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ReNew Centennial
8650 Kingsbridge DrSt. Louis, MO 63132
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6248 Delmar Blvd, Unit 201
6248 Delmar BlvdSt. Louis, MO 63130
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Clayton Square
7916 Kingsbury BlvdSt. Louis, MO 63105
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1001 N McKnight RdSt. Louis, MO 63132
8728 Delmar Blvd
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900 Westgate AveUniversity City, MO 63130
6934 Raymond Ave
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7355 Lindell Blvd
7355 Lindell BlvdUniversity City, MO 63130
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1001-1031 North and South RdUniversity City, MO 63130
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8669 Old Towne DrUniversity City, MO 63132
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25-45 N Central AveClayton, MO 63105
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744 Heman AveUniversity City, MO 63130
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University City, St. Louis, MO Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University City Studio Apartments | $1,887 | $1,050 | $3,144 |
| University City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,318 | $550 | $4,651 |
| University City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,606 | $669 | $6,400 |
| University City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,971 | $687 | $10,000+ |
| University City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $893 | $893 | $893 |
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Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University City area of St. Louis, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at ReNew Centennial priced from $980. 7355 Lindell Blvd has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable University City apartments for rent in St. Louis, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Centennial | Tannen | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
| 7355 Lindell Blvd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom_1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The District | Pine | 2BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Everly on the Loop | C3 Aerial | 3BR,3BA | $1,195 |
| 705 Interdrive LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| McKenzie | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Wild Cherry Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Oaks on Bonhomme | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1,386 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, MO
As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the University City area is the $0.87 price per square foot 4-Bed Model at King's Court in the in the Wells neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value University City apartment is the C Model at North McKnight Condos starting at $2,400 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Vinita Terrace neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| King's Court | 4-Bed | 4BR,4BA | $0.87 |
| North McKnight Condos | C | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| 7344 Dartmouth Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 7344 Dartmouth Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 744 Heman Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 744 Heman Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Wild Cherry Apartments | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Syracuse Apartments LLC, | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| The Oaks on Bonhomme | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Bel Aire Apartments | 2 Bedroom_1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Gulf Drive Townhomes | 2 Bed (Premium, Balcony) | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| The District | Pine | 2BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Missouri including University City, Saint Louis, and the greater St. Louis area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the University City Neighborhood in Saint Louis, MO
Walk Score®
72 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
37 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University City?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University City is under $1,386.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University City?
The cheapest apartment in University City is ReNew Centennial which is listed at $980, while the average apartment in University City costs $2,834.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University City?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 175 regular apartments in University City that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University City?
Cheap apartments in University City have an average cost of $1,043 which is $1,791 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University City.
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