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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fitness center
  • Sparkling swimming pools
  • New fitness center
  • Leash-free dog park
  • 24/7 on-site laundry facilities
  • All-electric homes

Location

5549 Southfield Dr, Saint Louis, MO 63129, USA|Oakville
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(314) 470-9779

Property Overview

Southfield Apartments earns a strong overall impression with an 8.4 Zumper Expert Rating, standout value for money, and a prime location rating of 9 out of 10. It offers a well-rounded mix of amenities, including a fitness center, sparkling swimming pools, a leash-free dog park, 24/7 on-site laundry, and all-electric homes, along with nearby top-rated schools and competitive pricing.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Southfield Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Southfield Apartments 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

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Floor plans

1Bd/1Ba1 bed1 bath700 sqft$995 /mo1 unit availableSouthfield Apartments, where quality meets affordability! Nestled in the heart of Oakville, we are the perfect combination of location and price. Easily accessible to most major highways and within minutes of superb shopping, delicious restaurants, and several local entertainment attractions, including Forest Park and Grants Farm. At Southfield you will enjoy your spacious all electric apartment home, complete with an over the range microwave in the kitchen and outdoor storage. As a Southfield Resident, you will pay a nominal Utility Fee of $70-$80 that will include water, sewer, trash! We are proud to be one of the only local communities to offer NO PET RENT as well as sparkling swimming pools! We also have a NEW Fitness Center!
2Bd/1Ba2 bed1 bath900 sqft$995–$1,490 /mo14 units availableSouthfield Apartments, where quality meets affordability! Nestled in the heart of Oakville, we are the perfect combination of location and price. Easily accessible to most major highways and within minutes of superb shopping, delicious restaurants, and several local entertainment attractions, including Forest Park and Grants Farm. At Southfield you will enjoy your spacious all electric apartment home, complete with an over the range microwave in the kitchen and outdoor storage. As a Southfield Resident, you will pay a nominal Utility Fee of $70-$80 that will include water, sewer, trash! We are proud to be one of the only local communities to offer NO PET RENT as well as sparkling swimming pools! We also have a NEW Fitness Center!

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Amenities for Southfield Apartments

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Policies and fees

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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Southfield Apartments

HomeApartments in OakvilleOakville Southfield Apartments

Southfield Apartments offers 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom apartments (700-900 sq ft) in Oakville 63129. Easily accessible to most major highways and within minutes of shopping, delicious restaurants, and several local entertainment attractions, including Forest Park and Grants Farm. All-electric homes feature over-the-range microwaves and outdoor storage. Community amenities include multiple outdoor swimming pools, a fitness center, a leash-free dog park, and 24/7 on-site laundry facilities. Pets allowed with no pet rent. (1 bath),12,13,14 and short term leases. OPEN OFFICE HOURS - WALK INS WELCOME Monday 12pm-4pm Wednesday 8am-12pm Friday 8am-12pm


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 Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, Southfield Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Southfield Apartments 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 Southfield Apartments
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.
Southfield Apartments 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, Southfield Apartments 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.
Southfield Apartments 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 Southfield Apartments 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.

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 Southfield Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.5 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 200 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 3 miles away

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Rent trends in Oakville

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 1% lower than 1-bedrooms in Oakville.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Southfield Apartments to be 31% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Oakville.

Median rents as of Aug 29 2026.
Oakville
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A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Oakville
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,100
October 2024$1,121
November 2024$1,121
December 2024$1,119
January 2025$1,118
February 2025$1,001
March 2025$894
April 2025$896
May 2025$936
June 2025$947
July 2025$939
August 2025$986
September 2025$942
October 2025$958
November 2025$986
December 2025$1,023
January 2026$992
February 2026$960
March 2026$941
April 2026$976
May 2026$987
June 2026$975
July 2026$998
August 2026$1,003
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Oakville
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,100
October 2024$1,121
November 2024$1,121
February 2025$964
March 2025$894
April 2025$896
May 2025$936
June 2025$947
July 2025$939
August 2025$986
September 2025$942
October 2025$958
November 2025$986
December 2025$1,023
January 2026$992
February 2026$960
March 2026$941
April 2026$976
May 2026$987
June 2026$975
July 2026$998
August 2026$1,003

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$39,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $39,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $995.
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Schools near Southfield Apartments

Oakville Elementary School

2911 yaeger rd

st louis, MO, 63129

K-5Public
B

John Cary Early Childhood Center

3155 koch rd

st louis, MO, 63125

PKPublic

Mosaic Elementary

3701 will ave

st. louis, MO, 63125

K-5Public
A-

Dressel Elementary School

10911 tesson ferry rd

st. louis, MO, 63123

K-5Public
B+

Southview School

11660 eddie and park rd

crestwood, MO, 63126

K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Saint Louis near 5549 Southfield Dr

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 5549 Southfield Dr, Saint Louis

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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Dierbergs Markets
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Walmart Supercenter
3270 Telegraph Rd
Sam's Club
4512 Lemay Ferry Rd

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