
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Garden Neighborhood of St. Louis, MO from $700 (21 Rentals)
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2635 Brannon Ave, Unit 2F

Harmony on the Park

Hampton Gardens

5825 Southwest

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2208 Portis Ave, Unit 2208

4109 Hartford St
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The Rail

4950 Magnolia Ave

2111 Maury Ave

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4221 Botanical Ave, Unit 4219 2E

1916 Knox Ave

3133 Alfred Ave, Unit 3133
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2009 Maury Ave

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2700 Macklind Ave

Moda at the Hill
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Southwest Garden, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Garden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Garden Studio Apartments | $1,172 | $745 | $1,315 |
| Southwest Garden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,533 | $800 | $2,049 |
| Southwest Garden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,742 | $1,150 | $2,658 |
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Cheapest Available Southwest Garden Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Garden area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Harmony on the Park priced from $950. 5825 Southwest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here are the most affordable Southwest Garden apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harmony on the Park | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 5825 Southwest | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| The Rail | Commuter | 1BR,1BA | $1,451 |
| Moda at the Hill | The Grant | Studio,1BA | $1,585 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Garden, MO
As of July 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Garden area is the $1.67 price per square foot 4221 Botanical Ave Model at 4221 Botanical Ave, Unit 4219 2E in the in the Cheltenham neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Southwest Garden apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Harmony on the Park starting at $1,150 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Cheltenham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Garden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4221 Botanical Ave, Unit 4219 2E | 4221 Botanical Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Harmony on the Park | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 3133 Alfred Ave, Unit 3133 | 3133 Alfred Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| The Rail | Locomotive | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| 5825 Southwest | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Moda at the Hill | The Grant | Studio ,1BA | $2.77 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Garden, St. Louis, MO
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Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Garden Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Garden?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Garden is Harmony on the Park which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Southwest Garden costs $1,695.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Garden?
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 37 regular apartments in Southwest Garden that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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