Studio Apartments for Rent in University City, MO (46 Rentals)

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Encore at Forest Park

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The Ambassador (The Stetson)

Cortona at Forest Park

Dorchester

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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 | $1,475 | $569 | $3,829 |
University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,015 | $550 | $3,865 |
University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,326 | $669 | $5,319 |
University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,388 | $687 | $5,600 |
University City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,696 | $893 | $2,500 |
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Largest Available University City Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in University City, MO is found at Expo at Forest Park in the Hi-Point neighborhood and is 650 square feet priced from $1,780. Dorchester has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 565 square feet and currently listed start at $1,355. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in University City:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Expo at Forest Park | Saint Louis II - South A6 Studio | 650 Sq Ft | $1,780 |
Dorchester | dor-0bTE | 565 Sq Ft | $1,355 |
The Era Collective | Annex Studio 551 | 551 Sq Ft | $1,045 |
CWE | Studio - EMB05 | 550 Sq Ft | $885 |
The Oliver | Oak | 536 Sq Ft | $1,399 |
McKenzie | Studio | 462 Sq Ft | $1,700 |
Tanjiers | Studio | 404 Sq Ft | $938 |
Chelsea | Studio | 402 Sq Ft | $1,399 |
St. Luke's Plaza Apartments | Studio | 340 Sq Ft | $569 |
Cheapest Available University City Studio Apartments
As of June 29, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in University City, MO is the Studio Model starting from $569 at St. Luke's Plaza Apartments in the Cheltenham neighborhood. The second most affordable University City Studio is the Congress Studio 256 Model at The Era Collective starting at $838 in the Hi-Point neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in University City is currently $1,475. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in University City:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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St. Luke's Plaza Apartments | Studio | $569 |
The Era Collective | Congress Studio 256 | $838 |
CWE | Studio - EMB05 | $885 |
Tanjiers | Studio | $938 |
Expo at Forest Park | London - S1 Studio | $1,325 |
Dorchester | dor-0bTE | $1,355 |
Chelsea | Studio | $1,399 |
The Oliver | Oak | $1,399 |
McKenzie | Studio | $1,700 |
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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 Studio University City Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in University City with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in University City is at St. Luke's Plaza Apartments listed at $569.
How much is the average rent for a Studio University City Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in University City is $1,475.
What is the largest available Studio University City Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in University City is a 650 square feet unit starting from $1,780 at Expo at Forest Park.
What is the average size for University City Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in University City is currently 504 sq ft.
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