Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $500 (40 Rentals)

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5-9 Del-Lin Drive
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

5-9 Del-Lin Drive

5-9 Del Lin DrSt. Louis, MO 63105
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Perdue Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Perdue Park

1100-1162 Midland BlvdSt. Louis, MO 63130
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AVA Student Housing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

AVA Student Housing

6405 Cates AveSt. Louis, MO 63130
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Albert Hall
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Albert Hall

6136 Delmar BlvdSt. Louis, MO 63112
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Parkview Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Gardens

Syracuse AveUniversity City, MO 63130
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Leland Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Leland Apartments

876-886 Leland AveUniversity City, MO 63130
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Castlereagh Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Castlereagh Apartments

6820 Delmar BlvdUniversity City, MO 63130
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7350 Lindell Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

7350 Lindell Blvd

7350 Lindell BlvdUniversity City, MO 63130
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6608 Clemens Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

6608 Clemens Ave

6608 Clemens AveUniversity City, MO 63130
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The Envoy Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Envoy Apartments

8701 Delmar BlvdUniversity City, MO 63124
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705 Interdrive LLC
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

705 Interdrive LLC

705 InterdriveUniversity City, MO 63130

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University City, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City area of St. Louis, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at ReNew Centennial priced from $1,005. Bel Aire Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
ReNew CentennialParker2BR,1BA$1,005
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom_1 Bath 2BR,1BA$1,075
Fontainebleau ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,099
Everly on The LoopC3 Penthouse3BR,3BA$1,100
The Oaks on Bonhomme1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,114
Wild Cherry Apartments3BR/1.5BA3BR,1BA$1,175
The DistrictPine2BR,1BA$1,199
Forsyth Apartment1031BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, MO

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $0.87 price per square foot 4-Bed Model at King's Court in the in the Wells neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 3BR/1.5BA Model at Wild Cherry Apartments starting at $1,175 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Vinita Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
King's Court4-Bed4BR,4BA$0.87
Wild Cherry Apartments3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$0.94
7212 Forsyth Blvd, Unit 1W7212 Forsyth Blvd2BR,1BA$1.13
7046 Forsyth Blvd, Unit 1W7046 Forsyth Blvd2BR,1BA$1.18
Forsyth Apartment1031BR,1BA$1.18
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom_1 Bath 2BR,1BA$1.14
7234 Amherst Ave, Unit 1E7234 Amherst Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
The Oaks on Bonhomme1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.33
Fontainebleau ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37
6300 Cates Ave, Unit 1E6300 Cates Ave1BR,1BA$1.29

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

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Missouri including University City, Saint Louis, and the greater St. Louis area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University City?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University City is under $1,295.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City?

The cheapest apartment in University City is Fontainebleau Apartments which is listed at $1,099, while the average apartment in University City costs $3,600.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University City?

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 56 regular apartments in University City 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 University City?

Cheap apartments in University City have an average cost of $1,197 which is $2,403 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.