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Benton City, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Benton City Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Benton City, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Links at Columbia in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood priced from $800. Forest Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Benton City apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Links at ColumbiaClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$800
Forest Village Apartments3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$850
Grindstone at Columbia2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Benton City, MO and Nearby

As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Benton City area is the $0.87 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Cross Creek Villas in the in the Auburn Hills neighborhood starting from $1,749. The second greatest value Benton City apartment is the The Faurot Model at Collective at Columbia starting at $835 with a $0.49 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Benton City apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Cross Creek Villas3BR/2.5BA3BR,2.5BA$0.87
Collective at ColumbiaThe Faurot3BR,3.5BA$0.49
Jenne Hill TownhomesJenne Hill - 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome4BR,2.5BA$1.08
Campus Lodge4x44BR,4BA$0.53
Grindstone at Columbia2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.85
Kitty Hawk ApartmentsModel2BR,2BA$1.15
The Quarters ColumbiaC1 - 3x33BR,3BA$0.63
Columbia Crossing2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
1224 W Breckenridge Dr3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$0.94
James Dale ApartmentsJamesdale2BR,1BA$1.12

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Benton City

What type of rentals are currently available in Benton City?

There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in Benton City, MO with pricing that ranges from $599 to $2,775. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Benton City ranging from $700 to $2,250.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Benton City?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Benton City ranges from $700 to $2,250 with an average monthly rent of $1,371.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Benton City?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Benton City range from $620 to $2,775, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $1,925. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.