Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, MO from $500 (39 Rentals)

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Woodridge Manor Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Woodridge Manor Apartments

2404 Williams Creek RdHigh Ridge, MO 63049
Corporate Housing
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Gravois Point Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gravois Point Apartments

385 Corisande Hills RdFenton, MO 63026
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Verda Vista Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Verda Vista Apartments

5264-5312 Hwy 21Imperial, MO 63052
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Pevely Pointe
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pevely Pointe

1001 Pevely Pointe DrPevely, MO 63070
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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111 Creek Dr

FentonMO63026
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Twin City Villa
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Twin City Villa

124 Twin City DrFestus, MO 63028
Senior Living
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Southmoor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Southmoor

5182 Golf Ridge LnSt. Louis, MO 63128
Corporate Housing
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Autumn View Townhouses
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn View Townhouses

3143 Waycross DrArnold, MO 63010
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Hillsboro, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Hillsboro Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hillsboro, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Telegraph Crossing in the River Breeze Estates neighborhood priced from $810. Parkhill Terrace Apartments in the Fenton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hillsboro apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Telegraph CrossingOne Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$810
Parkhill Terrace ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$825
Osage Estates Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
Butler Hill Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$895
Suson PinesELM1BR,1BA$955
Greenmar ApartmentsPeridot2BR,1BA$995
Autumn Ridge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,130
Black Forest ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,139
Canyon CreekHollow1BR,1BA$1,150
Lakewood Apartments2A2BR,2BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hillsboro, MO and Nearby

As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hillsboro area is the $1.41 price per square foot Strata Model at Canyon Creek in the in the River Breeze Estates neighborhood starting from $1,520. The second greatest value Hillsboro apartment is the 2A Model at Lakewood Apartments starting at $1,150 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Regency Woods neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hillsboro apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Canyon CreekStrata2BR,1.5BA$1.41
Lakewood Apartments2A2BR,2BA$1.24
Walden Pond2A2BR,2BA$1.39
Black Forest ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Autumn Ridge2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.41
Greenmar ApartmentsJade2BR,1BA$1.28
Osage Estates Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.24
Parkhill Terrace ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.22
Suson PinesELM1BR,1BA$1.44
Butler Hill Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.49

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hillsboro Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsboro Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hillsboro Apartment is $810 at Telegraph Crossing.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hillsboro Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hillsboro is starting from $875 at Parkhill Terrace Apartments.

What is the most affordable Hillsboro Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hillsboro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Osage Estates Apartments and starts from $1,300.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.