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Ethel, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ethel Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ethel, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at Halls of Brookfield - 55+ Years priced from $685. Element Communities Downtown Columbia - Hi... in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $759. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ethel apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Halls of Brookfield - 55+ Years2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$685
Element Communities Downtown Columbia - Hi...4BR/4BA - Bretona Upgrade4BR,4BA$759
The Links at ColumbiaClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$775
Northern Plains by KadingCottage - 22BR,1BA$895
Heather Ridge2 bedroom2BR,1BA$906

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ethel, MO and Nearby

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ethel area is the $0.92 price per square foot 4B 2.5B UP Model at CROSS CREEK VILLAS in the in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,849. The second greatest value Ethel apartment is the 3 Bedroom TH Model at Four Winds starting at $1,658 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Auburn Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ethel apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
CROSS CREEK VILLAS4B 2.5B UP4BR,2.5BA$0.92
Four Winds3 Bedroom TH3BR,2BA$1.23
Lake Broadway TownhomesFurnished 2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.29
Manor Homes3BR/1.0BA3BR,1BA$1.28
Keeneland Downs ApartmentsDreamer Floor Plan - Deluxe 2 Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.42
Northern Plains by KadingCottage - 22BR,1BA$1.07
Halls of Brookfield - 55+ Years2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.83
WoodlakeW-C2BR,1BA$1.26
Heather Ridge2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.20
It's about you!The Hayes1BR,1BA$1.27

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Frequently Asked Questions about Ethel

What type of rentals are currently available in Ethel?

There are currently 40 Apartments for Rent in Ethel, MO with pricing that ranges from $679 to $2,312. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ethel ranging from $585 to $3,700.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ethel?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ethel ranges from $585 to $3,700 with an average monthly rent of $1,210.

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