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property at 6506 Lillian Ave

$750

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 22

6506 Lillian Ave

JenningsMO63136

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Penrose, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Regency at Saint LouisStudioStudio,1BA$679
Fairgrounds Park Place ApartmentsThe Cypress - 1Br / 1Ba1BR,1BA$680
Homer G. Phillips Apartments for 55 and olderOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$765
5345-49 Cabanne1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$800
Sullivan Place Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Penrose, MO

As of June 18, 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 4626 Enright Ave Model at 4626 Enright Ave starting at $1,100 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Cheltenham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Penrose apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
4628 Enright Ave, Unit 24628 Enright Ave3BR,1BA$0.87
4626 Enright Ave4626 Enright Ave2BR,1BA$0.73
2026 E Adelaide Ave, Unit Downstairs2026 E Adelaide Ave2BR,1BA$0.83
2030 E Fair Ave, Unit Fair ave2030 E Fair Ave2BR,1BA$0.50
5126 Lexington Ave, Unit 25126 Lexington Ave2BR,1BA$0.75
Homer G. Phillips Apartments for 55 and olderTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$0.88
College Hill Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$0.95
College Hill ApartmentsTownhome2BR,1.5BA$0.95
1527 E Grand Blvd2 bed2BR,1.5BA$0.88
4839 Hammett Pl, Unit 4839 Hammett Pl4839 Hammett Pl2BR,1BA$0.84

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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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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Penrose, Saint Louis, MO

Ranked #162

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Penrose

What type of rentals are currently available in Penrose?

There are currently 186 Apartments for Rent in Penrose, MO with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,625. There are also 55 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Penrose ranging from $249 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Penrose?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Penrose ranges from $249 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,198.

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

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

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.