Average Rent in Missouri

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Current Versus Historical Missouri Rents

Missouri rentals average $970 for a studio rental to $1,899 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $1,250, or roughly $15 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $180 (22.71%) year-over-year from $791 to $970. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $518 (-38.57%) year-over-year from $1,343 to $825. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $557 (-33.63%) year-over-year from $1,657 to $1,100. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $0 (0.00%) year-over-year from $1,595 to $1,595. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $286 (-13.08%) year-over-year from $2,185 to $1,899. 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 13.81% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.16% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.49% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.07% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.51% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$26.16	$970	$791 (22.71%)	$902 (7.50%)
1 BR	$15.10	$825	$1,343 (-38.57%)	$882 (-6.43%)
2 BR	$16.27	$1,100	$1,657 (-33.63%)	$1,023 (7.49%)
3 BR	$13.72	$1,595	$1,595 (0.00%)	$1,365 (16.85%)
4+ BR	$15.22	$1,899	$2,185 (-13.08%)	$1,738 (9.24%)

Historical Rents in Missouri

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Top Cities Near Missouri

There are a total of 48 cities nearby Missouri. The average rent in Missouri is currently $2,100 per month. A total of 6 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Huntsville, AL, 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 $3,250 per month.

Let's compare Missouri's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Missouri is 6.52% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 57.27% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Missouri are about 45.59% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 36.36% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 48 total cities near Missouri in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Kansas City, MO	$975	$850	$1,250	$1,180
Little Rock, AR	$1,113	$850	$995	$1,200
Memphis, TN	$890	$995	$1,203	$1,250
Indianapolis, IN	$518	$814	$1,500	$1,250
Nashville, TN	$1,083	$1,163	$1,488	$1,799
Chicago, IL	$1,575	$2,150	$2,495	$2,300
Schaumburg, IL	N/A	$2,129	$2,295	$2,350
Aurora, IL	$1,213	$1,818	$2,225	$2,400
Evanston, IL	$2,375	$2,195	$2,395	$2,500
Naperville, IL	$1,325	$1,799	$2,300	$2,548

Top Neighborhoods Near Missouri

There are a total of 66 neighborhoods in or near Missouri. Some of these neighborhoods include St. Johns, North University, and Old East Dallas. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 66 total neighborhoods in or near Missouri in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Missouri is currently around $2,244 per month. A total of 2 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-eight neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,244. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Missouri's average rent, which is only $1,250. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Missouri, St. Johns has the most affordable average rent at $1,229 per month. Whereas, at $4,090 average rent per month, Downtown Greenville is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Missouri. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
St. Johns, Austin, TX	$987	$1,152	$1,509	$1,229
North University, Austin, TX	$995	$1,025	$1,786	$1,235
Old East Dallas, Dallas, TX	$995	$1,195	$1,395	$1,275
West University, Austin, TX	$990	$1,150	$1,750	$1,495
Lake Highlands, Dallas, TX	N/A	$1,000	$1,598	$1,625
South Shore, Chicago, IL	$875	$1,050	$1,525	$1,625
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,195	$1,473	$1,850	$1,650
North Burnet, Austin, TX	$1,490	$1,774	$2,470	$1,811
Edgewater, Chicago, IL	$1,400	$1,785	$2,550	$1,850
Albany Park, Chicago, IL	$1,413	$1,513	$1,975	$1,900
Uptown, Chicago, IL	$1,295	$1,780	$2,800	$1,918
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO	$1,559	$1,993	$3,265	$1,972
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL	$1,450	$1,895	$2,700	$1,975
Pilsen, Chicago, IL	$1,988	$1,600	$1,950	$1,995
West Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,350	$1,585	$1,900	$1,995
Far East, Aurora, IL	N/A	$1,905	$2,200	$2,233
Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL	$1,675	$2,138	$1,900	$2,348
Lakeview, Chicago, IL	$1,575	$2,195	$3,200	$2,350
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL	$1,200	$1,673	$2,360	$2,395
Logan Square, Chicago, IL	$1,595	$2,095	$2,548	$2,400
Midtown, Atlanta, GA	$1,635	$2,190	$2,950	$2,600
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL	$1,750	$2,750	$3,800	$2,750
Near North Side, Chicago, IL	$1,993	$2,553	$3,950	$2,800
South Loop, Chicago, IL	$1,661	$2,400	$3,150	$2,800
The Loop, Chicago, IL	$2,100	$2,500	$3,725	$2,950
Near West Side, Chicago, IL	N/A	$2,800	$3,653	$3,000
Oak Lawn, Dallas, TX	$1,831	$2,100	$3,433	$3,200
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$2,210	$2,610	$3,933	$3,242
West Town, Chicago, IL	$2,200	$2,267	$2,995	$3,250
DePaul, Chicago, IL	$1,700	$2,573	$3,475	$3,500

Top Counties Near Missouri

There are a total of 48 counties located by Missouri. Some of these counties include Pulaski, AR, Shelby, TN, and Jackson, MO. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,225. That's roughly around $16 per sqft. A total of 3 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Pulaski, AR. Its average rent per month is $1,075. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,300, Southwest Travis, TX is the most expensive county by Missouri.

Typically, rent for studios in Missouri is 30.36% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Missouri is 63.03% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Missouri is 58.98% 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	$625	$710	$875	$1,075
Shelby, TN	$890	$995	$1,110	$1,238
Jackson, MO	$960	$850	$1,148	$1,250
Cleveland, OK	$2,800	$800	$1,050	$1,598
East Grayson, TX	$850	$945	$1,200	$1,625
Oklahoma, OK	$1,941	$895	$1,295	$1,695
Canadian, OK	$3,700	$1,200	$1,525	$1,750
Chicago, IL	$1,575	$2,150	$2,495	$2,300
Naperville, IL	$1,488	$1,799	$2,300	$2,401
Evanston, IL	$2,375	$2,195	$2,395	$2,500

Top Zipcodes Near Missouri

There are a total of 49 zipcodes in or near Missouri. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,349.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,360. 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 $1,700 per month. Or in other words, $27 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,250 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	$1,595	$2,150	$3,198	$2,275
60613, Chicago, IL	$1,463	$2,173	$3,095	$2,500
78705, Austin, TX	$995	$1,150	$1,700	$1,400
60614, Chicago, IL	$1,795	$2,650	$3,748	$2,900
60640, Chicago, IL	$1,400	$1,850	$2,600	$1,900
60626, Chicago, IL	$1,195	$1,450	$1,875	$1,595
75034, Frisco, TX	N/A	$1,580	$2,445	$3,320
60647, Chicago, IL	$1,595	$2,195	$2,650	$2,495
60611, Chicago, IL	$2,000	$2,500	$4,000	$2,825
76227, Pilot Point-Aubrey, TX	N/A	$1,400	$2,231	$2,395

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 $1,250. 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 $970 and an average price per square feet of $26.16. There are a total of 43 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 $825 and an average price per square feet of $15.10. There are a total of 57 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 $1,100 and an average price per square feet of $16.27. There are a total of 125 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 0.23%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.39%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.34%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Missouri?

A reasonable rent price in Missouri is around $1,000/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.