Average Rent in Missouri

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Current Versus Historical Missouri Rents

Missouri rentals average $1,250 for a studio rental to $1,525 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,195, or roughly $15 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $194 (18.41%) year-over-year from $1,056 to $1,250. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $708 (-43.75%) year-over-year from $1,618 to $910. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $841 (-43.60%) year-over-year from $1,928 to $1,088. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $178 (-11.05%) year-over-year from $1,613 to $1,435. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $424 (-21.49%) year-over-year from $1,974 to $1,550. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 13.38% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.20% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.95% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.92% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 14.68% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$24.00	$1,250	$1,056 (18.41%)	$1,086 (15.14%)
1 BR	$13.33	$910	$1,618 (-43.75%)	$910 (0.00%)
2 BR	$15.13	$1,088	$1,928 (-43.60%)	$1,060 (2.59%)
3 BR	$14.78	$1,435	$1,613 (-11.05%)	$1,365 (5.13%)
4+ BR	$14.17	$1,550	$1,974 (-21.49%)	$1,814 (-14.56%)

Historical Rents in Missouri

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Top Cities Near Missouri

There are a total of 49 cities nearby Missouri. The average rent in Missouri is currently $2,030 per month. A total of 4 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Indianapolis, IN, with an average rent of $995, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Missouri is Frisco, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $2,908 per month.

Let's compare Missouri's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Missouri is 20.40% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 46.70% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Missouri are about 56.32% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 43.86% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 49 total cities near Missouri in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Indianapolis, IN	$798	$875	$1,150	$995
Kansas City, MO	$1,325	$935	$1,011	$1,095
Memphis, TN	$890	$1,132	$1,565	$1,195
Little Rock, AR	$4,125	$1,475	$1,063	$1,350
St. Louis, MO	$1,650	$1,782	$1,200	$1,400
Nashville, TN	$1,958	$2,000	$2,339	$1,971
Aurora, IL	$1,350	$1,350	$2,143	$2,400
Schaumburg, IL	N/A	$2,238	$2,300	$2,400
Chicago, IL	$2,139	$2,579	$3,075	$2,579
Naperville, IL	N/A	$1,625	$2,300	$2,900

Top Neighborhoods Near Missouri

There are a total of 74 neighborhoods in or near Missouri. Some of these neighborhoods include Old East Dallas, St. Johns, and Lake Highlands. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 74 total neighborhoods in or near Missouri in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Missouri is currently around $2,000 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Missouri's average rent, which is only $1,195. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Missouri, Old East Dallas has the most affordable average rent at $1,250 per month. Whereas, at $6,000 average rent per month, North Buckhead is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Missouri. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Old East Dallas, Dallas, TX	$1,130	$1,185	$1,525	$1,250
St. Johns, Austin, TX	$819	$950	$1,250	$1,398
Lake Highlands, Dallas, TX	$1,050	$1,040	$1,436	$1,400
North University, Austin, TX	$788	$992	$1,850	$1,600
South Shore, Chicago, IL	$1,098	$1,175	$1,450	$1,600
Edgewater, Chicago, IL	$1,356	$1,600	$2,498	$1,650
West University, Austin, TX	$1,148	$975	$1,800	$1,650
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,341	$1,450	$2,000	$1,784
North Burnet, Austin, TX	$1,408	$1,508	$2,280	$1,838
West Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,338	$1,450	$1,900	$1,900
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO	$1,559	$1,993	$3,265	$1,972
Uptown, Chicago, IL	$1,399	$1,985	$2,500	$1,990
Albany Park, Chicago, IL	$1,275	$1,500	$2,000	$2,000
Pilsen, Chicago, IL	$2,500	$1,500	$2,025	$2,100
Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL	$1,513	$1,800	$2,038	$2,225
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL	$1,550	$1,985	$2,673	$2,295
Downtown Dallas, Dallas, TX	$1,405	$1,950	$2,825	$2,360
Logan Square, Chicago, IL	$1,685	$2,250	$2,522	$2,400
Lakeview, Chicago, IL	$1,535	$2,295	$3,100	$2,490
Midtown, Atlanta, GA	$1,515	$1,908	$3,200	$2,500
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL	$995	$1,750	$2,393	$2,635
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL	$1,850	$2,725	$4,000	$2,735
South Loop, Chicago, IL	$2,264	$2,651	$3,506	$2,850
The Loop, Chicago, IL	$2,383	$2,877	$4,050	$2,872
Oak Lawn, Dallas, TX	$1,740	$2,188	$3,363	$2,924
Near West Side, Chicago, IL	$2,332	$2,884	$3,809	$2,946
Near North Side, Chicago, IL	$2,380	$2,885	$4,186	$3,038
West Town, Chicago, IL	$2,517	$2,978	$4,275	$3,188
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$2,067	$2,552	$3,785	$3,440
DePaul, Chicago, IL	$2,195	$2,673	$3,975	$3,952

Top Counties Near Missouri

There are a total of 49 counties located by Missouri. Some of these counties include Pulaski, AR, Jackson, MO, and Shelby, TN. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,123. That's roughly around $16 per sqft. A total of 2 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Pulaski, AR. Its average rent per month is $1,150. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,950, Celina, TX is the most expensive county by Missouri.

Typically, rent for studios in Missouri is 1.12% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Missouri is 55.87% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Missouri is 55.86% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Pulaski, AR	$1,000	$875	$875	$1,150
Jackson, MO	$1,250	$875	$1,050	$1,195
Shelby, TN	$890	$1,143	$1,640	$1,275
St. Louis, MO	$1,650	$1,782	$1,200	$1,400
Canadian, OK	$2,470	$1,275	$1,250	$1,625
Oklahoma, OK	$2,500	$895	$1,295	$1,675
Cleveland, OK	$2,350	$818	$1,050	$1,675
Evanston, IL	$2,440	$1,823	$2,490	$2,520
Chicago, IL	$2,139	$2,579	$3,075	$2,579
Naperville, IL	N/A	$1,600	$2,300	$2,600

Top Zipcodes Near Missouri

There are a total of 48 zipcodes in or near Missouri. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,300.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,490. That's at least $31 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Missouri is $1,573 per month. Or in other words, $26 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,156 per month. Which comes out to $24 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Missouri. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
60657, Chicago, IL	$1,548	$2,260	$3,295	$2,450
60613, Chicago, IL	$1,507	$2,299	$2,950	$2,495
78705, Austin, TX	$1,023	$1,100	$1,825	$1,650
60614, Chicago, IL	$1,929	$2,660	$4,000	$2,812
60640, Chicago, IL	$1,350	$1,950	$2,550	$1,995
60626, Chicago, IL	$1,341	$1,450	$2,000	$1,751
75034, Frisco, TX	N/A	$1,570	$2,125	$2,950
60647, Chicago, IL	$1,695	$2,295	$2,612	$2,403
60611, Chicago, IL	$2,379	$2,857	$4,208	$3,151
76227, Pilot Point-Aubrey, TX	N/A	$1,055	$2,335	$2,323

Frequently Asked Questions - Missouri Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Missouri?

The average monthly rental price for Missouri apartments for rent is approximately $1,195. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Missouri rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Missouri.

How much is a studio apartment in Missouri?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,250 and an average price per square feet of $24.00. There are a total of 21 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Missouri.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Missouri?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $895 and an average price per square feet of $13.33. There are a total of 113 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Missouri.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Missouri?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,088 and an average price per square feet of $15.13. There are a total of 130 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Missouri.

How have rent prices in Missouri changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Missouri can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.18%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.44%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.44%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.11% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Missouri?

A reasonable rent price in Missouri is around $956/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.