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

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Published on October 30, 2019
Renting in St. Louis: What's the cheapest apartment available right now?3510 Russel Blvd. | Photo: Zumper

Finding a good deal can be a challenge if you're in the market for a rental on a budget. So what does the low-end rent on a rental in St. Louis look like these days — and what might you get for your money?

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

Take a look at the cheapest listings available right now, below. (Note: Prices and availability are subject to change.)

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3954 Grand Ave.

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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 features additional storage space. In the unit, anticipate hardwood flooring and a walk-in closet. Pet lovers are in luck: Cats and dogs are welcome. There isn't a leasing fee associated with this rental.

Per Walk Score ratings, the surrounding area is moderately walkable, has some bike infrastructure and has a few nearby public transportation options.

(See the complete listing here.)

2237-2239 McNair Ave.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

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

Look for hardwood flooring, an eat-in kitchen and a balcony in the residence. Neither cats nor dogs are welcome. There's no leasing fee required for this rental.

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

(See the listing here.)

3510 Russel Blvd.

Photo: Zumper
Photo: Zumper

And here's a one-bedroom, one-bathroom dwelling at 3510 Russel Blvd. in Compton Heights, which, with 800 square feet, is going for $575/month.

The building offers on-site laundry, assigned parking and additional storage space. In the unit, you'll find hardwood flooring. Cats are welcome.

Walk Score indicates that this location is very walkable, is fairly bikeable and has some transit options.

(Check out the listing here.)


This story was created automatically using local real estate data from Zumper and Apartment Guide, then reviewed by an editor. Click here for more about what we're doing. Got thoughts? Go here to share your feedback.