Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown St Louis Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $400 (21 Rentals)
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Midtown St Louis, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown St Louis?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown St Louis Studio Apartments | $1,205 | $775 | $1,895 |
| Midtown St Louis 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,568 | $437 | $2,128 |
| Midtown St Louis 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $489 | $2,895 |
| Midtown St Louis 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,158 | $455 | $4,550 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Midtown St Louis Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available Midtown St Louis Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown St Louis area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at 3010 Apartments priced from $437. Coronado Place and Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $455. Here are the most affordable Midtown St Louis apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3010 Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $437 |
| Coronado Place and Towers | The Scott | 3BR,1BA | $455 |
| Gateway on Grand | D2 | 4BR,2BA | $572 |
| Midtown 300 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Caroline Place Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath- Comfort Option | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown St Louis, MO
As of October 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Midtown St Louis area is the $1.46 price per square foot van-3bb Model at Vandy House in the in the Central West End neighborhood starting from $1,645. The second greatest value Midtown St Louis apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at 6 North Apartments starting at $1,684 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Cheltenham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown St Louis apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vandy House | van-3bb | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 6 North Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Melrose Apartments | melr-2bb | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| University Plaza Apartments | 2 BR/1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Coronado Place and Towers | The Platinum | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| West Pine Lofts | 2B 2B | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| The Donatello | 2 Bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 38 Park Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| Caroline Place Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath- Comfort Option | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 3010 Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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Getting Around the Midtown St Louis Neighborhood in Saint Louis, MO
Walk Score®
67 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
64 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
50 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown St Louis Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown St Louis?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown St Louis is under $1,020.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown St Louis?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown St Louis is 3010 Apartments which is listed at $437, while the average apartment in Midtown St Louis costs $1,780.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown St Louis?
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 39 regular apartments in Midtown St Louis 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 Midtown St Louis?
Cheap apartments in Midtown St Louis have an average cost of $307 which is $1,473 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown St Louis.
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