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Renting in St. Louis: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?

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Published on October 18, 2019
Renting in St. Louis: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?3543 Iowa Ave. | Photo: Zumper

According to rental site Zumper, median rents for a one bedroom in St. Louis are hovering around $650. But how does the low-end pricing on a St. Louis rental look these days — and what might you get for your money?

We took a look at local listings for studios and one-bedroom apartments from Zumper and Apartment Guide to find out what budget-minded apartment seekers can expect to find.

Read on for the cheapest listings available right now. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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3954 Grand Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Listed at $495/month, this 600-square-foot studio apartment, located at 3954 Grand Ave. in Fairground Park, is 17.5 percent less than the median rent for a studio in St. Louis, which is currently estimated at around $600/month.

The building offers additional storage space. In the unit, you'll find hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. Both cats and dogs are permitted. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

Walk Score indicates that the area around this address is somewhat walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

3543 Iowa Ave.

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This one-bedroom, one-bathroom condo, situated at 3543 Iowa Ave. in Gravois Park, is listed for $515/month for its 806 square feet.

The condo includes air conditioning. Pets are not allowed. The listing specifies a $40 application fee.

Per Walk Score ratings, this location is quite walkable, is relatively bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the complete listing here.)

5321 Michigan Ave.

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Photo: Zumper

Here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom apartment at 5321 Michigan Ave. in Carondelet, which, at 800 square feet, is going for $525/month.

The building offers additional storage space and parking. The apartment also features hardwood flooring and in-unit laundry. Cats and dogs are not allowed. Be prepared for a $525 deposit.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, is relatively bikeable and has some transit options.

(See the full listing here.)

2237-2239 McNair Ave.

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Then there's this dwelling with one bedroom and one bathroom at 2237-2239 McNair Ave. in McKinley Heights, also listed at $525/month.

The residence has a balcony, hardwood flooring and an eat-in kitchen. Pet owners, inquire elsewhere: This spot doesn't allow cats or dogs. Future tenants needn't worry about a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score's assessment, the area around this address is very walkable, is fairly bikeable and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the listing here.)

5758 Terry Ave.

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Finally, this one-bedroom, one-bathroom address, located at 5758 Terry Ave. in Wells-Goodfellow is listed for $525/month.

Expect to find air conditioning in the residence. Cats and dogs are not welcome. The rental doesn't require a leasing fee.

According to Walk Score, the area around this address is somewhat walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(Here's the listing.)


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