Last updated October 3, 2026
Average Rent in Missouri (2026)
Average rent across Missouri is $1,643/mo as of October 2026, based on 2,001 units tracked daily across 12 cities and 154 apartment communities. Rents are down $107 (6.3%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $599 to $6,140.
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Missouri Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lee S Summit | $1,688 | -$143 | 431 | $799 |
| Kansas City | $1,903 | -$97 | 425 | $695 |
| St Louis | $1,673 | -$16 | 350 | $695 |
| Springfield | $1,356 | -$229 | 314 | $599 |
| Independence | $1,374 | +$37 | 173 | $699 |
| St Peters | $1,652 | -$31 | 97 | $1,150 |
| St Charles | $1,708 | +$39 | 89 | $1,085 |
| O Fallon | $1,676 | -$170 | 50 | $1,120 |
| Columbia | $1,352 | -$95 | 28 | $685 |
| Grain Valley | $1,509 | +$42 | 17 | $1,331 |
| Blue Springs | $1,559 | -$322 | 16 | $999 |
| Lake Tapwingo | $1,704 | -$73 | 11 | $1,225 |
Which Missouri Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Missouri cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 12 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Missouri
Across the 19 Missouri buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $7.5M per month ($90M a year). Estimates come from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity; click a building for the full methodology.
| Building | City | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Summit Ridge Apartments | Lee S Summit, MO | $1.1M/mo | 98% | 704 |
| 2.Market 1900 Apartments | Independence, MO | $862K/mo | 95% | 550 |
| 3.Whispering Lake Apartments | Independence, MO | $799K/mo | 99% | 704 |
| 4.MAA The Station | Kansas City, MO | $561K/mo | 93% | 328 |
| 5.Summit Square Apartments | Lee S Summit, MO | $508K/mo | 96% | 308 |
| 6.Arte KC | Kansas City, MO | $469K/mo | 92% | 341 |
| 7.Summit on Quality Hill Apartments | Kansas City, MO | $406K/mo | 91% | 252 |
| 8.1989 Main Apartments | Kansas City, MO | $392K/mo | 86% | 283 |
| 9.The Arbor Apartments and Townhomes | Blue Springs, MO | $338K/mo | 99% | 293 |
| 10.The Columns Apartments | Springfield, MO | $326K/mo | 94% | 358 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Missouri broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,270 | $660 | $3,299 | 216 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,519 | $695 | $3,990 | 852 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,832 | $730 | $6,140 | 717 |
| 3 Bedroom | $1,869 | $709 | $4,500 | 154 |
2 bedroom buckets hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Missouri Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Missouri apartments.
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What is the average rent in Missouri?
The average rent in Missouri is $1,643 per month as of October 2026, based on 2,001 units tracked across 12 cities.
Which Missouri city has the cheapest rent?
Columbia has the lowest average rent in Missouri at $1,352 per month, with units starting from $685.
Are rents going up or down in Missouri?
Rents in Missouri have decreased by $107 (6.3%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Missouri?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Missouri is $1,519 per month, with 852 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Missouri?
Kansas City is the most expensive city in Missouri with an average rent of $1,903 per month.
How many apartments are available in Missouri?
We track 2,001 individual units across 154 apartment communities in 12 Missouri cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Missouri?
The average studio apartment rent in Missouri is $1,270 per month.
How often are Missouri rent prices updated?
We refresh real asking prices every morning. All Missouri rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.