
Cheap Homes for Rent in the McKinley Heights Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $600 (41 Rentals)
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3722A Fairview Ave

3720 Fairview Ave

3753-3755-3755 Dunnica Ave

4101 Dewey Ave

3919 Michigan Ave, Unit 2F

1708 S Tucker Blvd

210 N 17th St
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3927 Tholozan Ave

2715 Cherokee St

3218 Cherokee St

3218-3220 Cherokee St

3931-3933-3933 Oregon Ave

3863 Meramec St, Unit A

3322 Michigan Ave

3324 Michigan Ave
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3326 Michigan Ave

3452-3454 Wyoming St

314 N Broadway

3302 Winnebago St, Unit 2F

3302 Winnebago St, Unit 1F

1857 S 9th St

3537 Oregon Ave

4038 California Ave
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3712 Winnebago St

2912 Pennsylvania Ave

3969 Potomac St

2620 Park Ave

2207 Washington Ave, Unit 213

2207 Washington Ave, Unit 213

2664 Nebraska Ave, Unit B

3215 Oregon Ave, Unit 1F
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1815 S 8th St, Unit B

2839 Cherokee St

3414 California Ave

3838 Missouri Ave

3937 Iowa Ave

2851 Utah St, Unit 2851 Utah 2F

1217 N 11th St

2104 Chippewa St
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3421 Michigan Ave, Unit 2F
McKinley Heights, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in McKinley Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| McKinley Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,533 | $1,050 | $2,300 |
| McKinley Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,060 | $1,150 | $4,000 |
| McKinley Heights 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,321 | $1,795 | $3,200 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the McKinley Heights Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available McKinley Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the McKinley Heights area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Alexian Court priced from $200. The Railton Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $447. Here are the most affordable McKinley Heights apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexian Court | Studio, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $200 |
| 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 |
| Collins Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $633 |
| The Saum & Hutcheson Arms | Saum Unrenovated Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| 2700 Chippewa Condominiums | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| Midtown 300 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Downtowner Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in McKinley Heights, MO
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the McKinley Heights area is the $0.94 price per square foot 1101 Lucas Ave Model at 1101 Lucas Ave, Unit #200 in the in the Lafayette Square neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value McKinley Heights apartment is the 3258 Ohio Ave Model at 3258 Ohio Ave, Unit 2F starting at $1,800 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Lafayette Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for McKinley Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1101 Lucas Ave, Unit #200 | 1101 Lucas Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 3258 Ohio Ave, Unit 2F | 3258 Ohio Ave | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Roberts Galerie Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| 3808 Meramec St, Unit #2 | 3808 Meramec St | 2BR,1BA | $0.61 |
| 3421 Hartford St, Unit 3421 Hartford, | 3421 Hartford St | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Sidney Street Lofts | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Fox Grove Management Office | 4x2 | 4BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| 3927 Dunnica Ave, Unit 1F | 3927 Dunnica Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 3923 Dunnica Ave, Unit 3923 1st Floor | 3923 Dunnica Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Alexian Court | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $0.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about McKinley Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in McKinley Heights?
There are currently 709 Apartments for Rent in McKinley Heights, MO with pricing that ranges from $200 to $7,935. There are also 120 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in McKinley Heights ranging from $627 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in McKinley Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in McKinley Heights ranges from $627 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,624.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in McKinley Heights?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in McKinley Heights range from $674 to $5,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $775.
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