Apartment Complexes

Address: 4431 Chouteau Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110
Price range: $1500+ for a one-bedroom, $1,800+ for a two-bedroom, utilities not included
Amenities: Full in-unit laundry, private balcony with outdoor storage, dog park, swimming pool, fitness center, fire pits, nice outdoor common areas with grills, valet trash, and recycling service
Pet policy: Pets allowed for extra $25/month rent, plus $150 one-time fee and $200 pet deposit, weight limit on dogs. Dogs (over 40 lbs.) are welcome on the first floor only. Very pet friendly; there’s a dog park right next to the complex!
Parking: Free gated parking for residents, covered carports available for $50/month extra (the ports are only covered on top). There are always enough parking spots, but you might need to park further away when late at night. Guests can street park outside the complex.
Commute to class: ~10-minute walk to campus. The door right next to the Home2Suite hotel can be accessed with a passcode and is the shortest path to campus.
About: Aventura proves to be an excellent residence for WashU Med medical students, situated conveniently south of campus near The Grove area, which has a lot of bars and restaurants. The management team is excellent. Whenever you put in a request, it should be resolved in a day or two. If it is an emergency, someone will still come in at night and fix it for you. There is a dog park, swimming pool, a small gym, and an outdoor area to hang out and grill. The gym is small but nice when you don’t want to walk to the Core. The Chouteau Park, right next to the complex, offers nice outdoor basketball courts and green spaces. The building is recently renovated and really new, so you don’t need to worry about bug infestation problems. The units are spacious and come with all the amenities you need. The outdoor patio space is a great place to relax after a day of work. One downside of the building is that there is no elevator, so if you live on the third floor, moving days can be tough! I think a lot of residents and M2-M4s live here too, showcasing the convenience factor of Aventura.

Address: 4400 Manchester Ave.
Rent: ~ $1025-$1325 for a studio (one- and two-bedroom units also available)
Parking: Garage and lot parking are available
Amenities: Balconies with each unit, newly built, gym
Pet policy: Allowed, but will require an additional pet deposit and monthly fee
Commute to campus: Five-minute drive, <20-minute walk
About: When I was deciding where to live, I didn’t hear much about The Grove area. I ended up visiting St. Louis during the summer to tour a few apartments, and stumbled across my current building: Gateway Lofts. The apartment complex is a newer building with a garage and parking lot, which was a priority for me bringing my car from home. It also has an updated gym, which is great for working out early mornings or late nights. Additionally, each unit has a balcony large enough for a few chairs which is great to enjoy coffee in the morning. The apartment is pretty quiet, but the street can be a little noisy at night. Other than that, it’s a great place to live!

Address: 4545 Laclede Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108
Rent: $1,600-$2,300 for a studio/one-bedroom apartment
Amenities: Garage parking, bike storage, in-unit washer/dryer, central AC/heating, gym, study rooms, shared lounge spaces, shared outdoor grills and patio, pool and hot tub, Wifi included in rent, free fancy coffee machine in the lobby
Pet policy: Pets allowed (for a fee)
Commute to campus: 10 minutes walking
About: I live in a studio apartment in Marlowe and really enjoy living there. The entire building was built around five years ago so everything in the building is nearly brand new, and the property management company is super responsive. You definitely pay a premium to be in a new building so close to campus, but the amenities are all really nice and make it worth it for some. Especially at the beginning of the fall semester, having a pool and outdoor spaces to study was really nice, and the shared grills and common spaces are nice for having guests over. My apartment itself has a nice layout, but for what I am paying I definitely could have more space elsewhere so there is a trade-off. Overall, if it is in your budget, I would definitely consider living in Marlowe!

Address: 4535 Forest Park Ave., St. Louis, MO 63108
Price range: $1500+ for a one-bedroom, $1,800+ for a two-bedroom, utilities not included
Amenities: In-unit laundry, bike storage (free), wood flooring, ensuite bathroom, air-conditioning, smart thermostats, heating, kitchen appliances (fridge, oven, microwave), dishwasher, trash, gym, coffee, concierges/front-desk, security/keyfob or keycard access, maintenance, mail room, package lockers, communal events, communal space, conference room, dog park, outdoor communal area, outdoor grills, elevators, handicap accessible
Pet policy: Two pets per apartment unless authorized in writing. There is a one-time, non-refundable pet fee of $300. There is monthly pet rent of $25 per pet each month.
Parking: $150/month for standard vehicles, $175/month for electric vehicles
Commute to class: Five-10 minutes walking
About: Metropolitan Flats is in the Central West End and directly across Forest Park from campus! The walk to class is only five-to-eight minutes, so the location is incredibly convenient. The apartment amenities are great with a dog park, free coffee bar, gym, updated appliances, and in-unit laundry. The parking garage is underground with a fob-access garage door, so I never have to worry about my car. Additionally, the manager and maintenance team are incredibly kind and go out of their way to help! The rent is on the upper end of what is available in the area, but the amenities and location are worth it.

Address: 18 S. Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
Price range: $1,400-$2,000 for a one-bedroom, one-bathroom
Amenities: Communal laundry (extra charge), wood flooring, ensuite bathroom, air conditioning, heating, kitchen appliances (fridge, oven, microwave), dishwasher, trash, recycling, gym, vending machines, coffee, concierges/front-desk, security/keyfob or keycard access, maintenance, mail room, communal events, communal space
Pet policy: Dog/cat friendly, breed and/or weight restrictions (one-time charge)
Parking: Extra charge
Commute to campus: 10-15-minute walk to campus
About: I live in a one-bedroom apartment at Montclair on the Park and have enjoyed it so far! The location in the Central West End is great; it’s a 10-15-minute walk to campus, and Forest Park is right across the street. The room itself is spacious, well-lit, and was recently renovated. The apartment has a beautiful rooftop, a shared laundry room, a fitness center, a concierge, and a lounge area. The property management company managing Montclair also puts on a couple of monthly events with free food and drinks, which is a great perk. Although you’re paying a bit more to rent at Montclair, I think the price is well worth it for the location, amenities, and resident services.

Address: 40 N. Kingshighway Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
Rent: $1200-$1600 for studio and one-bedroom
Parking: $85-$125 (garage, covered)
Amenities: Communal laundry ($1.75 for wash, $0.25/10 min of drying), free bike storage and air station, standard kitchen appliances, hardwood floors, 24/7 concierge service w/ packaging, dog washing station, outdoor grills, apartment community events, elevators, free coffee, tons of cute pets always saying hi, amazing rooftop
Pet policy: Dog/cat friendly ($50/pet)
Commute to campus: Five-10 minutes walking
About: I really enjoy living in Parc, much more than I had expected! While I’m personally not very particular about my living situation, I’ve come to really appreciate the nice aspects of Parc, and have not had many issues. My neighbors are all quiet, the amenities are high quality, maintenance is relatively responsive (typically fewer than three days), and the front desk staff are all very kind and welcoming.

In terms of the location, we have a great commute to campus from Parc as it’s just far enough to get a small walk in the morning, but not so far that I’m dreading getting to class. It’s also perfectly situated from everything else in the Central West End, whether you want a hot bowl of pho from Saigon Kitchen, a classy cocktail at Brennan’s, or some fantastic ice cream from Clementine’s. Lastly, I think that the best aspect of living in Parc is how close I wound up being to everyone else in my class. All of my best friends are within a five-minute walk so I can see them whenever I want, but I still have enough privacy and space to do my own thing if I need some time to myself.

Some of the downsides include that gas utilities are shared which can feel unfair (around $50/month/person), the apartment can feel dated sometimes, overhead lights are not always present in bedrooms, and people have had hit-or-miss experiences with maintenance.

While the price isn’t the cheapest, Parc is one of the more economical options around the Central West End and I’ve had no qualms about living here whatsoever. If I had to make the decision again, I’d choose Parc in a heartbeat and I am considering living here for my second year as well!

Address: 4910 W. Pine Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63108
Rent: $1,600-$2,000 for a one-bedroom, one-bathroom
Parking: Garage and lot parking are available with extra charge
Amenities: In-unit laundry, storage unit (extra charge), air conditioning, heating, kitchen appliances (fridge, oven, microwave), dishwasher, gym, vending machines, coffee, maintenance, mail room, package lockers, communal events, communal space, dog park, outdoor communal area, outdoor grills, elevators
Pet policy: Dog/cat friendly, no restrictions (monthly pet rent)
Commute to campus: 10-20-minute walk
About: Overall, living at the Residences in the Central West End has been a fantastic experience! It is located directly across from the Shake Shack/Whole Foods on Euclid, only an eight-to-10-minute walk from campus. The building itself is gorgeous and has plenty of great amenities including a decently-sized gym, dog park, pool table, fireplace lounge, and free coffee in the lobby. I live in a two-bedroom, two-bathroom, and I really enjoy my unit. The floorplans are spacious, have large windows, and orient the bedrooms on opposite sides of the common living space, which I really like. There is also an in-unit washer/dryer, an underrated luxury!

Address: 718 and 818 S. Euclid Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110
Price range: ~$900-$1300 for studio/one-bedroom units, two-bedroom units available but less common, utilities included in rent
Pet policy: One pet (under 25 lbs.) allowed in 718 units; $200 deposit plus $100 fee, $20/month
Amenities: Fully furnished (including in-unit washer, dryer, and Smart TV), access to Core gym, cable, internet, game room, common kitchens and study rooms, rooftop, patio areas, and secure package receiving
Parking: Clayton Garage ($84/month), 818 lot ($92/month)
Commute to class: Less than a five-minute walk
About: The Core is a great place to live if you want a short commute to class, easy access to Forest Park, and a modern apartment space. There is a great sense of community amongst the Core residents since many are also medical students or affiliated with WashU Med. Moving into a furnished apartment made the move from out-of-state a lot easier. The staff are super friendly and helpful, and the place is well maintained. Overall, the Core is a good option for those looking for a convenient apartment.