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property at 5965 Cates Ave

5965 Cates Ave

St. LouisMO63112

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7119 Amherst Ave

University CityMO63130

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University City, MO Local Guide

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 $655. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
St. Luke's Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$569
Forest Park ApartmentsThe Cardinal1BR,1BA$655
Winston Churchill Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$678
The Era CollectiveCongress Studio 300Studio,1BA$785
Oakview Lyndover Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$795
Oak Park Apartments1 Bedroom_1 Bath 1BR,1BA$865
CWEStudio - EMB05Studio,1BA$871
Delmar Loop ApartmentsStudio - DLA450Studio,1BA$900
Woodson Park Apartments2 Bedroom Garden Remodel2BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, MO

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $1.13 price per square foot 3Bd 2Bath Model at 5909 Cates Ave in the in the Central West End neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 4-Bed Model at King's Court starting at $1,300 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Wells neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5909 Cates Ave3Bd 2Bath3BR,2BA$1.13
King's Court4-Bed4BR,4BA$0.87
5875 Washington Blvd, Unit 1st Floor5875 Washington Blvd3BR,1BA$1.25
5875 Washington, 2nd FL5875 Washington, 2nd FL3BR,1BA$1.25
San Rafael Townhomes3 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhome3BR,1.5BA$1.11
6659 Garner Ave, Unit 2nd Floor6659 Garner Ave2BR,1BA$0.89
1319 Woodland Dr, Unit #21319 Woodland Dr1BR,1BA$1.15
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom_1 Bath 2BR,1BA$1.14
Winston Churchill Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02
Forest Park ApartmentsThe Blues1BR,1BA$1.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about University City

What type of rentals are currently available in University City?

There are currently 671 Apartments for Rent in University City, MO with pricing that ranges from $550 to $5,554. There are also 144 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City ranging from $400 to $6,150.

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 $400 to $6,150 with an average monthly rent of $2,221.

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 $5,554, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $400 to $4,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $893.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.