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Kirkwood, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Kirkwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Kirkwood, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Kirkwood Forest priced from $1,100. Waterford West in the Peerless Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,147. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kirkwood apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kirkwood Forest1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Waterford WestBrandon Park1BR,1BA$1,147
Kirkwood Bluffs1 Bed 1 Bath Small1BR,1BA$1,148

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kirkwood, MO

As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Kirkwood area is the $1.29 price per square foot Classic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom Model at Forest View in the in the Lakeshire neighborhood starting from $1,225. The second greatest value Kirkwood apartment is the 10128 Manchester Rd Model at 10128 Manchester Rd, Unit D starting at $1,350 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Old Webster neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kirkwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forest ViewClassic Two Bedroom, One Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.29
10128 Manchester Rd, Unit D10128 Manchester Rd2BR,1BA$1.46
Waterford ManorsThe Dogwood2BR,1BA$1.55
Kirkwood Forest1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.47
Kirkwood Station Plaza ApartmentsKirkwood Caboose w/St1BR,1BA$2.54
Adams Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
Waterford WestBrandon Park1BR,1BA$1.75
Kirkwood Bluffs1 Bed 1 Bath Small1BR,1BA$1.91
The JamesS1Studio ,1BA$3.17

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Frequently Asked Questions about Kirkwood

What type of rentals are currently available in Kirkwood?

There are currently 50 Apartments for Rent in Kirkwood, MO with pricing that ranges from $1,099 to $4,580. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Kirkwood ranging from $1,350 to $6,500.

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 $1,350 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,506.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Kirkwood?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Kirkwood range from $1,495 to $4,580, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,695 to $3,725. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,275 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,400.

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