Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in St. Louis County, Missouri
St. Louis County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,349 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,209 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $25.94 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,349
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 8% more than in Missouri
- Typical rent
- $1,209
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 17% more than in Missouri
- Wage needed
- $25.94
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $53,960 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 48%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 6% more than in Missouri
Only here
Renting in St. Louis County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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St. Louis County has the 4th highest typical rent of the 115 counties in Missouri ($1,209).
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Among the neighboring counties, Franklin County has the lowest typical rent ($893), 26% below the $1,209 in St. Louis County.
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St. Louis County has the 7th highest typical household income of the 115 counties in Missouri ($82,936).
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in St. Louis County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in St. Louis County was $1,490 a month in September 2026: 4.2% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,064 | $20.46 | $42,560 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,104 | $21.23 | $44,160 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,349 | $25.94 | $53,960 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,731 | $33.29 | $69,240 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,997 | $38.40 | $79,880 |
HUD area: St. Louis, MO-IL HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 43 ZIP codes in St. Louis County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,060 in 63140 to $2,020 in 63131. 32 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($1,349).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 63005 | $1,470 | $1,520 | $1,860 | $2,390 | $2,750 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 63011 | $1,510 | $1,560 | $1,910 | $2,450 | $2,830 |
| 63017 | $1,520 | $1,580 | $1,930 | $2,480 | $2,860 |
| 63021 | $1,290 | $1,330 | $1,630 | $2,090 | $2,410 |
| 63025 | $1,190 | $1,240 | $1,510 | $1,940 | $2,240 |
| 63031 | $1,300 | $1,350 | $1,650 | $2,120 | $2,440 |
| 63033 | $1,110 | $1,150 | $1,410 | $1,810 | $2,090 |
| 63034 | $1,590 | $1,650 | $2,020 | $2,590 | $2,990 |
| 63038 | $1,320 | $1,370 | $1,670 | $2,140 | $2,470 |
| 63040 | $1,480 | $1,540 | $1,880 | $2,410 | $2,780 |
| 63042 | $940 | $970 | $1,190 | $1,530 | $1,760 |
| 63043 | $1,170 | $1,210 | $1,480 | $1,900 | $2,190 |
| 63044 | $1,050 | $1,090 | $1,330 | $1,710 | $1,970 |
| 63045 | $1,130 | $1,170 | $1,430 | $1,840 | $2,120 |
| 63074 | $940 | $970 | $1,190 | $1,530 | $1,760 |
| 63088 | $1,260 | $1,310 | $1,600 | $2,050 | $2,370 |
| 63105 | $1,490 | $1,550 | $1,890 | $2,430 | $2,800 |
| 63114 | $1,100 | $1,150 | $1,400 | $1,800 | $2,070 |
| 63117 | $1,210 | $1,260 | $1,540 | $1,980 | $2,280 |
| 63119 | $1,140 | $1,180 | $1,440 | $1,850 | $2,130 |
| 63121 | $970 | $1,010 | $1,230 | $1,580 | $1,820 |
| 63122 | $1,260 | $1,310 | $1,600 | $2,050 | $2,370 |
| 63123 | $1,080 | $1,120 | $1,370 | $1,760 | $2,030 |
| 63124 | $1,590 | $1,650 | $2,020 | $2,590 | $2,990 |
| 63125 | $910 | $950 | $1,160 | $1,490 | $1,720 |
| 63126 | $1,060 | $1,100 | $1,350 | $1,730 | $2,000 |
| 63127 | $1,140 | $1,190 | $1,450 | $1,860 | $2,150 |
| 63128 | $1,090 | $1,130 | $1,380 | $1,770 | $2,040 |
| 63129 | $1,050 | $1,090 | $1,330 | $1,710 | $1,970 |
| 63130 | $1,170 | $1,210 | $1,480 | $1,900 | $2,190 |
| 63131 | $1,590 | $1,650 | $2,020 | $2,590 | $2,990 |
| 63132 | $1,290 | $1,340 | $1,640 | $2,100 | $2,430 |
| 63133 | $1,000 | $1,040 | $1,270 | $1,630 | $1,880 |
| 63134 | $1,080 | $1,120 | $1,370 | $1,760 | $2,030 |
| 63135 | $1,110 | $1,150 | $1,410 | $1,810 | $2,090 |
| 63136 | $970 | $1,010 | $1,230 | $1,580 | $1,820 |
| 63137 | $1,030 | $1,060 | $1,300 | $1,670 | $1,920 |
| 63138 | $1,080 | $1,120 | $1,370 | $1,760 | $2,030 |
| 63140 | $840 | $870 | $1,060 | $1,360 | $1,570 |
| 63141 | $1,450 | $1,510 | $1,840 | $2,360 | $2,720 |
| 63143 | $880 | $920 | $1,120 | $1,440 | $1,660 |
| 63144 | $1,400 | $1,460 | $1,780 | $2,280 | $2,640 |
| 63146 | $1,390 | $1,440 | $1,760 | $2,260 | $2,610 |
- 63005 $1,860$2,390
- 63011 $1,910$2,450
- 63017 $1,930$2,480
- 63021 $1,630$2,090
- 63025 $1,510$1,940
- 63031 $1,650$2,120
- 63033 $1,410$1,810
- 63034 $2,020$2,590
- 63038 $1,670$2,140
- 63040 $1,880$2,410
- 63042 $1,190$1,530
- 63043 $1,480$1,900
- 63044 $1,330$1,710
- 63045 $1,430$1,840
- 63074 $1,190$1,530
- 63088 $1,600$2,050
- 63105 $1,890$2,430
- 63114 $1,400$1,800
- 63117 $1,540$1,980
- 63119 $1,440$1,850
- 63121 $1,230$1,580
- 63122 $1,600$2,050
- 63123 $1,370$1,760
- 63124 $2,020$2,590
- 63125 $1,160$1,490
- 63126 $1,350$1,730
- 63127 $1,450$1,860
- 63128 $1,380$1,770
- 63129 $1,330$1,710
- 63130 $1,480$1,900
- 63131 $2,020$2,590
- 63132 $1,640$2,100
- 63133 $1,270$1,630
- 63134 $1,370$1,760
- 63135 $1,410$1,810
- 63136 $1,230$1,580
- 63137 $1,300$1,670
- 63138 $1,370$1,760
- 63140 $1,060$1,360
- 63141 $1,840$2,360
- 63143 $1,120$1,440
- 63144 $1,780$2,280
- 63146 $1,760$2,260
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In St. Louis County, 48% of renter households are in that position; in Missouri, 46%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
48%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
127,319 households rent in St. Louis County
- Spend half or more of their income 25%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 24%
- Spend less than 30% 52%
Compared with the state and the country
- St. Louis 48%
- Missouri 46%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in St. Louis County
HUD lists 228 properties with homes for low-income households in St. Louis County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 173
- HUD-assisted
- 58
- public housing
- 7
10,519 homes in all; 9,328 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Laurel Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 2004 Vincennes Dr, Jennings 63136 352 homes, 336 low-income · 1 bd: 28 · 2 bd: 288 · 3 bd: 36 · In service since 2009 · For people with disabilities, families
- Covington Manor Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3746 Broken Hill Dr, Saint Louis 63125 400 homes, 255 low-income · 1 bd: 88 · 2 bd: 153 · 3 bd: 14 · In service since 1997
- Castle Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1600 Castle Park Dr, Saint Louis 63133 209 low-income homes · 1 bd: 148 · 2 bd: 61 · In service since 2011 · For people with disabilities, families · (314) 725-0666
- Hanley Crossing Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 8802 Dragonwyk Dr, Normandy 63121 208 low-income homes · 1 bd: 104 · 2 bd: 104 · In service since 2001
- Meadowglen Apartments HUD-assisted 12465 Scenic Lake Dr, Saint Louis 63138 208 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 741-2713
- Meadowglen Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 12534 Sparkling Lake Dr, Saint Louis 63138 208 homes, 207 low-income · 1 bd: 208 · In service since 2006 · For older adults
- Santa Maria Apartments HUD-assisted 12565 Santa Maria Ct, Hazelwood 63042 202 homes, 200 low-income · For older adults · (314) 739-7220
- Glen Owen Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) 9501 Abaco Ct, Saint Louis 63136 192 low-income homes · 2 bd: 192 · In service since 2007 · For families
- Gambrill Gardens HUD-assisted 1 Strecker Rd, Ellisville 63011 185 low-income homes · For older adults · (636) 394-2992
- Corinthian Senior Apartments HUD-assisted 3601 Lemay Ferry Rd, Saint Louis 63125 180 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 487-5553
- Santa Ana Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3737 Ashby Rd, Saint Ann 63074 169 low-income homes · Studio: 65 · 1 bd: 104 · In service since 2007 · For older adults · (314) 428-7385
- HOLY INFANT AND St. JOSEPH APARTMENTS HUD-assisted 7677 Watson Rd, Shrewsbury 63119 157 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 961-8000
- ST Joseph/Holy Infant Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 7663 Watson Rd, Shrewsbury 63119 157 low-income homes · In service since 2013 · For older adults
- Parkview Place Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 701 Westgate Ave, University City 63130 156 low-income homes · Studio: 39 · 1 bd: 117 · In service since 2004 · For older adults · (314) 721-7067
- Covenant Place III HUD-assisted 6 Millstone Campus Dr, Saint Louis 63146 155 homes, 150 low-income · For older adults · (314) 432-1610
- Alpha Terrace Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 6105 Etzel Ave, Saint Louis 63133 150 low-income homes · 1 bd: 150 · In service since 2009 · For older adults · (314) 862-5668
- ST. Patrick Apartments HUD-assisted 555 Bluff Parks Dr, Florissant 63031 150 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 839-3212
- Hawkins Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 1075 Caballo Ct, Fenton 63026 140 low-income homes · 2 bd: 106 · 3 bd: 34 · In service since 2007 · For families · (636) 225-6270
- Oak Tree Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1817 Cedar Glen Dr, Overland 63114 140 low-income homes · 2 bd: 140 · In service since 2001
- Kendelwood Apartments HUD-assisted 12404 Centerbrook Dr, Black Jack 63033 138 low-income homes · For families · (314) 355-2465
- Colonial Village Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 11 Colonial Village Ct, Saint Louis 63119 164 homes, 131 low-income · In service since 1991
- University Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 6416 Olive Blvd, University City 63130 133 homes, 131 low-income · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 44 · 4 bd: 9 · In service since 2002
- Elmwood Park Redevelopment Tax credit (LIHTC) 9605 Primmgarden Ct, Olivette 63132 128 low-income homes · 2 bd: 64 · 3 bd: 59 · 4 bd: 5 · In service since 1997
- Villa Lago Public housing 162 Fee Fee Rd, Maryland Heights 63043 120 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of St. Louis County · Average payment: $333 a month · Average wait: 352 months · (314) 428-3200
- Highview Homes Public housing 10324 Lord Dr, Saint Louis 63136 119 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of St. Louis County · Average payment: $416 a month · Average wait: 141 months · (314) 428-3200
- The Crown Center - Weinberg Tower HUD-assisted 8348 Delcrest Dr, Saint Louis 63124 118 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 991-2055
- Hickory Trace Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3591 Dehart Pl, Saint Ann 63074 126 homes, 116 low-income · 1 bd: 44 · 2 bd: 72 · In service since 1996
- Heritage Place Senior Living Tax credit (LIHTC) 10701 Saint Cosmas Ln, Saint Ann 63074 113 low-income homes · 1 bd: 79 · 2 bd: 34 · In service since 1998
- Boaz Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5530 Mable Ave, Saint Louis 63140 104 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 48 · 3 bd: 48 · In service since 1988
- Covenant Place II Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 8 Millstone Campus Dr, Saint Louis 63146 102 low-income homes · 1 bd: 102 · In service since 2019 · For older adults · (314) 432-1610
- HSG Auth of Kirkwood Public housing 385 S Taylor Ave, Kirkwood 63122 100 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of Kirkwood · Average payment: $558 a month · Average wait: 18 months · (314) 966-5610
- ST. John Neumann Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 8424 Lucas and Hunt Rd, Jennings 63136 100 low-income homes · Studio: 3 · 1 bd: 97 · In service since 2016 · For older adults · (314) 385-0707
- ST. Andrews of Jennings HUD-assisted 9600 Halls Ferry Rd, Saint Louis 63136 99 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 867-8993
- New Wellington II HUD-assisted 11325 Sugar Pine Dr, Florissant 63033 98 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 831-3200
- Heritage Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 8909 Weldon Ave, Saint Louis 63121 94 low-income homes · 1 bd: 94 · In service since 2016 · For older adults
- Maplewood Loop Apartments HUD-assisted 2286 Yale Ave, Maplewood 63143 89 homes, 88 low-income · For families · (314) 646-1109
- Trinity Park Senior HUD-assisted 11043 Mollerus Dr, Saint Louis 63138 102 homes, 85 low-income · For older adults · (314) 868-4300
- Pagedale Public housing 6517 Joseph Ave, Pagedale 63133 81 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of Pagedale · Average payment: $467 a month · Average wait: 108 months · Homes at several sites · (314) 428-3200
- Lackland Plaza Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 8462 Plazarock Ct, Saint Louis 63114 80 low-income homes · 1 bd: 40 · 2 bd: 40 · In service since 2002
- Century Gardens Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1601 Page Industrial Blvd, Saint Louis 63132 76 low-income homes · 2 bd: 76 · In service since 2000
- Concordia House HUD-assisted 111 E Woodbine Ave, Kirkwood 63122 76 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 822-7771
- Wellington Arms III HUD-assisted 11317 Sugar Pine Dr, Florissant 63033 76 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 831-3200
- Pope John Paul II Apartments HUD-assisted 6325 Waterways Dr, Florissant 63033 74 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 653-0400
- Brookside Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 10240 Mackenzie Rd, Saint Louis 63123 80 homes, 73 low-income · 1 bd: 50 · 2 bd: 30 · In service since 2007 · For families
- Charbonier Manor Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 876 Thompson Dr, Florissant 63031 71 low-income homes · 2 bd: 71 · In service since 2002
- Meacham Park Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1284 Rockridge Pl, Kirkwood 63122 83 homes, 70 low-income · 2 bd: 45 · 3 bd: 29 · 4 bd: 9 · In service since 2002
- Arbor Hill Public housing 145 Apple Ave, Maryland Heights 63043 70 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of St. Louis County · Average payment: $290 a month · (314) 428-3200
- Rose Hill House HUD-assisted 225 W Rose Hill Ave, Kirkwood 63122 67 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 966-0747
- Covenant Place I Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 10 Millstone Campus Dr, Saint Louis 63146 101 homes, 66 low-income · 1 bd: 101 · In service since 2016 · For older adults · (314) 432-1610
- Lemay Manor II HUD-assisted 3950 Adworth Dr, Saint Louis 63125 66 low-income homes · For families · (314) 894-2115
- Stratford Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 4385 Peyton Ln, Pine Lawn 63120 66 low-income homes · 2 bd: 34 · 3 bd: 32 · In service since 2004 · For people with disabilities, families
- Colony North Phase I Tax credit (LIHTC) 5500 Eagle Valley Dr, Saint Louis 63136 82 homes, 65 low-income · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 38 · 4 bd: 14 · In service since 2003
- Parkview Gardens Rehabilitation I Tax credit (LIHTC) 6305 Cabanne Ave, University City 63130 64 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 34 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1996
- Lemay Manor Apts. I HUD-assisted 3950 Adworth Dr, Saint Louis 63125 63 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 894-2115
- Wellston Townhouses HUD-assisted 6206 Wells Ave, Wellston 63133 63 low-income homes · For families · (314) 361-8338
- Holy Angels II HUD-assisted 3499 De Paul Ln, Bridgeton 63044 63 homes, 62 low-income · For older adults · (314) 298-9505
- Dunn Road Manor Lihtc Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 3399 Dunn Rd, Florissant 63033 62 low-income homes · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 18 · In service since 2017 · For older adults · (314) 830-2774
- Hilltop Heights HUD-assisted 11 Hilltop Village Center Dr, Eureka 63025 62 low-income homes · For older adults · (636) 938-3387
- Park Ridge Apts (st Louis) Tax credit (LIHTC) 328 Kingston Dr, Saint Louis 63125 60 low-income homes · 2 bd: 60 · In service since 2000
- ST. Patrick Apartments II HUD-assisted 583 Bluff Parks Dr, Florissant 63031 60 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 839-3212
- Crown Center - Phase I HUD-assisted 8350 Delcrest Dr, Saint Louis 63124 126 homes, 59 low-income · For older adults · (314) 991-2055
- Holy Angels I HUD-assisted 3455 De Paul Ln, Bridgeton 63044 57 homes, 56 low-income · For older adults · (314) 298-9505
- The Residences at Jennings Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 2360 Middle River Rd, Jennings 63136 54 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 42 · In service since 2015 · For older adults
- The Residences at Jennings Place III Tax credit (LIHTC) 2250 Middle River Rd, Jennings 63136 54 low-income homes · 1 bd: 18 · 2 bd: 36 · In service since 2020 · For older adults
- New Northside Village HUD-assisted 2054 Nemnich Rd, Saint Louis 63136 52 homes, 51 low-income · For older adults · (314) 869-9700
- Fairview Village Senior Living Tax credit (LIHTC) 2120 Switzer Ave, Jennings 63136 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 38 · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 2011 · For older adults
- The Residences at Jennings Place II, LP Tax credit (LIHTC) 2355 Middle River Rd, Jennings 63136 54 homes, 49 low-income · 1 bd: 17 · 2 bd: 37 · In service since 2017 · For older adults
- Life Skills Apartments HUD-assisted 364 S Taylor Ave, Kirkwood 63122 64 homes, 48 low-income · For people with disabilities · (314) 843-6793
- Stratford Manor Tax credit (LIHTC) 4000 Peyton Ln, Pine Lawn 63120 52 homes, 48 low-income · 1 bd: 41 · 2 bd: 11 · In service since 2009 · For older adults
- Avonlea Senior Living Tax credit (LIHTC) 531 Avonlea Ct, Eureka 63025 48 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 36 · In service since 2018 · For older adults
- Hillside II Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 160 Kingston Dr, Saint Louis 63125 48 low-income homes · 2 bd: 48 · In service since 2000
- Stratford Commons Apts II Tax credit (LIHTC) 4133 Peyton Ln, Pine Lawn 63120 48 low-income homes · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 22 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2006 · For people with disabilities, families
- Marvin Gardens Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1 Marvin Gdns, Saint Louis 63114 46 low-income homes · 2 bd: 46 · In service since 2001
- Shannon Fox Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 8850 Shannon Fox Cir, Jennings 63136 46 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 22 · In service since 1995
- Bentwood Townhomes II LP Tax credit (LIHTC) 5701 Eagle Valley Dr, Saint Louis 63136 64 homes, 45 low-income · 1 bd: 24 · 2 bd: 30 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2004 · For families
- NCR of ST. Louis I HUD-assisted 6050 Telegraph Rd, Saint Louis 63129 45 homes, 44 low-income · For older adults · (314) 293-1730
- Meramec Place Apartments HUD-assisted 45 Cheryl Ln, Valley Park 63088 42 low-income homes · For families · (314) 428-3200
- Pagedale Senior Housing & Retail Dev Tax credit (LIHTC) 6810 Page Ave, Pagedale 63133 42 homes, 41 low-income · In service since 2012 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Douglass Manor Apartments HUD-assisted 546 N Elm Ave, Webster Groves 63119 41 low-income homes · For families · (314) 968-3511
- Pine Lawn Manor 2017 Tax credit (LIHTC) 6506 Wright Way, Saint Louis 63121 41 low-income homes · 3 bd: 41 · In service since 2019 · For families
- Corinthian III Senior Apartments HUD-assisted 1762 Lemay Ferry Rd, Saint Louis 63125 40 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 631-7215
- Gateway Accessible Housing HUD-assisted 1599 Gene Crayton Ave, Spanish Lake 63138 40 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 609-2384
- Lemay Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 611 Lagro Ave, Saint Louis 63125 40 low-income homes · 3 bd: 36 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 2016 · For families
- Mount Beulah Terrace HUD-assisted 7550 Page Ave, Saint Louis 63133 40 homes, 39 low-income · For older adults · (314) 726-6000
- University Commons Apartments HUD-assisted 6417 North Dr, University City 63130 133 homes, 37 low-income · For families · (314) 725-3411
- Corinthian IV Senior Apartments HUD-assisted 11120 Tesson Ferry Rd, Saint Louis 63123 36 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 849-9110
- Hillside Affordable Assoc Tax credit (LIHTC) 200 Kingston Dr, Saint Louis 63125 36 low-income homes · 2 bd: 36 · In service since 1995
- Mackenzie Place Phase I HUD-assisted 8520 Mackenzie Rd, Saint Louis 63123 36 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 884-7900
- Rainbow Village I HUD-assisted 1240 Dautel Ln, Saint Louis 63146 35 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (314) 567-1522
- Mackenzie Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 8520 Mackenzie Rd, Affton 63123 34 low-income homes · 1 bd: 17 · 2 bd: 17 · In service since 2011 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Kingston Valley Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 356 Kingston Dr, Saint Louis 63125 33 low-income homes · Studio: 14 · 1 bd: 19 · In service since 2000
- Bentwood Townhomes III Tax credit (LIHTC) 5777 Eagle Valley Dr, Saint Louis 63136 52 homes, 31 low-income · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 28 · In service since 2005 · For people with disabilities, families
- Mackenzie Place Phase II HUD-assisted 8520 Mackenzie Rd, Saint Louis 63123 31 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 884-7900
- Pine Lawn Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 4107 Oakwood Ave, Saint Louis 63121 31 low-income homes · In service since 2013 · For people with disabilities, families
- Affordable Homes of Berkeley Tax credit (LIHTC) 6129 Jackson Ave, Berkeley 63134 30 low-income homes · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2020 · For families
- Hillsdale Homes 2015 Tax credit (LIHTC) 2174 Englewood Ter, Chesterfield 63017 30 low-income homes · 3 bd: 30 · In service since 2016 · For families
- Rose Hill House II HUD-assisted 225 W Rose Hill Ave, Kirkwood 63122 30 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 966-0747
- Glen Trails E Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1808 Chambers Rd, Saint Louis 63136 28 low-income homes · 2 bd: 28 · In service since 2001
- ST. Andrews of Jennings Phase II HUD-assisted 9600 New Halls Ferry Rd, Jennings 63136 27 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 867-8993
- Glen Trails West Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 840 Dawnview Ct, Florissant 63031 26 low-income homes · 3 bd: 26 · In service since 2000
- Wcsa Homes II Tax credit (LIHTC) 1549 Wellston Ave, Wellston 63133 26 low-income homes · 3 bd: 23 · 4 bd: 3 · In service since 2002
- North Webster Village Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 920 Bell Ave, Webster Groves 63119 24 low-income homes · 2 bd: 24 · In service since 2017 · For families · (314) 535-2220
- TEAMSTER Manor HUD-assisted 9516 Weyburn Dr, Saint Louis 63136 24 low-income homes · For older adults · (314) 388-1515
- Woodhaven II HUD-assisted 8261 Brenner Ave, Saint Louis 63114 23 low-income homes · For people with disabilities
- Gateway Accessible Housing III HUD-assisted 182 Kinswood Ln, Saint Louis 63129 22 low-income homes · For people with disabilities
- Hillsdale Ha Public housing 2162 Cherry Ave, Hillsdale 63121 22 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of Hillsdale · Average payment: $305 a month · Average wait: 183 months · Homes at several sites · (314) 428-3200
- Woodhaven I HUD-assisted 1162 Remley Ct, Saint Louis 63130 22 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (816) 565-4475
- Beyond Housing I Tax credit (LIHTC) 6507 Joseph Ave, Saint Louis 63133 20 low-income homes · 3 bd: 20 · In service since 2004
- 161 Chambers RD Tax credit (LIHTC) 161 Chambers Rd, Saint Louis 63137 18 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 1988
- Gateway Accessible Housing II HUD-assisted 6801 Olive Blvd, Saint Louis 63130 18 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (314) 725-6694
- Maplewood New Heritage Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 7157 Lyndover Pl, Maplewood 63143 16 low-income homes · 1 bd: 5 · 2 bd: 6 · 3 bd: 5 · In service since 1997
- Center III Apartments HUD-assisted 2443 Prouhet Ave, Breckenridge Hills 63114 15 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (314) 533-4245
- CP 2004 (castlepoint) Tax credit (LIHTC) 10224 Duke Dr, Saint Louis 63136 15 low-income homes · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 2005 · For people with disabilities, families
- Hillsdale Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 1908 Lindell Ave, Saint Louis 63121 15 low-income homes · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 2004
- Imperial Properties Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 20 E Allison Ave, Saint Louis 63119 15 low-income homes · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 1993
- Leschen Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 6523 Jesse Jackson Ave, Saint Louis 63121 15 low-income homes · 3 bd: 15 · In service since 2005 · For people with disabilities, families
- Wcsa Homes IV Tax credit (LIHTC) 6301 Hobart Ave, Wellston 63133 15 low-income homes · 3 bd: 13 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2009 · For families
- 1209-13 Chambers Tax credit (LIHTC) 1209 Chambers Rd, Ferguson 63135 14 low-income homes · 2 bd: 14 · In service since 1989
- Olivette Public housing 9330 Rothwell Heights Ln, Olivette 63132 14 low-income homes · Run by Housing Authority of the City of Olivette · Average payment: $526 a month · Homes at several sites · (314) 428-3200
- Rainbow Village II HUD-assisted 442 Olian Dr, Manchester 63011 14 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (314) 567-1522
- 2270 Yale Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 2270 Yale Ave, Maplewood 63143 12 low-income homes · 2 bd: 12 · In service since 1989
- 720-22 Eastgate Tax credit (LIHTC) 720 Eastgate Ave, University City 63130 12 low-income homes · 2 bd: 9 · 3 bd: 3 · In service since 1989
- Living City Project Tax credit (LIHTC) 5956 Theodore Ave, Saint Louis 63136 12 low-income homes · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 1999
- Rainbow Village III HUD-assisted 1240 Dautel Ln, Saint Louis 63146 12 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (314) 567-1522
- Wcsa Homes III Tax credit (LIHTC) 1520 Ogden Ave, Saint Louis 63133 12 low-income homes · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 2005 · For people with disabilities, families
- Ehpc 6 Tax credit (LIHTC) 7594 Blanding Dr, Saint Louis 63135 11 low-income homes · 3 bd: 11 · In service since 1996
- Ehpc 9 Tax credit (LIHTC) 1323 Westover Ave, University City 63130 11 low-income homes · 3 bd: 11 · In service since 2000
- Ecumenical 4 Tax credit (LIHTC) 833 Marvin Ave, Ferguson 63135 10 low-income homes · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 1993
- Ehpc 3 Tax credit (LIHTC) 8325 Jefferson Ave, Saint Louis 63114 10 low-income homes · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 1991
- Jennings Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 8748 Granada Pl, Jennings 63136 8 low-income homes · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 1992
- 6162-6192 Payne Drive Tax credit (LIHTC) 6162 Payne Ave, Saint Louis 63135 7 low-income homes · 3 bd: 7 · In service since 1988
- Ehpc 7 Tax credit (LIHTC) 8983 Ramona Ave, Saint Louis 63121 7 low-income homes · 3 bd: 7 · In service since 1997
- 804 Eastgate Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 804 Eastgate Ave, University City 63130 6 low-income homes · 4 bd: 6 · In service since 1989
- 8318-8325 Wabash Tax credit (LIHTC) 8318 Wabash Ave, Berkeley 63134 6 low-income homes · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1989
- Ehpc 8 Tax credit (LIHTC) 2609 High Ridge Ave, Jennings 63136 6 low-income homes · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1999
- Pasteur Ave Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3016 Pasteur Ave, Overland 63114 4 low-income homes · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 1987
- 10353 Castle DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 10353 Castle Dr, Saint Louis 63136 2 low-income homes · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 1996
- 1331 & 1333 N Florissant RD Tax credit (LIHTC) 1331 N Florissant Rd, Saint Louis 63135 2 low-income homes · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 1987
- 2013 N Geyer RD Tax credit (LIHTC) 2013 N Geyer Rd, Des Peres 63131 2 low-income homes · 2 bd: 1 · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 10053 Monarch DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 10053 Monarch Dr, Saint Louis 63136 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 10135 Lord DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 10135 Lord Dr, Saint Louis 63136 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1995
- 10216 Duke DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 10216 Duke Dr, Saint Louis 63136 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1987
- 10353 Duke DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 10353 Duke Dr, Saint Louis 63136 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1987
- 107 Reasnor Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 107 Reasnor Ave, Saint Louis 63119 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1993
- 1312 Eastover Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 1312 Eastover Ave, University City 63130 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- 1446 70th ST Tax credit (LIHTC) 1446 70th St, Saint Louis 63133 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 1451 Engelholm Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 1451 Engelholm Ave, Saint Louis 63133 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 1500 Purdue Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 1500 Purdue Ave, Saint Louis 63133 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1990
- 1533 Purdue Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 1533 Purdue Ave, Saint Louis 63133 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 1549 Ferguson Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 1549 Ferguson Ave, Saint Louis 63133 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 1634 Stockard Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 1634 Stockard Ave, Richmond Heights 63117 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1994
- 2160 Edmund Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 2160 Edmund Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 2519 Crescent Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 2519 Crescent Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 3718 Sylvan PL Tax credit (LIHTC) 3718 Sylvan Pl, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 4012 Shirley DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 4012 Shirley Dr, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 405 Alsobrook ST Tax credit (LIHTC) 405 Alsobrook St, Saint Louis 63122 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 409 Alsobrook ST Tax credit (LIHTC) 409 Alsobrook St, Saint Louis 63122 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 412 New York ST Tax credit (LIHTC) 412 New York St, Saint Louis 63122 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 415 Meacham ST Tax credit (LIHTC) 415 Meacham St, Saint Louis 63122 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 4204 Oakwood Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 4204 Oakwood Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 4222 Edgewood BLVD Tax credit (LIHTC) 4222 Edgewood Blvd, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 429 Mueller Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 429 Mueller Ave, Ferguson 63135 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- 4326 Russet DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 4326 Russet Dr, Saint Louis 63134 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 5459 Helen Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 5459 Helen Ave, Jennings 63136 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 557 N Elm Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 557 N Elm Ave, Webster Groves 63119 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1990
- 5969 Theodore Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 5969 Theodore Ave, Saint Louis 63136 1 low-income home · 1 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 6007 Cascade DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 6007 Cascade Dr, Berkeley 63134 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1991
- 6011 Hancock Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 6011 Hancock Ave, Berkeley 63134 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1990
- 6019 Shillington DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 6019 Shillington Dr, Berkeley 63134 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 6101 Garfield Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 6101 Garfield Ave, Berkeley 63134 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1993
- 6106 ST Paul PL Tax credit (LIHTC) 6106 Saint Paul Pl, Saint Louis 63120 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 6228 Lorraine Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 6228 Lorraine Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 6229 Dowler Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 6229 Dowler Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 6230 Dardanella Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 6230 Dardanella Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 6236 Greer Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 6236 Greer Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1987
- 6304 Hancock Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 6304 Hancock Ave, Berkeley 63134 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 6623 Raymond Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 6623 Raymond Ave, Saint Louis 63133 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1990
- 6645 Sassenrath LN Tax credit (LIHTC) 6645 Sassenrath Ln, Berkeley 63134 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 6750 Raymond Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 6750 Raymond Ave, Saint Louis 63133 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 6937 Etzel Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 6937 Etzel Ave, University City 63130 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 6949 Normandale DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 6949 Normandale Dr, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 7003 Glenmore Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 7003 Glenmore Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 7009 Melrose Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 7009 Melrose Ave, University City 63130 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 704 Cornell Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 704 Cornell Ave, Webster Groves 63119 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 7112 Woodrow Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 7112 Woodrow Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1991
- 7332 Doncaster DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 7332 Doncaster Dr, Saint Louis 63133 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 8024 Ellerton Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 8024 Ellerton Ave, Saint Louis 63114 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 806 Holland Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 806 Holland Ave, Webster Groves 63119 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1987
- 8104 Ellerton Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 8104 Ellerton Ave, Saint Louis 63114 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1990
- 8134 Rector DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 8134 Rector Dr, Berkeley 63134 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1990
- 815 Cornell Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 815 Cornell Ave, Webster Groves 63119 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- 823 Holland Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 823 Holland Ave, Webster Groves 63119 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 8237 Jefferson Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 8237 Jefferson Ave, Saint Louis 63114 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 907 N Elm Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 907 N Elm Ave, Webster Groves 63119 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 911 N Elm Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 911 N Elm Ave, Webster Groves 63119 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 9131 Bel Acres CT Tax credit (LIHTC) 9131 Bel Acres Ct, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- 9710 Green Valley DR Tax credit (LIHTC) 9710 Green Valley Dr, Saint Louis 63136 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1988
- Allman Tax credit (LIHTC) 6155 Behle Ave, Saint Louis 63135 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1991
- Becker I Tax credit (LIHTC) 201 Becker Dr, Saint Louis 63135 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- Becker II Tax credit (LIHTC) 200 Becker Dr, Saint Louis 63135 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- Blakemore Tax credit (LIHTC) 33 Blakemore Pl, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1991
- Cates Residence Tax credit (LIHTC) 6318 Cates Ave, University City 63130 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1990
- Ehpc Eighty Nine Phase I Tax credit (LIHTC) 5979 Laurette Ave, Saint Louis 63135 1 low-income home · In service since 1989
- Evergreen Tax credit (LIHTC) 6048 Evergreen Blvd, Berkeley 63134 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1991
- Gilsinger Tax credit (LIHTC) 8735 Trumbell Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1991
- Grimshaw Ave Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 6053 1/2 Grimshaw Ave, Saint Louis 63120 1 low-income home · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- Lord I Tax credit (LIHTC) 10055 Lord Dr, Saint Louis 63136 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- Oakwood Tax credit (LIHTC) 4525 Oakwood Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1995
- Oakwood Ave Tax credit (LIHTC) 4302 1/2 Oakwood Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1989
- Reyland Tax credit (LIHTC) 8741 Trumbell Ave, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1991
- Sommers Vi Tax credit (LIHTC) 2152 69th St, Saint Louis 63121 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- ST Paul Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 6044 Saint Paul Pl, Saint Louis 63120 1 low-income home · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1993
- Wolter Tax credit (LIHTC) 2200 Wolter Ave, Saint Louis 63114 1 low-income home · 3 bd: 1 · In service since 1992
- Metro Apts at 70 Akahanley Crossing Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 8861 Torii Dr, Normandy 63121 142 homes
- Trinity Park Tax credit (LIHTC) 1087 Wiskow Dr, Saint Louis 63138 109 homes
- Glenfield Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 9621 Cedar Glen Dr, Overland 63114 108 homes
- Stonebridge Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 1457A Stonebury Ct, Florissant 63033 90 homes
- Trinity Park Senior Tax credit (LIHTC) 11035 Mollerus Dr, Saint Louis 63138 69 homes
- Hillsdale Manor 2009 Tax credit (LIHTC) 2115 Cherry Ave, Saint Louis 63121 37 homes
- Wellston Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 6245 Ella Ave, Wellston 63133 21 homes
- River Roads Family Tax credit (LIHTC) 9160 Cozens Ave, Jennings 63136 20 homes
- Lucas & Hunt Heights Tax credit (LIHTC) 6426 Saint Louis Ave, Saint Louis 63121 17 homes
- Mary Louise Estates Tax credit (LIHTC) 1325 Kingsland Ave, Pagedale 63133 16 homes
- Hillside Affordable Housing Tax credit (LIHTC) 212 Kingston Dr, Lemay 63125 12 homes
- Ecumenical 10 Tax credit (LIHTC) 8517 Kempland Pl, Saint Louis 63132 9 homes
- E H P C 5 Tax credit (LIHTC) 109 Reasor Dr, Saint Louis 63135 3 homes
- Life Skills Rehab/Filmore Place Tax credit (LIHTC) 365 S Fillmore Ave, Kirkwood 63122 1 bd: 50 · 2 bd: 14 · In service since 2016
- Pine Lawn Senior Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 6221 Vetter Pl, Saint Louis 63121 1 bd: 45 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 2016 · For older adults
10 properties have two programs at the same address and appear once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in St. Louis County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 5 agencies serve in St. Louis County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
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| 1 person | $23,850 | $39,750 | $63,600 |
| 2 people | $27,250 | $45,400 | $72,650 |
| 3 people | $30,650 | $51,100 | $81,750 |
| 4 people | $34,050 | $56,750 | $90,800 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $61,300 | $98,100 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $65,850 | $105,350 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $70,400 | $112,600 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $74,950 | $119,900 |
Area median income: $113,500. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: St. Louis, MO-IL HUD Metro FMR Area. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $958 – $1,170
- 1 bedroom $994 – $1,214
- 2 bedrooms $1,214 – $1,484
- 3 bedrooms $1,558 – $1,904
- 4 bedrooms $1,797 – $2,197
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Housing Authority of St. Louis County Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 7,615 vouchers · 309 public housing units (314) 428-3200 Housing Authority of St. Louis County: county@countyhousing.org
- Housing Authority of the City of Kirkwood Public housing · 100 public housing units (314) 966-5610 Housing Authority of the City of Kirkwood: kirkwoodha@sbcglobal.net
- Housing Authority of the City of Pagedale Public housing · 81 public housing units (314) 428-3200 Housing Authority of the City of Pagedale: pagedale@countyhousing.org
- Housing Authority of the City of Hillsdale Public housing · 22 public housing units (314) 428-3200 Housing Authority of the City of Hillsdale: hillsdale@countyhousing.org
- Housing Authority of the City of Olivette Public housing · 14 public housing units (314) 428-3200 Housing Authority of the City of Olivette: olivette@countyhousing.org
Housing agencies in Missouri Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in Missouri
What Missouri law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- How much can they charge for a deposit?
- Up to 2 months of rent
- Mo. Rev. Stat. §535.300.1
- When must they return my deposit?
- 30 days
- Mo. Rev. Stat. §535.300.3
- Only a court order can remove youMo. Rev. Stat. §441.233.1
- Repair and deduct from the rentMo. Rev. Stat. §441.234.1-.2
Help
Where to get help with rent in St. Louis County
These HUD-approved agencies have offices in St. Louis County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Urban League of Metropolitan Saint Louis - ST. Louis County Operations
2900 Pershall Rd, Saint Louis
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Mortgage delinquency workshops
- and 6 more
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Urban League of Metropolitan Saint Louis Inc - Ferguson Community Empowerment Center
9420 W Florissant Ave, Saint Louis
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Fair housing pre-purchase workshops
- and 5 more
Tool
How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in St. Louis County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
Count power on top of the rent: in Missouri, the average home bill was $129 a month in 2024 (EIA). See electricity and gas costs
Your move
We use the place's fair market rent and the state's deposit rule.
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Cash to move in
$2,698
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,349
- Security deposit
- $1,349
- Total
- $2,698
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
- Never send money for a home you haven't seen or a lease you haven't read.
This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in St. Louis County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,064; 1 bedroom: $1,104; 2 bedrooms: $1,349; 3 bedrooms: $1,731; 4 bedrooms: $1,997. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in St. Louis County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,349) without spending more than 30% of income takes $25.94 an hour full time, or $53,960 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in St. Louis County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $56,750 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in St. Louis County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,214 and $1,484 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in St. Louis County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,060 in 63140 to $2,020 in 63131. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in St. Louis County?
HUD lists 228 properties with homes for low-income households in St. Louis County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in St. Louis County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In St. Louis County, 48% of renter households are in that position; in Missouri, 46%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).