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Saint Louis

·44th most expensive in Missouri·Saint Louis rents are up 8.4% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$1,395/mo
Year-over-Year
+8.4%
Month-over-Month
+1.0%
vs US Median
-$570
Rising (Monthly)
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Saint Louis · $1,395
More affordable than 82% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
50/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Saint Louis's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent
$1,395/mo
Expected by trend
$1,393/mo
The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Saint Louis's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$967
1 BR
$1,005
2 BR
$1,241
3 BR
$1,605
4 BR+
$1,851
Research median
$1,241/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$16,740/yr
At $1,395/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 8.4% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+8.4% YoY, +1.0% MoM), not inventory.
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2021 vs 2026

How Saint Louis, MO has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,038 → $1,395
up 34.4%

Rent in Saint Louis, MO has increased 34.4% since 2021, going from about $1,038 per month to roughly $1,395 today. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and Saint Louis, MO reflects that arc in its own way.

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At $1,395/mo, how Saint Louis rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Saint Louis rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Saint Louis. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Saint Louis, MO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Saint Louis is $1,395/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $967/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,241/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,005/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,605/mo.

At 23% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Saint Louis ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 8.4% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Saint Louis an affordable city for renters?

Saint Louis is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,395/mo, rent takes approximately 23% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Saint Louis falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Saint Louis?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,395/mo in Saint Louis.

Is rent going up or down in Saint Louis?

Rent in Saint Louis has increased 8.4% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Saint Louis neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Saint Louis are 63113 ($900/mo), 63115 ($959/mo), and 63111 ($1,027/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Saint Louis is $1,395/mo.

How does Saint Louis rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Saint Louis is middle-of-the-pack for Missouri for rent, ranking #44 out of 74 tracked cities at $1,395/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Saint Louis?

Northwoods is nearby and more affordable at $1,331/mo, which is $64 less than Saint Louis.

How does Saint Louis rent compare to the national average?

Saint Louis's median rent of $1,395/mo is $570 (29%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #44 out of 74 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
23%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,395/mo, rent takes ~23% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Saint Louis 23%Benchmark 30%
State income tax2–4.7%
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