
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Princeton Heights Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO from $800 (25 Rentals)
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225 Upton St, Unit 1st Floor

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4992 Mardel Ave, Unit 1F

3660 Bates St

4949 Lindenwood Ave
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3927 Tholozan Ave

5468 Cologne Ave

3863 Meramec St, Unit A

5001 Tholozan Ave

3863 Meramec St, Unit B

6430 Hampton Ave, Unit 6430
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3325 Lawn Ave, Unit 3327 1F

5834 Nottingham Ave

221 Upton St, Unit 1F

4956 Holly Hills Ave

5401 Eichelberger St, Unit 2D

3868 Meramec St
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3969 Potomac St

4634 Ray Ave

4177 Schiller Pl

4926 Finkman St

4442 Bingham Ave

6025 Carlsbad Ave
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Princeton Heights, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Princeton Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,495 | $875 | $2,250 |
| Princeton Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,905 | $1,250 | $2,995 |
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There are currently 25 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Princeton Heights Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available Princeton Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Princeton Heights area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Aboussie Pavilion priced from $499. 4205 Ellenwood Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Princeton Heights apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aboussie Pavilion | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $499 |
| 4205 Ellenwood Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 4227 Ellenwood Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Oak Park Apartments | 1Bd/1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Princeton Heights, MO
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Princeton Heights area is the $0.67 price per square foot 5239 Bancroft Ave Model at 5239 Bancroft Ave in the in the The Hill neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Princeton Heights apartment is the 3933 Fillmore St Model at 3933 Fillmore St, Unit Unit A - 2nd Floor starting at $1,300 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Dutchtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Princeton Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5239 Bancroft Ave | 5239 Bancroft Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.67 |
| 3933 Fillmore St, Unit Unit A - 2nd Floor | 3933 Fillmore St | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 4014a Potomac St | 4014a Potomac St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 4014 Potomac St | 4014 Potomac St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 4016 Potomac | 4016 Potomac | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 3654 Neosho St, Unit 1E | 3654 Neosho St | 1BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| 5211 Jamieson Ave, Unit A | 5211 Jamieson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 3927 Dunnica Ave, Unit 1F | 3927 Dunnica Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 5055 Chippewa St, Unit 5057 A | 5055 Chippewa St | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Aboussie Pavilion | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Princeton Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in Princeton Heights?
There are currently 499 Apartments for Rent in Princeton Heights, MO with pricing that ranges from $650 to $7,432. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Princeton Heights ranging from $875 to $2,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Princeton Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Princeton Heights ranges from $875 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,499.
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