Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mehlville Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $500 (23 Rentals)

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Kinswood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kinswood Apartments

1147 Kinslar DrSt. Louis, MO 63129
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Hickory House Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickory House Apartments

3723 Hickory House LnSt. Louis, MO 63125
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Lemay Manor II
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lemay Manor II

3950 Adworth DrSt. Louis, MO 63125
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Hallmark Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hallmark Apartments

3600 Hallmark LnSt. Louis, MO 63125
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Forder Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Forder Apartments

304-342 Forder RdSt. Louis, MO 63129
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Vescovo Townhomes
3 Bedroom Apartments

Vescovo Townhomes

3605-3685 Vescovo DrSt. Louis, MO 63125
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THE OAKS AT SOUTH COUNTY
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

THE OAKS AT SOUTH COUNTY

1194 Casa Brazilia DrSt. Louis, MO 63129
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10203 Marble Arch
1 Bedroom Apartments

10203 Marble Arch

10203 Marble Arch LnAffton, MO 63123

Mehlville, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mehlville Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mehlville area of St. Louis, MO is a Studio unit found at Taravue Park priced from $795. Jefferson Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Mehlville apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Taravue ParkCumberlandStudio,1BA$795
Jefferson TownhomesOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$810
Kingston ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$849
Covington Place Apartments1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$907
ReNew on Blues Apartments & TownhomesA11BR,1BA$970

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mehlville, MO

As of October 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mehlville area is the $1.37 price per square foot Strata Model at Canyon Creek in the in the River Breeze Estates neighborhood starting from $1,475. The second greatest value Mehlville apartment is the Two Bedroom Updated Model at Green Park Gardens starting at $1,300 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the St George neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mehlville apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Canyon CreekStrata2BR,1.5BA$1.37
Green Park GardensTwo Bedroom Updated2BR,2BA$1.44
ReNew Cross CreekValencia1BR,1BA$1.52
Covington Place Apartments1 Bedroom and 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.33
Jefferson TownhomesOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.33
2530 Telegraph Rd, Unit 2530-F2530 Telegraph Rd1BR,1BA$1.13
2534 Telegraph Rd, Unit 2534-C2534 Telegraph Rd1BR,1BA$1.23
ReNew on Blues Apartments & TownhomesA11BR,1BA$1.82
Taravue ParkCumberlandStudio ,1BA$1.72
Kingston ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.46

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Local Guide To the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in St. Louis

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mehlville, Saint Louis, MO

Ranked #75

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States and customized analysis for Southwest St. Louis, MO. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Mehlville Neighborhood in Saint Louis, MO

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mehlville Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Mehlville?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mehlville is under $1,475.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mehlville?

The cheapest apartment in Mehlville is Jefferson Townhomes which is listed at $810, while the average apartment in Mehlville costs $1,768.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mehlville?

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 4 regular apartments in Mehlville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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I’m Taryn, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com team Local Expert for St. Louis, Missouri. Nicknamed “a city of neighborhoods,” St. Louis has nearly 80 distinct communities, each with unique characteristics setting it apart from others.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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