Cheap Apartments for Rent in University City, MO from $400 (124 Rentals)

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Parkview Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkview Gardens

Syracuse AveUniversity City, MO 63130
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Leland Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Leland Apartments

876-886 Leland AveUniversity City, MO 63130
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Castlereagh Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Castlereagh Apartments

6820 Delmar BlvdUniversity City, MO 63130
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7350 Lindell Blvd
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

7350 Lindell Blvd

7350 Lindell BlvdUniversity City, MO 63130
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6608 Clemens Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

6608 Clemens Ave

6608 Clemens AveUniversity City, MO 63130
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The Envoy Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Envoy Apartments

8701 Delmar BlvdUniversity City, MO 63124
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705 Interdrive LLC
1 Bedroom Apartments

705 Interdrive LLC

705 InterdriveUniversity City, MO 63130

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University City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available University City Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in University City, MO is a Studio unit found at St. Luke's Plaza Apartments in the Cheltenham neighborhood priced from $569. Forest Park Apartments in the Cheltenham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $635. Here is today’s list of the most affordable University City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
St. Luke's Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$569
Forest Park ApartmentsThe Cardinal1BR,1BA$635
Southwood Apartments - CountyStudioStudio,1BA$665
Winston Churchill Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$678
Woodson Park Apartments1 Bedroom Ranch1BR,1BA$700
The Era CollectiveWestmoreland StudioStudio,1BA$748
Oakview Lyndover Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$795
The Savoy1 Bed / 1 Bath - Compact Option1BR,1BA$800
The Park LuxExecutive One Bed w Office1BR,1BA$849
ReNew CentennialTannen1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University City, MO

As of May 19, 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 3BR/1.5BA Model at Wild Cherry Apartments starting at $1,225 with a $0.94 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
King's Court4-Bed4BR,4BA$0.87
Wild Cherry Apartments3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$0.94
The Park LuxThree Bed One and a Half Bath3BR,1.5BA$1.18
The Oaks on Bonhomme2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.25
Bel Aire Apartments2 Bedroom_1 Bath 2BR,1BA$1.14
522 S Hanley RdOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Primm Place2x1 Garden Apartment2BR,1BA$1.20
Winston Churchill Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.02
Forest Park ApartmentsThe Cardinal1BR,1BA$1.15
St. Luke's Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.26

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Getting Around University City, MO

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University City Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in University City?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in University City is at St. Luke's Plaza Apartments listed at $569.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University City Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University City Apartment is $635 at Forest Park Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University City Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University City is starting from $775 at Woodson Park Apartments.

What is the most affordable University City Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap University City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Primm Place and starts from $1,140.

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