Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Joplin, MO from $604 (18 Rentals)
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507 S Connor Ave

812 W 5th St

2405 8th St

2405 2nd St
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1715 W A St

4986 Raintree Cir

820 W 1st St
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Joplin, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Joplin?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Joplin Studio Apartments | $900 | $695 | $1,130 |
Joplin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,212 | $604 | $3,485 |
Joplin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $765 | $3,835 |
Joplin 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $950 | $6,029 |
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Getting Around Joplin, MO
Walk Score®
41 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
39 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Joplin Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Joplin?
The cheapest apartment in Joplin is Zahn Apartments which is listed at $604, while the average apartment in Joplin costs $1,625.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Joplin?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Joplin that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Joplin?
Cheap apartments in Joplin have an average cost of $189 which is $1,436 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Joplin.
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