
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in University City, MO (289 Rentals)


Oaks on Bonhomme

University Commons

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6300 Cates Ave, Unit 1E, Unit 1E

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7505 Pershing Ave, Unit 2E, Unit 2E

Balson Apartments

705 Interdrive LLC

8042 Delmar Blvd

1085 Midland Blvd

6843 Crest Dr
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Hafner Court Apartments

Loop Luxury Apartments

Parkview Gardens

7350 Lindell Blvd

Hawthorne Apartments

Castlereagh Apartments

6608 Clemens Ave

Greenway Apartments

Parkview Place
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7355 Lindell Blvd

Clayton on the Park

Avenir

Bemiston Place Apartments

Two Twelve Clayton

Altair at the Heights

Ceylon

Hudson

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Tribeca

Lofts at Forest Park

The Oliver

Station House

Expo at Forest Park

The Clover at Olive Crossing

The Era Collective

Gulf Drive Townhomes

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The Barton Apartments

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Irvington Place

Vivienne

The Square on Delmar

Encore at Forest Park

Arrive Brentwood I

Brickline Apartments

Cortona at Forest Park

Villas at Brentwood

Residences at Delmar Divine

CWE

Everly on The Loop
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City Studio Apartments | $1,399 | $725 | $2,289 |
University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,736 | $550 | $3,395 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,159 | $669 | $5,593 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,291 | $687 | $5,807 |
| University City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,144 | $893 | $5,395 |
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Largest Available University City 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in University City, MO is found at Villas at Brentwood in the Hi-Point neighborhood and is 1,095 square feet priced from $2,060. Expo at Forest Park has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,038 square feet and currently listed start at $2,995. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in University City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas at Brentwood | D | 1,095 Sq Ft | $2,060 |
| Expo at Forest Park | Zaragoza Penthouse - 1 Bedroom with a Den | 1,038 Sq Ft | $2,995 |
| The Era Collective | Senate 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 935 Sq Ft | $1,252 |
| Dorchester | dor-1bTJ | 935 Sq Ft | $1,640 |
| Clara Park Apartments | One Bedroom | 900 Sq Ft | $1,225 |
| Avenir | Lucida+ | 865 Sq Ft | $2,300 |
| Lofts at Forest Park | A1 | 863 Sq Ft | $1,500 |
| Bemiston Place Apartments | Fox Premium | 851 Sq Ft | $2,974 |
| Oaks on Bonhomme | 1 Bed | 840 Sq Ft | $1,129 |
| Hudson | One Bedroom | 600 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
Cheapest Available University City 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of April 12, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in University City, MO is the The Cardinal Model starting from $701 at Forest Park Apartments in the Cheltenham neighborhood. The second most affordable University City 1 Bedroom is the 1 bedroom Model at Oakview Lyndover Apartments starting at $795 in the Ellendale neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University City is currently $1,736. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in University City:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Apartments | The Cardinal | $701 |
| Oakview Lyndover Apartments | 1 bedroom | $795 |
| Oak Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom_1 Bath | $895 |
| Delmar Loop Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath - DLA575 | $900 |
| The Park Lux | Triumph on the Park 1 Bedroom | $900 |
| Soho Towers | A3 | $900 |
| The Era Collective | Congress 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 660 | $912 |
| Echo STL | Poseidon | $950 |
| St. Luke's Plaza | 1 Bed/1Bath | $967 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom University City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in University City with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in University City is at Forest Park Apartments listed at $701.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom University City Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in University City is $1,736.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom University City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in University City is a 1,095 square feet unit starting from $2,060 at Villas at Brentwood.
What is the average size for University City 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in University City is currently 600 sq ft.
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