1960 Semple Ave
St. LouisMO63112
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University City, MO Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent a home in University City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,575 | $850 | $3,495 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,031 | $500 | $4,100 |
| University City 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,500 | $2,500 | $2,500 |
| University City 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,438 | $1,000 | $1,876 |
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Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in University City, MO is a Studio unit found at St. Luke's Plaza Apartments in the Cheltenham neighborhood priced from $569. Forest Park Apartments in the Cheltenham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $635. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Luke's Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $569 |
| Forest Park Apartments | The Cardinal | 1BR,1BA | $635 |
| Winston Churchill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $678 |
| The Era Collective | Westmoreland Studio | Studio,1BA | $735 |
| Oakview Lyndover Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| San Rafael Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $835 |
| Oak Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom_1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Eden Rock Apartments | 1 Bedroom_1 Bath_541 sq ft | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, MO
As of July 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $0.87 price per square foot 4-Bed Model at King's Court in the in the Wells neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 3Bd 2Bath Model at 5909 Cates Ave starting at $1,700 with a $1.13 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| King's Court | 4-Bed | 4BR,4BA | $0.87 |
| 5909 Cates Ave | 3Bd 2Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 7230 W Park Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 7230 W Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Wild Cherry Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| 7325 Balson Ave, Unit 2W | 7325 Balson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom_1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Primm Place | 2x1 Garden Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| San Rafael Townhomes | 1 Bed 1 Bath Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Winston Churchill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Forest Park Apartments | The Cardinal | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in University City?
There are currently 660 Apartments for Rent in University City, MO with pricing that ranges from $550 to $8,246. There are also 130 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City ranging from $500 to $4,100.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University City ranges from $500 to $4,100 with an average monthly rent of $1,721.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University City?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University City range from $687 to $5,970, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $500 to $4,100. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $893.
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