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The James

$1,939 – $3,725/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1–2 baths
  • 606–1,194 sq ft
  • 12 units available
  • Pet friendly
416 N Kirkwood Rd, Kirkwood, MO, 63122

As of October 14, 2026, The James in Kirkwood, MO has 12 apartments for rent from $1,939 to $3,725/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,939 and two-bedrooms at $3,085. The average asking rent has risen 6.5% since March 25, 2026, from $2,570 to $2,738.


Floor plans

The James has 12 units available across 6 floor plans: 4 one-bedroom layouts (606–935 sq ft) and 2 two-bedroom layouts (1,014–1,194 sq ft). Prices checked October 14, 2026.

A1

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 606 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,939/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
530$1,964606Sep 17
218$1,939606Oct 14

A2

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 623 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,970/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
219$1,970623Aug 20

B-4

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 783 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,309/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
239$2,309783Oct 23

B6-Den

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 935 Sq Ft

Starting at $2,860/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
314$2,860935Sep 25
414$2,875935Nov 6

C1

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,014 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,085/mo

5 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
323$3,0851,014Sep 12
329$3,1401,014Sep 15
229$3,1251,014Oct 6
429$3,1701,014Oct 9
304$3,1301,014Nov 5

C6

2 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • 1,194 Sq Ft

Starting at $3,725/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
315$3,7251,194Aug 28

See all 51 units listed at The James, including ones no longer available.


Cost to rent here

At The James, a one-bedroom starts at about $2,635 a month all-in: $1,939 rent, $401 in listed fees, and an estimated $295 for electric, gas, water, internet, renters insurance, and laundry. A two-bedroom starts at about $3,863.

All-in from$2,635/mo

Estimates are local averages, not quotes from the property.

Can you afford it?

Most landlords ask for a monthly income of about 3× the rent, so qualifying at The James takes about $69,804 a year for a one-bedroom and $111,060 for a two-bedroom. Keeping the $2,635 all-in month for a one-bedroom within 35% of take-home pay takes an income of about $124,000 a year.

Total monthly housing cost

$2,635/mo

Income to afford it comfortably

$124,000/yr

Income to qualify

$69,804/yr

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Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at The James has ranged from $2,188 to $3,020. The current average is $2,738, up $168 (6.5%) from $2,570 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (163 days observed).

Fees & lease terms

The listing for The James shows $401.06 a month in fees (parking EV $185, parking garage $145, pet rent $35, and 2 more) and $1,299 due at signing (administrative fee $400, security deposit $400, pet fee $350, and 4 more).

  • Rent

    $1,939 – $3,725/mo
  • Earliest move-in

    Aug 20

Monthly fees

Parking - EV

$185/mo

Parking - Garage

$145/mo

Pet Rent

$35/mo

Storage Space Rental

$30/mo

Utility - Billing Administrative Fee

$6.06/mo

Due at signing

Administrative Fee

$400

Application Fee

$75

Municipality Fee

$40

Pet Fee

$350

Security Deposit (Refundable)

$400

Utility - Final Bill Fee

$17

Utility - New Account Fee

$17

Amenities

The James is pet friendly. It lists 10 amenities, including group fitness / yoga room.

  • Bike Storage And Diy Repair Lounge

  • Clubroom With Coffee And Hospitality Bar

  • Dedicated Work From Home Space And Offices

  • Group Fitness / Yoga Room

  • Modern Fitness Center Equipped For Virtual Classes

  • On-Site Dedicated Guest Suite

  • Outdoor Courtyard With Pool, Fire Pit And Grill Stations

  • Pet-Oriented Amenities Including Pet Spa And Dog Run

  • Private Dining With Wet Bar

  • Smoke Free


Amenity photos

  • Pool
  • Lobby

Location

416 N Kirkwood Rd, Kirkwood, MO, 63122


Resident reviews

The James has a 4.7 out of 5 rating from resident reviews. Residents rate management (4.7) and location (4.6) highest and building quality (3.7) lowest.

4.7
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Amenities and Shared Spaces4.6
Management4.7
Location4.6
Building Quality3.7
Overall49 reviews

The James offers a highly desirable living experience centered on its prime downtown Kirkwood location, extensive amenities including a pool, fitness center, and community spaces, and responsive staff. The majority of residents praise the building's cleanliness, maintenance, and welcoming community atmosphere. However, a minority of residents report concerns with pet-related odors and stains in shared spaces, cellular reception issues, and occasional noise from neighboring units and common area activities.

The James offers extensive amenities including a pool, gym, clubhouse with game tables, outdoor spaces with grills and fire pit, parking garage, and business center that residents consistently praise for quality and cleanliness. Most residents highlight the convenient downtown Kirkwood location, responsive staff, and well-maintained common areas. However, some residents report ongoing concerns with pet-related odors and stains in hallways, elevators, and stairwells, as well as inconsistent maintenance in less-toured building sections and occasional issues with shared space reservation enforcement.

Management and leasing staff are consistently praised for responsiveness, professionalism, and helpfulness across the leasing and move-in process. Staff members are noted as friendly, knowledgeable, and quick to address resident concerns and maintenance requests. However, some residents report concerns about billing transparency, with additional fees appearing after lease signing, and inconsistent enforcement of community policies regarding common area reservations and pet-related maintenance issues.

The James offers an outstanding downtown Kirkwood location with excellent walkability to restaurants, shops, and amenities, making it convenient for residents who prefer car-free living. The property features secure parking garage access and is situated in the heart of a vibrant neighborhood. Most residents highly value the location's accessibility and proximity to local dining and retail options.

The James shows mixed building quality with notable strengths in amenities and cleanliness during tours, but persistent concerns about pet-related odors and stains in common areas, particularly hallways and elevators. Noise from neighboring units and pets is a recurring issue, and some residents report maintenance gaps such as poor phone reception, HVAC problems, and inconsistent upkeep in less-visible areas. Positive reviews highlight well-maintained common spaces, responsive maintenance staff, and good overall building design, though negative reviews suggest cleanliness standards vary by location within the building.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

The James is very walkable and not bikeable, and transit is minimal.

Walking
Very walkable
Grade B+
Transit
Minimal
Grade F
Biking
Not bikeable
Grade F

Climate and air quality

Air quality near The James was good on 210 of the past 365 days, and at its worst in February (average AQI 61, moderate). Daily highs averaged 89°F in July, the warmest month, and lows averaged 22°F in January, the coldest.

Air quality

210 good-air days

of the past 365

: Good, AQI 41

Temperature

89° / 22°

average July high / January low

: 82° high, 68° low

Pollen

High

Oct 14–18 forecast

Tree: none, grass: none, weed: high

MonthAverage highAverage lowAverage AQIGood-air days
January38°F22°F45 (good)20 of 31
February49°F30°F61 (moderate)12 of 28
March66°F42°F44 (good)25 of 31
April72°F54°F45 (good)26 of 30
May76°F57°F48 (good)21 of 31
June85°F67°F52 (moderate)14 of 30
July89°F72°F61 (moderate)4 of 31
August88°F69°F57 (moderate)7 of 31
September87°F68°F53 (moderate)11 of 30
October73°F53°F42 (good)25 of 31
November56°F40°F39 (good)25 of 30
December46°F27°F43 (good)20 of 31
Daily readings from Oct 15, 2025 to Oct 14, 2026. The pollen chart shows typical US seasons.

About this property

The James is a 152-unit building in Kirkwood, MO.

Say hello to Downtown Kirkwood's newest luxury residence! With its modern amenities, convenient location, and well-appointed units, The James is the perfect place to make yourself at home.

  • Building

    Apartment · Mid-Rise
  • Total units

    152

Nearby schools

The closest school to The James is St. Peter Catholic School, a private middle school 0.2 miles away. The closest public school is W. W. Keysor Elementary School, 0.8 miles away.

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

St. Peter Catholic School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.2 mi

Kirkwood KinderCare

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.5 mi

The Lab School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

W. W. Keysor Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.8 mi

F. P. Tillman Elementary School

Public · Elementary
PublicElementary0.8 mi

Christ Community Lutheran School

Private · Middle
PrivateMiddle0.8 mi

Nipher Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle0.9 mi

Rohan Woods School (Age 2 - Grade 6)

Private · Elementary
PrivateElementary0.9 mi

Ursuline Academy

Private · High
PrivateHigh0.9 mi

Kirkwood Sr. High School

Public · High
PublicHigh1.0 mi

Contact & management

The James is managed by Greystar. The leasing office's phone number is 314-775-2000.