Average Rent in St Louis, MO
What is the average rent in St Louis, MO?
The average listed apartment rent in St Louis, MO is $1,762 per month, as of October 20, 2026. This sample includes 464 priced apartments in 22 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from October 15, 2026 through October 20, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
22 apartment buildings, 464 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in St Louis, MOCheapest
$825/mo
Gallery CWE
Properties
22
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Units
464
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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St Louis, MO Rent Prices
All 22 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Gallery CWE
4140 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA
Hampton Gardens Apartments
5927 Suson Pl, St. Louis, MO 63139, USA
Park 44 Apartments
4444 W Pine Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA
City Lofts on Laclede
3720 Laclede Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA
The Marshall St. Louis
3834 Forest Park Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA
The Gentry's Landing
400 N 4th St, St. Louis, MO 63102, USA
The Landing St. Louis
3949 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gallery CWE 4140 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA | $825 | $1,066 | $1.93/ft² | 4.7 (86) | 14 |
| 2 | Hampton Gardens Apartments 5927 Suson Pl, St. Louis, MO 63139, USA | $940 | $1,101 | $1.64/ft² | 3.9 (292) | 12 |
| 3 | Park 44 Apartments 4444 W Pine Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA | $975 | $1,290 | $1.67/ft² | 4 (70) | 18 |
| 4 | City Lofts on Laclede 3720 Laclede Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA | $1,007 | $1,154 | $1.56/ft² | 4.2 (380) | 16 |
| 5 | The Marshall St. Louis 3834 Forest Park Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA | $1,019 as of Oct 2 | $1,328 | $1.40/ft² | 3.9 (145) | 12 |
| 6 | The Gentry's Landing 400 N 4th St, St. Louis, MO 63102, USA | $1,047 | $1,699 | $2.04/ft² | 4.3 (285) | 13 |
| 7 | The Landing St. Louis 3949 Lindell Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA | $1,101 | $1,602 | $1.61/ft² | 4.3 (221) | 71 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Gallery CWE
4.7 (86)4140 Washington Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA
Hampton Gardens Apartments
3.9 (292)5927 Suson Pl, St. Louis, MO 63139, USA
Park 44 Apartments
4 (70)4444 W Pine Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA
City Lofts on Laclede
4.2 (380)3720 Laclede Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA
The Marshall St. Louis
3.9 (145)3834 Forest Park Ave, St. Louis, MO 63108, USA
The Gentry's Landing
4.3 (285)400 N 4th St, St. Louis, MO 63102, USA
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St Louis, MO neighborhoods
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St Louis, MO Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in St Louis, MO is $1,762 per month, based on 464 units across 22 apartment communities. Prices range from $825 at Gallery CWE to $3,599 at One Foundry Way.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,321/mo | $825/mo | 72 |
| 1 Bed | $1,707/mo | $940/mo | 246 |
| 2 Bed | $2,058/mo | $1,185/mo | 127 |
| 3 Bed | $3,009/mo | $1,398/mo | 8 |
| 5 Bed | $1,027/mo | $1,027/mo | 1 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in St Louis, MO, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in St Louis, MO averages $1,707/mo, with two-bedroom units averaging $2,058/mo. At the local median household income of $55,279, that works out to 38% of gross income, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in St Louis, MO at $978/mo. The current tracked market average runs 80% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in St Louis, MO while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
Who employs renters in St. Louis
Demand in the St. Louis rental market is shaped by the metro's largest private and public employers. The following organizations anchor local hiring and influence what renters can pay:
- Anheuser-Busch
- Emerson Electric
- Monsanto (Bayer)
- Centene
- Washington University
Mean one-way commute in St Louis, MO is 22 minutes, per the Census ACS, useful context when weighing which properties sit inside reasonable reach of these employers.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in St Louis, MO?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$70,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,762/mo.
Comfortable income
$85,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($825/mo), you need to earn at least $33,000/year.
Median household income in St Louis, MO is $55,279 , about 35% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in St Louis, MO
Overall prices in St Louis, MO runs below the national average by about 5% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 95.0, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by St Louis, MO's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,762 |
| Utilities | $347 |
| Groceries | $533 |
| Transportation | $826 |
| Healthcare | $403 |
| Other goods and services | $645 |
| Estimated total | $4,515/mo |
Population
293,109
Median household income
$55,279
Census median rent
$978/mo
Census rent burden
27.9%
Median age
36.6
Mean commute
22 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Missouri
How St Louis, MO rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs St Louis, MO | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, MO | $1,948 | +11% | -5.5% | 31 |
| Springfield, MO | $1,302 | -26% | -10.2% | 23 |
| Independence, MO | $1,424 | -19% | +3% | 18 |
| Lee S Summit, MO | $1,618 | -8% | -4.2% | 17 |
| ST Peters, MO | $1,578 | -10% | -5% | 12 |
| ST Charles, MO | $1,686 | -4% | +1% | 10 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in St Louis, MO?
The average listed apartment rent in St Louis, MO is $1,762 per month, as of October 20, 2026. This sample includes 464 priced apartments in 22 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in St Louis, MO?
The median asking rent in St Louis, MO is $1,714 per month, computed from 464 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,762/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in St Louis, MO?
The lowest available rent in St Louis, MO starts at $825 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in St Louis, MO?
1-bedroom apartments in St Louis, MO average $1,707/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $940/mo across 246 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in St Louis, MO?
2-bedroom apartments in St Louis, MO average $2,058/mo. Units start from $1,185/mo across 127 units currently listed.
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