Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on June 16, 2026
Average rent in
University City, MO
Average rent in
Last updated on June 16, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where University City rent stands today
University City, MO rent rose 7.9% year over year to a current median of $1,600/month. Rent slipped 7.5% month over month from the peak of $1,730/month in May 2026.
Compared to national trends
University City rents run 17.9% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median. With 54 total rentals, it offers a smaller but more affordable market compared to larger metros.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in University City sit at $1,600/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,900/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,350/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,950/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $4,500/month. The 3-bedroom segment makes up 43.8% of inventory, the largest share.
Neighborhood spotlight
Studio rents in University City fell by 57.0% year over year, contrasting with the overall citywide rent increase of 7.9%. This segment's decline marks a distinct local trend within the broader market.
Median rent
Median rent in University City
$1,600/mo
8%vs previous year
The average rent in University City is $1,600 per month as of June 2026. This is 18% below the national average rent, or $350 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in University City
54
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of University City rentals at each price point
Rent trends in University City, MO
Average rent prices in University City have decreased by 8% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
University City, MO
Rent prices in University City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in University City is $1,595, whereas a house costs $1,745. 1-bedroom apartments in University City run $1,195 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,495.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,600 |  47% | 54% | |
1 bedroom | $1,900 | 5% | 53% | |
2 bedroom | $1,350 | 6% | 8% | |
3 bedroom | $1,950 | No Change | 15% | |
4 bedroom | $4,500 | 3% | 6% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
University City | $1,600 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,595 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,747 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,745 | 2% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
47%
Last year
54%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,900
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
53%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,350
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
8%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,950
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
15%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,500
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
6%
University City
Average rent
$1,600
Apartments
Average rent
$1,595
Last 30 days
4%
Condos
Average rent
$1,747
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$1,745
Last 30 days
2%
The table above reflects average rent prices in University City, MO, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in University City, MO compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in University City and Berkeley by all bedroom counts and property types.
University City
18%lower than the national median
33%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in University City, MO is 23% higher than the median rent in Berkeley, MO.
Average rent in nearby cities
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28%$1,818
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12%$1,295
7%$1,500
2%Discover rentals in University City, MO
11h ago
8650 Kingsbridge Dr, University City, MO 63132
1–2 beds
1 bath
$995–$1,450
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in University City
8303 Braddock Dr #1, University City, MO 63132
2 beds
1 bath
$1,075
House for rent
Available May 23
3d ago
1100 Midland Blvd, University City, MO 63130
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Apartment for rent
4d ago
1000 Wild Cherry Ln, University City, MO 63130
3 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$5,767
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in University City
6634 Pershing Ave, University City, MO 63130
3 beds
2.5 baths
$4,100
House for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in University City
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,995
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in University City
6637 Waterman Ave, University City, MO 63130
4 beds
2.5 baths
$3,995
House for rent
13h ago
705 Interdrive, University City, MO 63130
3 beds
1 bath
$2,345
Apartment for rent
1h ago
Verified
3 beds
2 baths
$5,767
Apartment for rent
11h ago
8650 Kingsbridge Dr, University City, MO 63132
1–2 beds
1 bath
$995–$1,450
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Apartment for rent in University City
3 beds
2 baths
$2,950
$2,850
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 15
3d ago
1100 Midland Blvd, University City, MO 63130
2 beds
1 bath
$1,175
Apartment for rent
13h ago
705 Interdrive, University City, MO 63130
3 beds
1 bath
$2,345
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in University City
5 S Big Bend Blvd #1A, University City, MO 63105
3 beds
2 baths
$2,700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in University City
7359 Balson Ave, University City, MO 63130
3 beds
2 baths
$1,900
Apartment for rent
11h ago
8650 Kingsbridge Dr, University City, MO 63132
1–2 beds
1 bath
$995–$1,450
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in University City
6927 Raymond Ave, University City, MO 63130
2 beds
1 bath
$1,350
Apartment for rent
9h ago
Apartment for rent in University City
3 beds
2 baths
$2,950
$2,850
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Jul 15
1d ago
Apartment for rent in University City
908 Eastgate Ave #2N, University City, MO 63130
2 beds
1 bath
$1,300
Apartment for rent
Available May 18
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Frequently asked questions for University City, MO
Quick answers to common questions about the University City rental market.
How much is rent in University City?
The average rent in University City is $1,600 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in University City?
Average rent prices in University City have decreased by 8% over the last month and have increased by 8% since last year.
How does University City rent compare to the national average?
Rent in University City is 18% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $350 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in University City?
To comfortably afford rent in University City, you'd need to earn approximately $64,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in University City?
University City's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $1,300 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,400 monthly. These figures reflect current market conditions across the city's rental inventory.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).