What is the average apartment size in Saint Louis?

The average size for a Saint Louis, MO apartment is 836 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 Aug / 2026, the average rent in Saint Louis is $1,448 per month, a 1.66% increase from last years average of $1,424.

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

In Saint Louis, studios rent for $1,077 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,358 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,626 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,775 per month

What is the average apartment size in Saint Louis?

The typical apartment in Saint Louis offers about 836 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 476 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 713 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,029 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,246 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Louis?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Louis include Wells Goodfellow ($834/month), Mount Pleasant ($849/month), and Visitation Park ($901/month), all below the citywide average of $1,448.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Louis?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Louis are Midtown Saint Louis ($1,640/month), Forest Park South East ($1,701/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 39% 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: September 30, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Saint Louis is $1,448, a 1.66% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,424.

Studio Apartments at $1,077 offer the most budget-friendly option with 476 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 713 square feet for $1,358, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,626 offer 1,029 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,246 sq ft) for $1,775, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Saint Louis, MO

Last updated: September 30, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,448	836 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,077	476 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,358	713 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,626	1,029 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,775	1,246 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 (39%) 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?

77,618 or 55% of the households in Saint Louis, MO are renter-occupied while 63,072 or 45% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Louis?

Wells Goodfellow $834/month

Mount Pleasant $849/month

Visitation Park $901/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,448/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Louis?

Midtown Saint Louis $1,640/month

Forest Park South East $1,701/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	$1,701
Midtown Saint Louis	$1,640
Downtown Saint Louis	$1,616
Central West End Saint Louis	$1,586
Compton Heights	$1,584
Soulard	$1,516
DeBaliviere Place	$1,469
Fox Park	$1,415
Covenant Blu - Grand Center	$1,400
Downtown West Saint Louis	$1,332
Carr Square	$1,299
Peabody Darst Webbe	$1,254
West End Saint Louis	$1,138
North Hampton	$1,106
Dutchtown	$976
Columbus Square	$938
Jeff Vanderlou	$926
Shaw	$916
Visitation Park	$901
Mount Pleasant	$849
Wells Goodfellow	$834

Saint Louis | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Carr Square is 18% lower than in Central West End Saint Louis

$1,299

Carr Square rent is 10% lower than Saint Louis average

Average Rent $1,299

$1,586

Central West End Saint Louis rent is 10% higher than Saint Louis average

Average Rent $1,586

How Saint Louis Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Saint Louis	$1,448
Kansas City	$1,362
Florissant	$1,070
Springfield	$1,144
University City	$1,647
Saint Charles	$1,491
Independence	$1,245
Jennings	$896
Lee's Summit	$1,619
Saint Peters	$1,568
Columbia	$1,741
Clayton, MO	$2,451
Ferguson, MO	$949
Olivette, MO	$1,878
Granite City, IL	$962
Overland, MO	$914
Kirkwood, MO	$1,596
Saint Ann, MO	$943

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.