
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in University City, MO (269 Rentals)


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University City, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University City Studio Apartments | $1,428 | $569 | $3,426 |
University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,003 | $550 | $3,815 |
University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,286 | $669 | $5,389 |
University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,399 | $687 | $7,440 |
University City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $893 | $893 | $893 |
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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 Hawthorne Apartments in the Vinita Terrace neighborhood and is 1,129 square feet priced from $1,465. Bemiston Place Apartments in the Hi-Point neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,120 square feet and currently listed start at $3,362. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in University City:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Hawthorne Apartments | A13 | 1,129 Sq Ft | $1,465 |
Bemiston Place Apartments | Meeker Premium | 1,120 Sq Ft | $3,362 |
Villas at Brentwood | Ds | 1,037 Sq Ft | $1,815 |
Expo at Forest Park | San Francisco Mezzanine - 1 Bedroom with a Den | 994 Sq Ft | $3,075 |
Avenir | Futura | 940 Sq Ft | $2,500 |
Dorchester | dor-1bTJ | 935 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
Two Twelve Clayton | Unit 07 | 933 Sq Ft | $2,748 |
Station House - A New Community. | A5a+ | 930 Sq Ft | $1,436 |
The Park Lux | Executive One Bed w Office | 800 Sq Ft | $849 |
Cheapest Available University City 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 08, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in University City, MO is the The Cardinal Model starting from $635 at Forest Park Apartments in the Cheltenham neighborhood. The second most affordable University City 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Winston Churchill Apartments starting at $678 in the Central West End neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in University City is currently $2,003. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in University City:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Forest Park Apartments | The Cardinal | $635 |
Winston Churchill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $678 |
St. Luke's Plaza Apartments | One Bedroom | $705 |
Oakview Lyndover Apartments | 1 bedroom | $795 |
The Era Collective | Westmoreland 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 820 | $831 |
San Rafael Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Townhome | $835 |
The Park Lux | Executive One Bed w Office | $849 |
Echo STL | Artemis | $850 |
West Forest View | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $850 |
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Getting Around University City, MO
Walk Score®
70 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
57 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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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 $635.
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 $2,003.
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 1,129 square feet unit starting from $1,465 at Hawthorne Apartments.
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 948 sq ft.
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