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- Welcoming neighborhood
- Attractive flooring
Location
4500 Wichita Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63110, USA|Forest Park Southeast
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Property Overview
Wichita 4500 is rated highly overall, with strong marks for price, location, amenities, and trustworthiness, suggesting solid value and convenience. It is also noted for a welcoming neighborhood, attractive flooring, walkable nearby areas, transit access, abundant dining options, and a quiet setting with work-from-home friendly features.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- More space
- Less expensive
Great for
Social life
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | 900 sqft | $1,050 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to 4500 Wichita Ave #2W, a charming and spacious apartment located in the heart of South St. Louis! This inviting unit offers a comfortable layout with great natural light, attractive flooring, and plenty of living space to make you feel right at home. Conveniently situated near local restaurants, parks, shopping, and major roadways, this property provides easy access to everything the city has to offer, including nearby Tower Grove Park, The Hill, and the Central West End. Enjoy the convenience of city living while still being tucked into a welcoming neighborhood setting. This apartment is perfect for anyone looking for a well-located and comfortable place to call home. Schedule your showing today! Tenant pays ALL Utilities: Gas, Electric, Internet/Tv, Tenant is responsible for a portion of the water/sewer/trash/yard that amounts to $102/mo. Landlord pays: Taxes & Maintenance Expenses Pet Policy: $35.00 monthly pet rent per pet and a $200.00 refundable pet deposit per pet. No more than 2 dogs. No breed or weight restriction for dogs. No more than 3 pets total. Criteria: 640+ Credit score or 700+ cosigner credit score Income is 2.5x the rent No evictions |
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About Wichita 4500
Welcome to 4500 Wichita Ave #2W, a charming and spacious apartment located in the heart of South St. Louis! This inviting unit offers a comfortable layout with great natural light, attractive flooring, and plenty of living space to make you feel right at home. Conveniently situated near local restaurants, parks, shopping, and major roadways, this property provides easy access to everything the city has to offer, including nearby Tower Grove Park, The Hill, and the Central West End. Enjoy the convenience of city living while still being tucked into a welcoming neighborhood setting. This apartment is perfect for anyone looking for a well-located and comfortable place to call home. Schedule your showing today! Tenant pays ALL Utilities: Gas, Electric, Internet/Tv, Tenant is responsible for a portion of the water/sewer/trash/yard that amounts to $102/mo. Landlord pays: Taxes & Maintenance Expenses Pet Policy: $35.00 monthly pet rent per pet and a $200.00 refundable pet deposit per pet. No more than 2 dogs. No breed or weight restriction for dogs. No more than 3 pets total. Criteria: 640+ Credit score or 700+ cosigner credit score Income is 2.5x the rent No evictions
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.4
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Wichita 4500 is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Wichita 4500 has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Wichita 4500 offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Wichita 4500 is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Wichita 4500 is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Wichita 4500 does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Wichita 4500 is great for:
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How Wichita 4500 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 217 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Less expensive
- The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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Rent trends in Forest Park Southeast
1-bedroom apartments at Wichita 4500 cost about 17% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Forest Park Southeast.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Forest Park Southeast
St. Louis
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $963 |
| July 2024 | $1,058 |
| August 2024 | $949 |
| September 2024 | $957 |
| October 2024 | $866 |
| November 2024 | $851 |
| December 2024 | $863 |
| January 2025 | $856 |
| February 2025 | $860 |
| March 2025 | $860 |
| April 2025 | $985 |
| May 2025 | $792 |
| June 2025 | $754 |
| July 2025 | $710 |
| August 2025 | $792 |
| September 2025 | $757 |
| October 2025 | $748 |
| November 2025 | $773 |
| December 2025 | $732 |
| January 2026 | $833 |
| February 2026 | $827 |
| March 2026 | $721 |
| April 2026 | $790 |
| May 2026 | $961 |
| June 2026 | $980 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,181 |
| July 2024 | $1,245 |
| August 2024 | $1,258 |
| September 2024 | $1,299 |
| October 2024 | $1,350 |
| November 2025 | $1,255 |
| December 2025 | $1,225 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near Wichita 4500
Adams Elementary School
1311 tower grove ave
st louis, MO, 63110
PK, K-6Public
C-
Nahed Chapman New American Academy
1530 south grand
st. louis, MO, 63104
K-8Public
C-
Missouri School for the Blind Elementary School
3815 magnolia ave
st louis, MO, 63110
K-8Public
George Washington Carver Elementary School
3325 bell
st. louis, MO, 63106
PK, K-5Public
C-
Gateway Elementary School
4 gateway dr
st louis, MO, 63106
PK, K-5Public
C-
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Getting around Saint Louis near 4500 Wichita Ave
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 4500 Wichita Ave, Saint Louis
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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