The Porter at Westport Plaza
50 W Port Plaza Dr,
Saint Louis, MO 63146
1-2 Beds | $1,530 - $2,730
Rental Market Trends in Saint Louis, MO
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Saint Louis, MO is $1,158/month.
Rent in Saint Louis is 30% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,158/month
Average Rent
688 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.9%
Change / Year
7,913
Available Apartments
Saint Louis rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Saint Louis average $1,042 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Saint Louis average $1,158 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Saint Louis average $1,388 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Saint Louis average $1,632 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Saint Louis, MO?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $22 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Saint Louis, MO
July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
16%
Below $700/month
27%
$700 - $1,000/month
35%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
15%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
6%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Louis?
Based on current rent prices, Ladue, Cheltenham and Ballpark Village are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Louis.
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Which Saint Louis neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Saint Louis with the most apartments available are Downtown Saint Louis, Central West End and Downtown West St Louis .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Saint Louis, MO?
Because the average rent in Saint Louis is $1,158, you’ll want to make about $3,860 per month or $46,320 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Saint Louis, MO compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Saint Louis, MO to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Saint Louis Area GuideStudio
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One Bedroom
$750/month
$2,069/month
Two Bedroom
$857/month
$1,263/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Saint Louis?
The average rent in Saint Louis is $1,158 per month, which is 30.4% lower than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Saint Louis?
The average rent for a house in Saint Louis, MO is $1,481 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Saint Louis?
The average rent for a townhome in Saint Louis, MO is $1,647 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Saint Louis?
The average rent for a condo in Saint Louis, MO is $1,199 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Saint Louis?
Rents in Saint Louis, MO are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $22 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Saint Louis?
In Saint Louis, MO, 35% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.