What is the average apartment size in Saint Louis?

The average size for a Saint Louis, MO apartment is 829 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 Mar / 2026, the average rent in Saint Louis is $1,423 per month, a 2.53% increase from last years average of $1,388.

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

In Saint Louis, studios rent for $1,041 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,335 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,627 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,796 per month

What is the average apartment size in Saint Louis?

The typical apartment in Saint Louis offers about 829 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 712 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,034 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 Mount Pleasant ($854/month), Jeff Vanderlou ($880/month), and Wells Goodfellow ($883/month), all below the citywide average of $1,423.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Louis?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Louis are Midtown Saint Louis ($1,666/month), Forest Park South East ($1,680/month), and Lafayette Square ($1,769/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 37% 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: April 22, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Saint Louis is $1,423, a 2.53% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,388.

Studio Apartments at $1,041 offer the most budget-friendly option with 477 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 712 square feet for $1,335, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,627 offer 1,034 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,257 sq ft) for $1,796, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Saint Louis, MO

Last updated: April 22, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,423	829 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,041	477 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,335	712 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,627	1,034 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,796	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 (37%) 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?

Mount Pleasant $854/month

Jeff Vanderlou $880/month

Wells Goodfellow $883/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,423/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Louis?

Midtown Saint Louis $1,666/month

Forest Park South East $1,680/month

Lafayette Square $1,769/month

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

Average Rent in Saint Louis, MO By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Lafayette Square	$1,769
Forest Park South East	$1,680
Midtown Saint Louis	$1,666
Central West End Saint Louis	$1,604
Soulard	$1,588
Compton Heights	$1,521
DeBaliviere Place	$1,508
Fox Park	$1,494
Downtown Saint Louis	$1,475
Covenant Blu - Grand Center	$1,456
Downtown West Saint Louis	$1,282
Carr Square	$1,216
Peabody Darst Webbe	$1,193
West End Saint Louis	$1,146
North Hampton	$1,060
Shaw	$1,001
Columbus Square	$929
Dutchtown	$927
Visitation Park	$894
Wells Goodfellow	$883
Jeff Vanderlou	$880
Mount Pleasant	$854

Saint Louis | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Carr Square is 24% lower than in Central West End Saint Louis

$1,216

Carr Square rent is 15% lower than Saint Louis average

Average Rent $1,216

$1,604

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

Average Rent $1,604

How Saint Louis Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Saint Louis	$1,423
Kansas City	$1,330
Florissant	$1,042
Saint Charles	$1,472
Springfield	$1,121
University City	$1,578
Independence	$1,177
Ballwin	$1,458
Jennings	$868
O'Fallon	$1,540
Raymore	$1,467
Clayton	$2,473
Ferguson, MO	$915
Olivette, MO	$1,801
Overland, MO	$904
Saint Ann, MO	$996
Granite City, IL	$963
Maplewood, MO	$1,152

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.