
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Defiance, MO from $700 (50 Rentals)
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1722 Gascony Parc Dr

615 Portsmouth Dr

11300 Spring Creek Ln

529 Summer Winds Ln

18511 Wild Horse Creek Rd

509 W 2nd St
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338 Shirley Ridge Dr

333 Stonewall Creek Dr

311 Stonewall Creek Dr

1832 Piedmont Cir

161 Baker St

433 Bordeaux Way

28 Cedar Grove Ct

236 Countryshire Dr

312 Clayton Xing Dr
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Defiance, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Defiance?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defiance Studio Apartments | $1,415 | $1,325 | $1,521 |
| Defiance 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $795 | $1,917 |
| Defiance 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,917 | $950 | $2,815 |
| Defiance 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,480 | $1,300 | $3,595 |
| Defiance 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,139 | $3,000 | $3,400 |
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Cheapest Available Defiance Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Defiance, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Osage Estates Apartments in the Pacific neighborhood priced from $850. Summit Valley Apartments in the Pacific neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $855. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Defiance apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osage Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Summit Valley Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Baxter Crossings Apartments | The Faust | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Cedar Lakes Apartments | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,155 |
| Aurora Estates | 2x1 Layout | 2BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Hearthstone at Autumn Hollow | 1B/1B - ADA 1st Floor Prairie View End Cap | 1BR,1BA | $1,280 |
| 15Seventy Chesterfield | The Carrington | 1BR,1BA | $1,314 |
| Prairie Encore | Studio/1B | Studio,1BA | $1,325 |
| Southernside Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,331 |
| The Waterways of Lake Saint Louis Apartments | Brookside | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Defiance, MO and Nearby
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Defiance area is the $1.51 price per square foot Villas - Finished Lower Level Model at Villas on The Prairie in the in the Tysons Corner neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Defiance apartment is the 3 Bed 3 Bath - Washer/Dryer Model at Carriage Place at Lake Chesterfield starting at $2,075 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Enclaves at Cherry Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Defiance apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villas on The Prairie | Villas - Finished Lower Level | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.51 |
| Carriage Place at Lake Chesterfield | 3 Bed 3 Bath - Washer/Dryer | 3BR,3BA | $1.41 |
| The Reserve At Mid Rivers | Sonoma | 2BR,2BA | $1.49 |
| The Solstice | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Southernside Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Aventura at Hawk Ridge | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Cedar Lakes Apartments | C2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Aurora Estates | 2x1 Layout | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Summit Valley Apartments | One Bed, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Osage Estates Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Defiance Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Defiance Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Defiance Apartment is $850 at Osage Estates Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Defiance Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Defiance is starting from $950 at Osage Estates Apartments.
What is the most affordable Defiance Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Defiance Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Osage Estates Apartments and starts from $1,300.
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