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816 5th Ave, Unit West, Unit West

816 5th Ave
HelenaMT59601

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Cheapest Available East Helena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Helena, MT is a 2 Beds unit found at Twin Cedars priced from $1,200. Queens Ann Patio Home Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,399. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Helena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Twin CedarsGrayling2BR,1BA$1,200
Queens Ann Patio Home ApartmentsSingle level w/ attached garage included1BR,1BA$1,399
Summerville Flats1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,695
Helena Confluence ApartmentsType B2BR,2BA$1,979
Elkhorn FlatsYellowstone2BR,1BA$2,085

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Helena, MT

As of May 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Helena area is the $1.93 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Summerville Flats in the starting from $2,310. The second greatest value East Helena apartment is the Type B Model at Helena Confluence Apartments starting at $1,979 with a $1.85 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for East Helena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Summerville Flats2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.93
Helena Confluence ApartmentsType B2BR,2BA$1.85
Elkhorn FlatsYellowstone2BR,1BA$2.33
632 W Quartz St, Unit 632632 W Quartz St1BR,1BA$1.13
214 E Broadway St, Unit General Rental Application214 E Broadway St1BR,1BA$1.25
Twin CedarsGrayling2BR,1BA$1.55

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Helena

What type of rentals are currently available in East Helena?

There are currently 37 Apartments for Rent in East Helena, MT with pricing that ranges from $550 to $5,912. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Helena ranging from $1,200 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Helena?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Helena ranges from $1,200 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,270.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Helena?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Helena range from $550 to $5,912, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,400 to $2,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,800.

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