
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Centralia, MO from $600 (28 Rentals)
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The Links at Columbia

1224 W Breckenridge Dr

Brookside

Courtyard Apartments

Tiger Village

Broadway Apartments
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James Dale Apartments

Columbia Crossing

Stadium Apartments

Woodlake

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Kitty Hawk Apartments

The Frederick Building

725 E Monroe St

Southpark Drive Apartments

507 MO-124

7221 N Moberly Dr

608 Macfarlane St
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307 E Promenade St

1012 E Broadway

7460 N Wade School Rd

1904 Springdale Ct

1822 Springdale Ct

3708 Greeley Dr

2525-2527-2527 E Heying Dr
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Centralia, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Centralia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centralia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,078 | $650 | $2,029 |
| Centralia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,258 | $730 | $2,650 |
| Centralia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $850 | $3,787 |
| Centralia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $754 | $2,529 |
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Cheapest Available Centralia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Centralia, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Links at Columbia in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood priced from $800. Courtyard Apartments in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $907. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Centralia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Links at Columbia | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $907 |
| Broadway Apartments | The Hayes | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| James Dale Apartments | Jamesdale | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Columbia Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $962 |
| Tiger Village | One Bedroom One Bath Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $979 |
| Stadium Apartments | 2 Bed - Standard | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Woodlake | W-C | 2BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Kitty Hawk Apartments | Model | 2BR,2BA | $1,195 |
| Broadway Village Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Centralia, MO and Nearby
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Centralia area is the $0.87 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Cross Creek Villas in the in the Auburn Hills neighborhood starting from $1,749. The second greatest value Centralia apartment is the Jenne Hill - 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Jenne Hill Townhomes starting at $1,625 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Centralia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Creek Villas | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.87 |
| Jenne Hill Townhomes | Jenne Hill - 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Wellington Manor | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Broadway Village Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Kitty Hawk Apartments | Model | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Columbia Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| James Dale Apartments | Jamesdale | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Woodlake | W-C | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Stadium Apartments | 2 Bed - Standard | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Centralia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Centralia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Centralia Apartment is $800 at The Links at Columbia.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Centralia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Centralia is starting from $950 at Broadway Apartments.
What is the most affordable Centralia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Centralia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wellington Manor and starts from $1,400.
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