
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Central Billings Neighborhood of Billings, MT from $500 (29 Rentals)
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Ridgeview Apartments

3838 State Ave

1204 Avenue E

3404 2nd Ave N

Rockvue Lofts

1043 N 31st St
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Pinehurst Apartments

3 7th St. West

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118 Broadwater Ave, Unit Basement Unit

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1217 Yellowstone Ave, Unit #B

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411 Mervin St, Unit 411

820 Central Ave

Rosepark Plaza Apartments
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3300 3rd Ave N

1117 17th St W

Okerman Apartments

4 Lewis Ave

838 Avenue B

Fox Meadows

435 Lordwith Dr
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1521 10th St W

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Basking Ridge Apartments

422 Cook Ave

Central Court Village

1201 Yellowstone Ave

1014 Avenue D
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1433 Wyoming Ave
East Central Billings, Billings, MT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Central Billings?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Central Billings Studio Apartments | $1,280 | $795 | $3,533 |
| East Central Billings 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,444 | $695 | $4,166 |
| East Central Billings 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $795 | $2,947 |
| East Central Billings 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,372 | $1,630 | $5,177 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Central Billings Neighborhood of Billings, MT.
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Cheapest Available East Central Billings Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central Billings area of Billings, MT is a 2 Beds unit found at Ridgeview Apartments priced from $795. Rockvue Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable East Central Billings apartments for rent in Billings, MT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgeview Apartments | Studio | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Rockvue Lofts | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Central Court Village | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $923 |
| Pinehurst Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| 3 7th St. West | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Colton Heights Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Small | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Frontier Apartments | Single level patio home wt attached garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central Billings, MT
As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central Billings area is the $1.27 price per square foot Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Lordwith Apartments in the in the North Side Billings neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value East Central Billings apartment is the 411 Mervin St Model at 411 Mervin St, Unit 411 starting at $1,050 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the West Central Billings neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central Billings apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lordwith Apartments | Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 411 Mervin St, Unit 411 | 411 Mervin St | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 1217 Yellowstone Ave, Unit #B | 1217 Yellowstone Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 3 7th St. West | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Rocky Meadows Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Ridgeview Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Frontier Apartments | Single level patio home wt attached garage | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Pinehurst Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Colton Heights Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Central Court Village | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Central Billings Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Central Billings?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Central Billings is at Ridgeview Apartments listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Central Billings Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Central Billings Apartment is $795 at Ridgeview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Central Billings Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Central Billings is starting from $795 at Ridgeview Apartments.
What is the most affordable East Central Billings Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Central Billings Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rocky Meadows Apartments and starts from $1,630.
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