Last updated July 5, 2026
Average Rent in Missouri (2026)
Average rent across Missouri is $1,565/mo as of July 2026, based on 1,477 units tracked daily across 11 cities and 119 apartment communities. Rents are up $93 (6.4%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $600 to $5,380.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City | $1,670 | -$60 | 364 | $695 |
| St Louis | $1,546 | -$37 | 334 | $695 |
| Lee S Summit | $1,639 | +$86 | 169 | $820 |
| Springfield | $1,298 | +$473 | 146 | $660 |
| Independence | $1,299 | +$124 | 131 | $699 |
| St Peters | $1,744 | -- | 92 | $1,103 |
| O Fallon | $1,557 | +$434 | 91 | $1,125 |
| St Charles | $1,799 | -$108 | 90 | $1,100 |
| Columbia | $1,350 | +$3 | 36 | $600 |
| Lake Tapwingo | $1,692 | +$19 | 14 | $1,225 |
| Blue Springs | $1,100 | -- | 5 | $1,030 |
Which Missouri Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Missouri cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 11 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Missouri
Across the 65 Missouri buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $17M per month ($205M 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.The Grand | Kansas City, MO | $1.1M/mo | 93% | 528 |
| 2.Mac Properties - Saint Louis Apartments | St Louis, MO | $1.1M/mo | 97% | 762 |
| 3.One Foundry Way | St Louis, MO | $863K/mo | 90% | 516 |
| 4.Sky On Main Apartment Homes | Kansas City, MO | $803K/mo | 93% | 402 |
| 5.Reverb Alton Collection | Kansas City, MO | $733K/mo | 97% | 366 |
| 6.The View at Forest Park Apartments | St Louis, MO | $640K/mo | 94% | 378 |
| 7.The Donovan | Lee S Summit, MO | $599K/mo | 94% | 366 |
| 8.MAA The Station | Kansas City, MO | $573K/mo | 88% | 328 |
| 9.Metropolitan Flats Apartments | St Louis, MO | $569K/mo | 92% | 294 |
| 10.Chapter at the Streets of St. Charles | St Charles, MO | $562K/mo | 88% | 288 |
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 | $1,223 | $600 | $2,800 | 195 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,466 | $695 | $2,556 | 629 |
| 2 Bedroom | $1,769 | $800 | $5,380 | 514 |
3 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 $1,565 per month as of July 2026, based on 1,477 units tracked across 11 cities.
Which Missouri city has the cheapest rent?
Blue Springs has the lowest average rent in Missouri at $1,100 per month, with units starting from $1,030.
Are rents going up or down in Missouri?
Rents in Missouri have increased by $93 (6.4%) 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 $1,466 per month, with 629 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Missouri?
Kansas City is the most expensive city in Missouri with an average rent of $1,670 per month.
How many apartments are available in Missouri?
We track 1,477 individual units across 119 apartment communities in 11 Missouri cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Missouri?
The average studio apartment rent in Missouri is $1,223 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.