1195 Belrue Ave
St. LouisMO63130
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $500 (28 Rentals)
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ReNew Centennial
8650 Kingsbridge DrSt. Louis, MO 63132
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from $1,099Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 7
Fontainebleau Apartments
1001 N McKnight RdSt. Louis, MO 63132
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Clayton Square Apartments
7916 Kingsbury BlvdSt. Louis, MO 63105
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from $1,2001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1
The District
633 N McKnight RdSt. Louis, MO 63132
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University Commons
900 Westgate AveUniversity City, MO 63130
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from $1,1002 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 15
7234 Amherst Ave, Unit 2E
7234 Amherst AveUniversity City, MO 63130
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The Oaks on Bonhomme
8669 Old Towne DrUniversity City, MO 63132
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Gulf Drive Townhomes
8511 Gulf DrVinita Park, MO 63130
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from $1,2253 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Wild Cherry Apartments
1001-1031 North and South RdUniversity City, MO 63130
7225 Tulane Ave
University CityMO63130
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from $1,3251 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 1
150-152 N Brentwood
150-152 N Brentwood BlvdClayton, MO 63105
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University City, St. Louis, MO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City Studio Apartments | $1,920 | $1,099 | $3,829 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,393 | $550 | $3,926 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,665 | $669 | $5,285 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,255 | $687 | $6,794 |
| University City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,046 | $893 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at ReNew Centennial priced from $905. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| ReNew Centennial | Tannen | 1BR,1BA | $905 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom_1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Oaks on Bonhomme | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,132 |
| Gulf Drive Townhomes | 1 Bed (Standard, Patio) | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | A10 | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Wild Cherry Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Square on Delmar | Delmar 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| 7355 Lindell Blvd | 2 Bed, 1 Bath (Furnished or Unfurnished) | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Vanguard Crossing | Van Gogh | 1BR,1BA | $1,689 |
| McKenzie | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, MO
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $1.22 price per square foot 7238 Forsyth Blvd Model at 7238 Forsyth Blvd, Unit 7238 in the in the Franz Park neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 7240 Forsyth Blvd Model at 7240 Forsyth Blvd, Unit 7240 starting at $2,195 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Franz Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 7238 Forsyth Blvd, Unit 7238 | 7238 Forsyth Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 7240 Forsyth Blvd, Unit 7240 | 7240 Forsyth Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 7208 Forsyth Blvd, Unit 1 East | 7208 Forsyth Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| King's Court | 4-Bed | 4BR,4BA | $0.87 |
| 7124 Tulane Ave | 7124 Tulane Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Wild Cherry Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom_1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Hawthorne Apartments | A10 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| The Oaks on Bonhomme | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Gulf Drive Townhomes | 1 Bed (Standard, Patio) | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
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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!
Getting Around the University City Neighborhood in Saint Louis, MO
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City?
The cheapest apartment in University City is ReNew Centennial which is listed at $885, while the average apartment in University City costs $2,844.
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 104 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 $922 which is $1,922 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.
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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.