Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $400 (37 Rentals)

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Heritage House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Heritage House

2800 Olive StSt. Louis, MO 63103
Senior Living
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Lucas Heights
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lucas Heights

3040 Delmar BlvdSt. Louis, MO 63103
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The Michelangelo
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Michelangelo

4049 W Pine BlvdSt. Louis, MO 63108
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South Spring Property
2 Bedroom Apartments

South Spring Property

1650 S Spring AveSt. Louis, MO 63110
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Clayton Ave Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Clayton Ave Apartments

3908-3918 Clayton AveSt. Louis, MO 63110
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Phyllis Wheatley
2 Bedroom Apartments

Phyllis Wheatley

2709 Locust StSt. Louis, MO 63103
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4020 Lindell Blvd.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4020 Lindell Blvd.

4020 Lindell BlvdSt. Louis, MO 63108
Student Housing
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Drake Plaza Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Drake Plaza Apartments

3307 Olive StSt. Louis, MO 63103
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3301 Park Ave.
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3301 Park Ave.

3301 Park AveSt. Louis, MO 63104
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The Nash
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Nash

3000 Locust StSt. Louis, MO 63103
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3305 Park Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

3305 Park Ave

3305 Park AveSt. Louis, MO 63104
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The Becton
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Becton

3029 Lafayette AveSt. Louis, MO 63104
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The Donatello
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Donatello

3960-3962 W Pine BlvdSt. Louis, MO 63108
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3643 McRee Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

3643 McRee Ave

3643 McRee AveSt. Louis, MO 63110
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St. Louis Living: Your Local Expert's Guide to Neighborhoods and Renting

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Midtown, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Midtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown area of St. Louis, MO is a Studio unit found at Midtown 300 priced from $775. Icon has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $775. Here are the most affordable Midtown apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Midtown 300StudioStudio,1BA$775
IconPrivate Bedroom4BR,2BA$775
Council Tower ApartmentsAffordable StudioStudio,1BA$781
3717-21 Westminster LLC0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$825
The Continental Life BuildingBush Stadium1BR,1BA$830
Caroline PlaceA11BR,1BA$850
Gallery Central West EndRegular StudioStudio,1BA$865
West Pine Lofts2B 2B2BR,2BA$869
House at Westminster Place 55+ Years Senior1 BR / 1BA1BR,1BA$910
Renaissance Place at Grand ApartmentsOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown, MO

As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown area is the $1.31 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath Model at Laclede Lofts in the in the Cheltenham neighborhood starting from $1,635. The second greatest value Midtown apartment is the A1 Model at Wireworks Lofts starting at $1,641 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the Lafayette Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Laclede LoftsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.31
Wireworks LoftsA11BR,1BA$1.60
University Plaza Apartments2 BR/1 BA2BR,1BA$1.12
Vandy Housevan-2bb2BR,1BA$1.61
The Continental Life BuildingMoolah Theater 22BR,1BA$1.64
38 Park Apartments2BR/1BA2BR,1BA$1.50
Renaissance Place at Grand ApartmentsOne Bedroom Garden1BR,1BA$1.34
3717-21 Westminster LLC0BR/1.0BAStudio ,1BA$1.24
Westminster Place Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.51
Caroline PlaceA11BR,1BA$1.29

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

A Local Experts guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the St. Louis, MO metro area for affordable living. Find your perfect Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at apartmenthomeliving.com

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Missouri including Midtown, Saint Louis, and the greater St. Louis area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, multifamily communities for the kids, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Midtown?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown is under $925.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown?

The cheapest apartment in Midtown is The Continental Life Building which is listed at $830, while the average apartment in Midtown costs $2,205.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown?

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 197 regular apartments in Midtown 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?

Cheap apartments in Midtown have an average cost of $1,045 which is $1,160 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Helpful Local Expert Guides

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the 10 Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in St. Louis

Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee

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

Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee

Finding the right neighborhood to rent near your St. Louis college or university isn’t just about convenience.

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St. Louis Living: Your Local Experts Guide to Neighborhoods and Renting

Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee

St. Louis is a historic city of neighborhoods — nearly 80 of them — each with its own personality, rhythm, and everyday comforts.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.