Average Rent in Missouri

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Current Versus Historical Missouri Rents

Missouri rentals average $873 for a studio rental to $1,888 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 September 2026, median rents have fallen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $153 (-15.08%) year-over-year from $1,013 to $860. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $524 (-39.53%) year-over-year from $1,325 to $801. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $576 (-36.66%) year-over-year from $1,571 to $995. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $52 (-3.14%) year-over-year from $1,647 to $1,595. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $361 (18.67%) year-over-year from $1,934 to $2,295. 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 down by 14.85% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 7.61% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 9.38% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.17% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 16.79% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$12.64	$860	$1,013 (-15.08%)	$957 (-10.10%)
1 BR	$17.86	$801	$1,325 (-39.53%)	$885 (-9.49%)
2 BR	$15.86	$995	$1,571 (-36.66%)	$1,032 (-3.55%)
3 BR	$13.34	$1,595	$1,647 (-3.14%)	$1,365 (16.85%)
4+ BR	$14.97	$2,295	$1,934 (18.67%)	$1,779 (28.99%)

Historical Rents in Missouri

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Top Cities Near Missouri

There are a total of 47 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 Indianapolis, IN, with an average rent of $950, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Missouri is The Woodlands, TX. Monthly rents here are on average $3,000 per month.

Let's compare Missouri's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Missouri is 11.46% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 56.52% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Missouri are about 62.31% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 51.38% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 47 total cities near Missouri in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Indianapolis, IN	$721	$770	$1,150	$950
Little Rock, AR	$625	$895	$995	$1,095
Memphis, TN	$890	$923	$1,050	$1,114
Kansas City, MO	$950	$875	$1,024	$1,195
Oklahoma City, OK	$1,913	$895	$1,300	$1,695
Chicago, IL	$1,500	$2,150	$2,450	$2,300
Schaumburg, IL	N/A	$2,387	$2,250	$2,400
Aurora, IL	N/A	$1,350	$2,295	$2,500
Evanston, IL	$2,145	$2,073	$2,345	$2,535
Naperville, IL	$1,325	$1,763	$2,350	$2,950

Top Neighborhoods Near Missouri

There are a total of 60 neighborhoods in or near Missouri. Some of these neighborhoods include Old East Dallas, North University, and West University. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 60 total neighborhoods in or near Missouri in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Missouri is currently around $2,123 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only twenty-nine neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,123. 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 $1,195 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
Old East Dallas, Dallas, TX	$1,054	$1,025	$1,550	$1,195
North University, Austin, TX	$838	$975	$1,500	$1,200
West University, Austin, TX	$995	$995	$1,600	$1,400
Lake Highlands, Dallas, TX	N/A	$995	$1,550	$1,593
Hancock, Austin, TX	N/A	$1,195	$1,900	$1,595
South Shore, Chicago, IL	$1,200	$1,250	$1,450	$1,600
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,232	$1,495	$1,986	$1,750
North Burnet, Austin, TX	$1,340	$1,832	$2,504	$1,886
Pilsen, Chicago, IL	$1,398	$1,613	$1,985	$1,900
Edgewater, Chicago, IL	$1,406	$1,785	$2,588	$1,913
Uptown, Chicago, IL	$1,295	$1,775	$2,963	$1,950
Old Westport, Kansas City, MO	$1,559	$1,993	$3,265	$1,972
Downtown Dallas, Dallas, TX	$1,847	$1,879	$2,430	$1,996
Albany Park, Chicago, IL	$1,275	$1,700	$2,017	$2,000
Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL	$1,600	$1,875	$2,000	$2,000
West Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,100	$1,525	$1,893	$2,000
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL	$1,450	$1,950	$2,495	$2,150
Midtown, Atlanta, GA	$1,650	$2,000	$3,323	$2,340
Logan Square, Chicago, IL	$1,450	$1,995	$2,500	$2,395
Lakeview, Chicago, IL	$1,535	$2,195	$3,250	$2,400
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL	$1,173	$1,600	$2,345	$2,500
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL	$1,750	$2,598	$3,895	$2,698
Oak Lawn, Dallas, TX	$1,844	$2,057	$3,429	$2,750
South Loop, Chicago, IL	$1,780	$2,375	$3,200	$2,795
Near North Side, Chicago, IL	$1,950	$2,650	$4,000	$3,000
The Loop, Chicago, IL	N/A	$2,550	$3,500	$3,100
Downtown Austin, Austin, TX	$2,204	$2,700	$3,850	$3,231
Near West Side, Chicago, IL	$2,300	$2,750	$3,725	$3,300
West Town, Chicago, IL	N/A	$2,200	$3,247	$3,325
DePaul, Chicago, IL	$1,888	$2,535	$3,600	$3,600

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 $2,200. 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 $1,050. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,100, The Colony, TX is the most expensive county by Missouri.

Typically, rent for studios in Missouri is 37.25% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Missouri is 61.34% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Missouri is 75.25% 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	$750	$895	$1,050
Shelby, TN	$890	$923	$1,050	$1,143
Jackson, MO	$950	$825	$1,073	$1,200
East Grayson, TX	$850	$949	$1,150	$1,575
Oklahoma, OK	$1,805	$895	$1,278	$1,645
Cleveland, OK	$2,275	$850	$1,150	$1,663
Canadian, OK	$700	$1,148	$1,200	$1,695
Chicago, IL	$1,500	$2,150	$2,450	$2,300
Evanston, IL	$2,145	$2,073	$2,345	$2,535
Naperville, IL	$1,325	$1,700	$2,350	$2,650

Top Zipcodes Near Missouri

There are a total of 49 zipcodes in or near Missouri. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,350.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,400. That's at least $32 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Missouri is $1,550 per month. Or in other words, $28 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,250 per month. Which comes out to $23 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	$1,525	$2,102	$3,198	$2,273
60613, Chicago, IL	$1,550	$2,150	$3,150	$2,559
78705, Austin, TX	$880	$1,000	$1,550	$1,297
60614, Chicago, IL	$1,775	$2,550	$3,798	$2,900
60640, Chicago, IL	$1,295	$1,895	$2,500	$1,950
60626, Chicago, IL	$1,225	$1,495	$1,995	$1,700
75034, Frisco, TX	$1,315	$1,545	$2,155	$3,100
60647, Chicago, IL	$1,450	$2,095	$2,745	$2,400
60611, Chicago, IL	$2,100	$2,585	$4,125	$3,150
76227, Pilot Point-Aubrey, TX	N/A	$940	$2,200	$2,350

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 $873 and an average price per square feet of $12.64. There are a total of 14 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 $798 and an average price per square feet of $17.86. There are a total of 60 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 $995 and an average price per square feet of $15.86. There are a total of 126 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 -0.15%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.40%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.37%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.03% 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.