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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fully renovated
  • Garage parking
  • New, stainless-steel appliances
  • New stainless steel appliances
  • Street parking
  • Street parking only

Location

6244 Oakland Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63139, USA|Clayton-Tamm
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Management

Frontier Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(314) 366-1902

Property Overview

The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave offers an impressive overall Zumper expert rating of 8.3, reflecting its competitive pricing and value at a 9 out of 10. Residents can enjoy a fully renovated space featuring new stainless-steel appliances and garage parking, while the property's location garners a 9 out of 10 for its convenience to key amenities. Additionally, the property's transparency is supported by trustworthiness scoring 8 out of 10, complemented by ample visual representation through 24 photos and excellent pet friendliness nearby.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath465 sqft$825–$895 /mo3 units availableLocated in the historic Dogtown neighborhood, living at the Emma will deliver you a uniquely St. Louis living experience. Forest Park is within walking distance from the building, with direct access to Interstate 64 being the only separation between you and the Saint Louis Zoo. You'll find shopping, restaurants, and other amenities all around you with your proximity to Clayton, the Hill, Tower Grove, and more. Just down the road St. Louis Community College and the Science Center. Fully renovated with new, stainless steel appliances! Free washers and dryers along with free storage can be found in the basement. Utilities: Tenant pays for electricity and unit gas, and a prorated share for water, sewer, trash, and shared gas. Security Deposit: An amount equal to the first month's rent+ $100 non-refundable administrative fee. Parking: Street parking only for now, we are in the process of reworking the garage parking. All occupants over the age of 18 must apply for residency. The application fee is $50/applicant. We will conduct a criminal, credit, and background check as well as verify employment and residency. We would require all occupants to make 3 times the monthly rental amount in gross income, collectively. A 600 FICO2 or higher credit score is required, and the score is pulled from Experian. For additional requirements, please contact the property manager directly at 314.366.1902
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,350 /mo1 unit availableLocated in the historic Dogtown neighborhood, living at the Emma will deliver you a uniquely St. Louis living experience. Forest Park is within walking distance from the building, with direct access to Interstate 64 being the only separation between you and the Saint Louis Zoo. You'll find shopping, restaurants, and other amenities all around you with your proximity to Clayton, the Hill, Tower Grove, and more. Just down the road St. Louis Community College and the Science Center. Fully renovated with new, stainless-steel appliances! Free washers and dryers along with free storage can be found in the basement. Utilities: Tenant pays for electricity and unit gas, and a $60 monthly fee for water, sewer, trash, and shared gas. Security Deposit: An amount equal to the first month's rent+ $100 non-refundable administrative fee. Contact the property manager directly at 314.366.1902

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Amenities for The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningWindow A/C Unit

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Stove/Range
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove/Range

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog policy

Allowed 
Limit1

Cat policy

Allowed 
Limit1
Building details

Property details

Units39
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About The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave

HomeApartments in St. LouisClayton-Tamm The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave

Located in the historic Dogtown neighborhood, living at the Emma will deliver you a uniquely St. Louis living experience. Forest Park is within walking distance from the building, with direct access to Interstate 64 being the only separation between you and the Saint Louis Zoo. You'll find shopping, restaurants, and other amenities all around you with your proximity to Clayton, the Hill, Tower Grove, and more. Just down the road St. Louis Community College and the Science Center. Fully renovated with new, stainless-steel appliances! Free washers and dryers along with free storage can be found in the basement. Utilities: Tenant pays for electricity and unit gas, and a prorated share for water, sewer, trash, and shared gas. Security Deposit: An amount equal to the first month's rent+ $100 non-refundable administrative fee. Parking: Street parking only for now, we are in the process of reworking the garage parking. All occupants over the age of 18 must apply for residency. The application fee is $50/applicant. We will conduct a criminal, credit, and background check as well as verify employment and residency. We would require all occupants to make 3 times the monthly rental amount in gross income, collectively. A 600 FICO2 or higher credit score is required, and the score is pulled from Experian. For additional requirements, please contact the property manager directly at 314.366.1902


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.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave
Price·9A 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.
The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave 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 The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave 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.

The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

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 The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
Studio is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 100 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Clayton-Tamm

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave to be 13% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Clayton-Tamm.

Median rents as of Sep 13 2025.
Clayton-Tamm
St. Louis
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in St. Louis
MonthMedian Rent
September 2023$877
October 2023$874
November 2023$885
December 2023$854
January 2024$882
February 2024$895
March 2024$921
April 2024$938
May 2024$957
June 2024$971
July 2024$1,027
August 2024$978
September 2024$990
October 2024$995
November 2024$978
December 2024$993
January 2025$985
February 2025$985
March 2025$991
April 2025$1,001
May 2025$937
June 2025$935
July 2025$939
August 2025$976
September 2025$945
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Clayton-Tamm
MonthMedian Rent
October 2023$1,200
December 2023$1,150
January 2024$1,150
February 2024$1,200
March 2024$1,158
April 2024$1,200
May 2024$1,219
June 2024$1,250
July 2024$1,174
August 2024$799
September 2024$699
October 2024$699
December 2024$1,095
January 2025$1,095
April 2025$1,300
May 2025$1,298
June 2025$1,300
July 2025$1,260
August 2025$1,241
September 2025$1,300

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Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$33,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $33,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $825.
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Schools near The Emma - 6244 Oakland Ave

Mason Elementary School

6031 southwest ave

st louis, MO, 63139

PK, K-6Public
C

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-

Elias Michael Elementary School

2 gateway dr

st louis, MO, 63106

PK, K-8Public
C-

Humboldt Academy of Higher Learning

2516 s 9th st

st. louis, MO, 63104

3-5Public
C-
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Getting around Saint Louis near 6244 Oakland Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 6244 Oakland Ave, Saint Louis

Groceries

6/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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