
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Velda City Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO from $500 (33 Rentals)
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7121-7159 Lexington Ave

3742 Melba Pl

The Legends at Pasadena Hills

5657 Roosevelt Pl

1195 Belrue Ave

5919 Sherry Ave
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5657 Roosevelt Pl

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Springwood Apartments

Metro at 70

Norwood

5851 Ferris Ave

4331 Rozier Dr

3738 Sylvan Pl
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7205 Calvin Ave

8521 Clifton Ave

6506 Lillian Ave

6342 Lena Ave

5461 Hamilton Ave
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Velda City, St. Louis, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Velda City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Velda City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $852 | $650 | $950 |
| Velda City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $845 | $3,765 |
| Velda City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $1,050 | $5,766 |
| Velda City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,518 | $1,454 | $1,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Velda City Neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO.
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Cheapest Available Velda City Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Velda City area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Springwood Apartments priced from $830. Norwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Velda City apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springwood Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Norwood | 1BD 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| The Legends at Pasadena Hills | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| University Villa Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Velda City, MO
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Velda City area is the $0.98 price per square foot 4947 Cote Brilliante Ave Model at 4947 Cote Brilliante Ave, Unit 4947 #1 in the in the Lewis Place neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Velda City apartment is the 5934 Plymouth Ave Model at 5934 Plymouth Ave, Unit Spacious Duplex starting at $1,600 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Wells neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Velda City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4947 Cote Brilliante Ave, Unit 4947 #1 | 4947 Cote Brilliante Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| 5934 Plymouth Ave, Unit Spacious Duplex | 5934 Plymouth Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| The Legends at Pasadena Hills | 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Norwood | 1BD 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| University Villa Apartments | Two Bed One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Springwood Apartments | 1 bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleVelda City, Saint Louis, MO
Ranked #114
Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Velda City Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Velda City?
The cheapest apartment in Velda City is Springwood Apartments which is listed at $830, while the average apartment in Velda City costs $1,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Velda 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 1 regular apartments in Velda 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 Velda City?
Cheap apartments in Velda City have an average cost of $317 which is $1,183 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Velda City.
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