Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University City Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $500 (48 Rentals)

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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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property at 7119 Amherst Ave

$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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7119 Amherst Ave

University CityMO63130

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Leland Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Leland Apartments

876-886 Leland AveUniversity City, MO 63130
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Parkview Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Gardens

Syracuse 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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From Arch to Apartment: The St. Louis Insider's Guide to Renting Near the Area's Top Employers

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705 Interdrive LLC
1 to 3 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 6309 Delmar Blvd priced from $1,100. Bel Aire Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,110. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
6309 Delmar Blvd2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,100
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom_1 Bath 2BR,1BA$1,110
Oaks on Bonhomme1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,132
Gulf Drive Townhomes1 Bed (Standard, Patio)1BR,1BA$1,165
Brickline Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,200
Fontainebleau ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,210
705 Interdrive LLC1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,350
6659 Kingsbury Blvd3 bd3BR,3BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, MO

As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $0.87 price per square foot 4-Bed Model at Kingsland Courtyard in the in the Wells neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 3x1 Model at 6273 Delmar Blvd starting at $1,950 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Central West End 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.
Kingsland Courtyard4-Bed4BR,4BA$0.87
6273 Delmar Blvd3x13BR,1BA$1.50
7046 Forsyth Blvd7046 Forsyth Blvd2BR,1BA$1.36
6659 Kingsbury Blvd3 bd3BR,3BA$1.27
Oaks on Bonhomme2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.45
6309 Delmar Blvd2 Bedroom Furnished2BR,1BA$1.15
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom_1 Bath 2BR,1BA$1.18
150-152 N Brentwood1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.57
Gulf Drive Townhomes1 Bed (Standard, Patio)1BR,1BA$1.48
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

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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University City, Saint Louis, MO

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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 $1,400.

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

The cheapest apartment in University City is Oaks on Bonhomme which is listed at $1,132, while the average apartment in University City costs $2,810.

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 259 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 $1,137 which is $1,673 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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Written by: Taryn Shorr-Mckee

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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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.