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Kirkwood, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Kirkwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Kirkwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,523 | $999 | $2,000 |
Kirkwood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,320 | $1,350 | $3,590 |
Kirkwood 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,361 | $2,750 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Kirkwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kirkwood, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Forest View in the Lakeshire neighborhood priced from $975. Kirkwood Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kirkwood apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Forest View | Classic One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Kirkwood Forest | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Waterford West | Brandon Park | 1BR,1BA | $1,077 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kirkwood, MO
As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kirkwood area is the $1.43 price per square foot King Model at Kings Gate in the in the Crestwood neighborhood starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Kirkwood apartment is the The Manor Model at Waterford Manors starting at $1,628 with a $1.71 price per square foot in the Peerless Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kirkwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Kings Gate | King | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
Waterford Manors | The Manor | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
10128 Manchester Rd, Unit C | 10128 Manchester Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Kirkwood Forest | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Kirkwood Station Plaza Apartments | Oriental Express | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Forest View | Classic One Bedroom, One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
Waterford West | Brandon Park | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
Kirkwood Bluffs | 1 Bed 1 Bath Small | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
The James | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $3.17 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kirkwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Kirkwood?
There are currently 52 Apartments for Rent in Kirkwood, MO with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $5,605. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kirkwood ranging from $999 to $4,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Kirkwood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Kirkwood ranges from $999 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,401.
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