
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Penrose Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $400 (40 Rentals)
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1333 Walton Ave

4362 Maffitt Ave

4129 Turner Ave

4922 Davison Ave

4221 Dardenne Dr

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2030 E Fair Ave, Unit Fair ave

4424 Marcus Ave
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The Regency at Saint Louis

4732 W Florissant Ave, Unit 1st Floor

4119 Carter Ave, Unit 4119 West Carter

4931 Plover Ave

4935 Alcott Ave

4460 Bircher Blvd, Unit 4460 Bircher Blvd.

3819 Kossuth Ave

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744 Walton Ave
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3867 Ashland Ave, Unit 3867 1st Floor

Homer G. Phillips Apartments for 55 and older

5478 Queens Ave, Unit 1S

5657 Roosevelt Pl

5919 Sherry Ave

5657 Roosevelt Pl

4642 Farlin Ave

5345-49 Cabanne
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4839 Hammett Pl, Unit 4839 Hammett Pl

4641 Washington Ave

5706 Thekla

Stratford Manor

Hopewell Senior Village

Hyde Park Village

Vandeventer Place II - Senior 55+ years

Fairgrounds Park Place Apartments
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PT Bosley Estates

4521 Oakwood Ave

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Archway Commons

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Calvary Apartments

6506 Lillian Ave
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Penrose, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Penrose?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrose Studio Apartments | $743 | $649 | $1,170 |
| Penrose 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,047 | $650 | $1,595 |
| Penrose 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,317 | $600 | $2,625 |
| Penrose 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,216 | $1,050 | $1,350 |
| Penrose 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,450 | $1,450 | $1,450 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Penrose Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available Penrose Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Penrose area of St. Louis, MO is a Studio unit found at The Regency at Saint Louis priced from $679. Fairgrounds Park Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $680. Here are the most affordable Penrose apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Regency at Saint Louis | Studio | Studio,1BA | $679 |
| Fairgrounds Park Place Apartments | The Cypress - 1Br / 1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $680 |
| Homer G. Phillips Apartments for 55 and older | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| 5345-49 Cabanne | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Sullivan Place Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penrose, MO
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Penrose area is the $0.87 price per square foot 4628 Enright Ave Model at 4628 Enright Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Cheltenham neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Penrose apartment is the 2026 E Adelaide Ave Model at 2026 E Adelaide Ave, Unit Downstairs starting at $1,200 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Lewis Place neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penrose apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4628 Enright Ave, Unit 2 | 4628 Enright Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 2026 E Adelaide Ave, Unit Downstairs | 2026 E Adelaide Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 2030 E Fair Ave, Unit Fair ave | 2030 E Fair Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.50 |
| 5126 Lexington Ave, Unit 2 | 5126 Lexington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.75 |
| Homer G. Phillips Apartments for 55 and older | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
| College Hill Apartments | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| 1527 E Grand Blvd | 2 bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
| 4947 Cote Brilliante Ave, Unit 4947 #1 | 4947 Cote Brilliante Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 4839 Hammett Pl, Unit 4839 Hammett Pl | 4839 Hammett Pl | 2BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| 4119 Carter Ave, Unit 4119 West Carter | 4119 Carter Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestylePenrose, Saint Louis, MO
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Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Penrose, Saint Louis, MO
Ashland Elementary And Br.
Yeatman-Liddell Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Penrose Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Penrose?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Penrose is at The Regency at Saint Louis listed at $679.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Penrose Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Penrose Apartment is $680 at Fairgrounds Park Place Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Penrose Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Penrose is starting from $900 at 1527 E Grand Blvd.
What is the most affordable Penrose Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Penrose Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Savoy Place and starts from $1,250.
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