman St

2918 Louisiana Ave

2606 Louisiana Ave

805 Russell Blvd

3612 Hartford St

425 N Sarah St

2206 Lucas Ave
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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 | $1,475 | $995 | $2,350 |
| Lafayette Square 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,011 | $1,549 | $2,750 |
| Lafayette Square 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,252 | $1,850 | $2,877 |
| Lafayette Square 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,595 | $2,595 | $2,595 |
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There are currently 36 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. The Towers at Gateway City has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $515. 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 |
| The Towers at Gateway City | Studio | Studio,1BA | $515 |
| Fox Grove Management Office | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $550 |
| Diplomat Apartments | 0 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| The Saum & Hutcheson Arms | Saum Unrenovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Collins Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom Large | 1BR,1BA | $688 |
| Midtown 300 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Downtowner Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Icon | Private Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $775 |
| Council Tower, a 62+ Community | Senior Affordable Studio | Studio,1BA | $781 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lafayette Square, MO
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lafayette Square area is the $0.57 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Pointe 400 Apartments in the in the Lafayette Square neighborhood starting from $1,602. The second greatest value Lafayette Square apartment is the 5 Beds, 3 Baths Model at 715 Soulard Dr starting at $2,595 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Lafayette Square 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pointe 400 Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.57 |
| 715 Soulard Dr | 5 Beds, 3 Baths | 5BR,3BA | $0.93 |
| 3617 Tennessee Ave, Unit 2f | 3617 Tennessee Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.59 |
| 3205 Arsenal St, Unit 3205 | 3205 Arsenal St | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Roberts Galerie Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| 2137 Geyer Ave, Unit Unit A | 2137 Geyer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Vangard Lofts | Bee Hat B6 | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| 2310 Russell Blvd, Unit A | 2310 Russell Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Fox Grove Management Office | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| Icon | Shared | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lafayette Square
What type of rentals are currently available in Lafayette Square?
There are currently 690 Apartments for Rent in Lafayette Square, MO with pricing that ranges from $437 to $7,935. There are also 82 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Lafayette Square ranging from $750 to $3,334.
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 $750 to $3,334 with an average monthly rent of $1,764.
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 $5,235, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,549 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $775.
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