What is the average apartment size in Saint Louis?

The average size for a Saint Louis, MO apartment is 831 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Saint Louis?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Saint Louis is $1,390 per month, a 0.58% increase from last years average of $1,382.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Saint Louis?

In Saint Louis, studios rent for $1,018 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,314 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,591 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,695 per month

What is the average apartment size in Saint Louis?

The typical apartment in Saint Louis offers about 831 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Saint Louis?

Studio apartments in Saint Louis average 477 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 718 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,032 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,257 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Louis?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Louis include Jeff Vanderlou ($809/month), Wells Goodfellow ($848/month), and Columbus Square ($862/month), all below the citywide average of $1,390.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Louis?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Louis are Fox Park ($1,719/month), Lafayette Square ($1,814/month), and Cheltenham ($1,961/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Saint Louis, MO Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Saint Louis?

The typical rent budget in Saint Louis ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 35% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Saint Louis?

In Saint Louis, 55% of households rent while 45% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 19, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Saint Louis is $1,390, a 0.58% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,382.

Studio Apartments at $1,018 offer the most budget-friendly option with 477 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 718 square feet for $1,314, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,591 offer 1,032 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,257 sq ft) for $1,695, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Saint Louis, MO

Last updated: February 19, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,390	831 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,018	477 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,314	718 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,591	1,032 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,695	1,257 sq. ft.

Saint Louis, MO rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Saint Louis, MO?

The largest share of rentals in Saint Louis, MO (35%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Saint Louis, MO?

77,056 or 55% of the households in Saint Louis, MO are renter-occupied while 62,781 or 45% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Louis?

Jeff Vanderlou $809/month

Wells Goodfellow $848/month

Columbus Square $862/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,390/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Louis?

Fox Park $1,719/month

Lafayette Square $1,814/month

Cheltenham $1,961/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Saint Louis, MO By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Cheltenham	$1,961
Lafayette Square	$1,814
Fox Park	$1,719
Forest Park South East	$1,696
Compton Heights	$1,638
Central West End Saint Louis	$1,571
Midtown Saint Louis	$1,570
DeBaliviere Place	$1,468
Covenant Blu - Grand Center	$1,415
Downtown Saint Louis	$1,389
Soulard	$1,328
Downtown West Saint Louis	$1,293
Carr Square	$1,143
Peabody Darst Webbe	$1,135
West End Saint Louis	$1,116
Shaw	$1,109
North Hampton	$1,078
Dutchtown	$999
Visitation Park	$892
Mount Pleasant	$878
Columbus Square	$862
Wells Goodfellow	$848
Jeff Vanderlou	$809

Saint Louis | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Carr Square is 27% lower than in Central West End Saint Louis

$1,143

Carr Square rent is 18% lower than Saint Louis average

Average Rent $1,143

$1,571

Central West End Saint Louis rent is 13% higher than Saint Louis average

Average Rent $1,571

How Saint Louis Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Saint Louis	$1,390
Kansas City	$1,316
Florissant	$1,038
Independence	$1,186
Saint Charles	$1,444
Springfield	$1,113
Lee's Summit	$1,542
O'Fallon	$1,522
Creve Coeur	$1,426
Raymore	$1,519
Chesterfield	$1,649
Jennings	$866
Dellwood	$881
University City, MO	$1,540
Clayton, MO	$2,441
Ferguson, MO	$904
Overland, MO	$906
Saint Ann, MO	$976
Berkeley, MO	$1,149
Olivette, MO	$1,650
Normandy, MO	$1,310

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Saint Louis apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.