Cheap Homes for Rent in University City, MO from $800 (46 Rentals)

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property at 5803 Waterman Blvd

$900 - $1,800

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$900 - $1,800
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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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5803 Waterman Blvd

St. LouisMO63112

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property at 1229 Louisville Ave

$1,025

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$1,025
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$1,025

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jun 1

1229 Louisville Ave

St. LouisMO63139
property at 5316 Pershing Ave

$1,050

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$1,050
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5316 Pershing Ave, Unit 508

5316 Pershing Ave
St. LouisMO63112

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

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

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property at 1240 Hawthorne Pl

$1,115 - $1,350

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1240 Hawthorne Pl

Richmond HeightsMO63117

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property at 7075 Melrose Ave

$1,215

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$1,215
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$1,215

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jun 12

7075 Melrose Ave

University CityMO63130
property at 2732 Annapolis Ave

$1,250

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$1,250
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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2732 Annapolis Ave

OverlandMO63114

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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property at 7119 Amherst Ave

$1,400

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$1,400
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$1,400

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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7119 Amherst Ave

University CityMO63130
property at 5528 Waterman Blvd

$1,400

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$1,400
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$1,400

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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5528 Waterman Blvd, Unit 1N

5528 Waterman Blvd
St. LouisMO63112

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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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 1 Bed unit found at Forest Park Apartments in the Cheltenham neighborhood priced from $699. Lackland Plaza Apartments in the Vinita Terrace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Forest Park ApartmentsThe Cardinal1BR,1BA$699
Lackland Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Oakview Lyndover Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$795
Georgian Courtgeo1ba_a1BR,1BA$825
Glenfield Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$850
Oak Park Apartments1 Bedroom_1 Bath 1BR,1BA$895
Soho TowersA31BR,1BA$900
The Park LuxTriumph on the Park 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Brickline Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$900
The Era CollectiveCongress Studio 300Studio,1BA$915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, MO

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $0.64 price per square foot single family home Model at 14 Parkland Pl in the in the Lewis Place neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value University City apartment is the 4-Bed Model at Kingsland Courtyard 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.
14 Parkland Plsingle family home5BR,3BA$0.64
Kingsland Courtyard4-Bed4BR,4BA$0.87
7228 Dartmouth Ave, Unit Fl 17228 Dartmouth Ave2BR,1BA$1.13
StetsonB22BR,2BA$1.18
6659 Kingsbury Blvd3 bd3BR,1BA$1.27
The Park LuxPark Lux 2 BD | 1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.20
Primm Place2x1 Garden Apartment2BR,1BA$1.28
6300 Cates Ave6300 Cates Ave1BR,1BA$1.29
Glenfield Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.21
Lackland Plaza Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.14

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about University City

What type of rentals are currently available in University City?

There are currently 669 Apartments for Rent in University City, MO with pricing that ranges from $550 to $6,750. There are also 102 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University City ranging from $800 to $7,500.

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 $800 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,022.

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 $6,620, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,730 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $893.

Expert Rental Resources

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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