
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Central Billings Neighborhood of Billings, MT from $500 (33 Rentals)
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Ridgeview Apartments

3404 2nd Ave N

1508 11th St W

118 6th St W

1040 N 26th St, Unit 1040.5 N 26th St
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1044 N 25th St, Unit 1044.5 N 25th St

2622 Rimrock Rd

518 Wyoming Ave

1047 N 26th St, Unit 1047 N 26th St

820 Central Ave

1273 Yellowstone Ave, Unit Great Condo wAll Util inc
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841 Cook Ave

1244 1/2 N 24th St

413 7th St W
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103 Alderson 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 | $1,571 | $795 | $4,352 |
| East Central Billings 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,195 | $750 | $1,953 |
| East Central Billings 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,567 | $795 | $4,419 |
| East Central Billings 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $1,635 | $2,856 |
| East Central Billings 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
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There are currently 33 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 |
| Pinehurst Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| 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 December 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Central Billings area is the $0.68 price per square foot 1047 N 26th St Model at 1047 N 26th St, Unit 1047 N 26th St in the in the North Side Billings neighborhood starting from $1,075. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1047 N 26th St, Unit 1047 N 26th St | 1047 N 26th St | 2BR,1BA | $0.68 |
| Brookshire Village Apartments | 2 Bed/1.75 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Lordwith Apartments | Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 1422 Lynn Ave, Unit 1 | 1422 Lynn Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
| Rimrock West Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| 1044 N 25th St, Unit 1044.5 N 25th St | 1044 N 25th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 1273 Yellowstone Ave, Unit Great Condo wAll Util inc | 1273 Yellowstone Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 1040 N 26th St, Unit 1040.5 N 26th St | 1040 N 26th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Rockvue Lofts | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Ridgeview Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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This website compares millions of points of data to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Montana and customized analysis for Billings, Montana. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendly amenities, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
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 $1,225.
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 $1,700.
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 $236 which is $1,464 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Central Billings.
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