
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Central Billings Neighborhood of Billings, MT from $500 (52 Rentals)
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424 Howard Ave

1204 Avenue E

Rockvue Lofts

1141 28th St

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2418 Pine St, Unit #404, Unit #404

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2316 Alderson Ave, Unit #3, Unit #3

518 Wyoming Ave

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1221 Yellowstone Ave, Unit #A, Unit #A

514 Avenue D
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828 1/2-615 1/2 Miles Ave

Colton Heights Apartments

1403 12th St W

1510 Avenue E

Frontier Apartments

310 3rd St W, Unit 102

Lordwith Apartments

310 3rd St W, Unit 201

Rocky Meadows Apartments

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Hunter's Pointe
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2911 Placer Dr

Rimrock West Apartments

Brookshire Village Apartments

32 Shadow Pl, Unit 32, Unit 32

1209 17th St W

605 Alderson Ave

1331 Clark Ave

815 Avenue C

Rosepark Plaza Apartments

3300 3rd Ave N
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1117 17th St W

Okerman Apartments

4 Lewis Ave

838 Avenue B

Fox Meadows

435 Lordwith Dr

1521 10th St W

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Ridgeview Apartments

Pinehurst Apartments
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Basking Ridge Apartments

1201 Yellowstone Ave

3 7th St. West

1711 Avenue D

1433 Wyoming Ave

Central Court Village

Stoneridge Apartments

215 1/2 Jackson St

1715 3rd St W

946 Avenue E
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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 | $1,796 | $865 | $3,242 |
| East Central Billings 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $795 | $3,847 |
| East Central Billings 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $1,025 | $3,457 |
| East Central Billings 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,394 | $1,595 | $5,930 |
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There are currently 52 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 Studio unit found at Rockvue Lofts priced from $850. 1141 28th St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockvue Lofts | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 1141 28th St | 1 Beds | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Central Court Village | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,108 |
| Colton Heights Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Small | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Frontier Apartments | Single level patio home wt attached garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Lordwith Apartments | Classic 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Rimrock West Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1,370 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central Billings, MT
As of April 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central Billings area is the $1.81 price per square foot Yellowstone Model at Avenue C Apartments in the in the West Central Billings neighborhood starting from $2,606. 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 | $1.81 |
| Brookshire Village Apartments | 2 Bed/1.75 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Lordwith Apartments | Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Homesteader | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Rimrock West Apartments | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
| 1221 Yellowstone Ave, Unit #A | 1221 Yellowstone Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 2316 Alderson Ave, Unit #3 | 2316 Alderson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Rocky Meadows Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 1141 28th St | 2 Beds | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Colton Heights Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Small | 2BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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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 Rockvue Lofts listed at $850.
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 $850 at 1141 28th St.
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 $865 at Rockvue Lofts.
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 $1,690.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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