
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Central Billings Neighborhood of Billings, MT from $500 (31 Rentals)
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3838 State Ave

522 Avenue F

Ridgeview Apartments

3404 2nd Ave N

4433 Frances Ave

Rockvue Lofts
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1508 11th St W

118 6th St W

3 7th St. West

Pinehurst Apartments

1006 25th St W

135 Custer Ave

1032 N 26th St, Unit 1032
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518 Wyoming Ave

820 Central Ave

Rosepark Plaza Apartments

3300 3rd Ave N

1117 17th St W

Okerman Apartments

4 Lewis Ave
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838 Avenue B

Fox Meadows

1521 10th St W

435 Lordwith Dr

Midway Apartments

422 Cook Ave

Basking Ridge Apartments
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1201 Yellowstone Ave

841 Cook Ave

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 | $2,228 | $795 | $7,533 |
| East Central Billings 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,311 | $695 | $5,610 |
| East Central Billings 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $795 | $5,742 |
| East Central Billings 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,983 | $1,000 | $2,938 |
| East Central Billings 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,400 | $1,400 | $1,400 |
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There are currently 31 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 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $865. 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 | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $865 |
| 3 7th St. West | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Pinehurst Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Central Court Village | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,108 |
| Colton Heights Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Small | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Hunter's Pointe | BRAND NEW - Scenic | Studio,1BA | $1,222 |
| Frontier Apartments | Single level patio home wt attached garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Rocky Meadows Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,310 |
| Rimrock West Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,320 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central Billings, MT
As of January 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central Billings area is the $1.63 price per square foot Yellowstone Model at Avenue C Apartments in the in the West Central Billings neighborhood starting from $2,359. The second greatest value East Central Billings apartment is the 2 Bed/1.75 Bath Model at Brookshire Village Apartments starting at $1,445 with a $1.28 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue C Apartments | Yellowstone | 3BR,2BA | $1.63 |
| Brookshire Village Apartments | 2 Bed/1.75 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Lordwith Apartments | Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Rimrock West Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.39 |
| 3 7th St. West | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Rocky Meadows Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Rockvue Lofts | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Ridgeview Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Central Court Village | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Pinehurst Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Central Billings Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Central Billings?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Central Billings is under $1,320.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Central Billings?
The cheapest apartment in East Central Billings is Ridgeview Apartments which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in East Central Billings costs $1,695.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Central Billings?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in East Central Billings that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in East Central Billings?
Cheap apartments in East Central Billings have an average cost of $189 which is $1,506 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Central Billings.
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