
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cairo, MO from $700 (20 Rentals)
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Cairo, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cairo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,090 | $800 | $2,029 |
| Cairo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $899 | $2,650 |
| Cairo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,839 | $879 | $3,787 |
| Cairo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,228 | $899 | $2,195 |
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Cheapest Available Cairo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cairo, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Links at Columbia in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood priced from $800. Monroe City Senior Housing 62+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cairo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Links at Columbia | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Monroe City Senior Housing 62+ | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Columbia Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $892 |
| Broadway Apartments | The Hayes | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Tiger Village | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $951 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cairo, MO and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cairo area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Manor Homes in the in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Cairo apartment is the 3 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at 408 Circus Ave starting at $1,450 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cairo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manor Homes | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| 408 Circus Ave | 3 Beds, 2.5 baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.98 |
| Lake Broadway Townhomes | Furnished 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Wellington Manor | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Kitty Hawk Apartments | Model | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Broadway Village Apartments | Hawthorn, TIER 2, Carport, 2x1, 950 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Parkway Apartments | Tier 3 | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Columbia Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Broadway Apartments | The Hayes | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Monroe City Senior Housing 62+ | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cairo Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cairo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cairo Apartment is $800 at The Links at Columbia.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cairo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cairo is starting from $951 at Tiger Village.
What is the most affordable Cairo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cairo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 408 Circus Ave and starts from $1,450.
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