
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Joplin, MT from $500 (15 Rentals)
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612 13th St S

620 7th St

626 3rd Ave

Vista Villa/River Run
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826 3rd Ave S

2316 13th Ave S

632 14th Ave

637 3rd St

224 7th Ave
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232 7th Ave

402 2nd Ave

9 17th St S

1916 7th Ave S

1122 1st Ave SW
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Joplin, MT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Joplin?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joplin Studio Apartments | $1,429 | $500 | $2,250 |
| Joplin 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $700 | $2,550 |
| Joplin 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,732 | $900 | $2,349 |
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Cheapest Available Joplin Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Joplin, MT is a 1 Bed unit found at Vista Villa/River Run priced from $942. Arc Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,299. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Joplin apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vista Villa/River Run | Income-Restricted One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| Arc Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Talus Apartment Homes | Dearborn | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| Aurora Apartment Homes | Studio XL | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Joplin, MT and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Joplin area is the $1.76 price per square foot 2901 8th Ave N Model at 2901 8th Ave N, Unit Unit2 in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Joplin apartment is the 620 27th St N Model at 620 27th St N, Unit 620 starting at $1,794 with a $2.56 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Joplin apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2901 8th Ave N, Unit Unit2 | 2901 8th Ave N | 2BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 620 27th St N, Unit 620 | 620 27th St N | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| 626 27th St N, Unit 626 | 626 27th St N | 1BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Aurora Apartment Homes | Studio XL | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
| Arc Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.14 |
| Talus Apartment Homes | Dearborn | Studio ,1BA | $2.71 |
| Vista Villa/River Run | Income-Restricted One Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Joplin Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Joplin?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Joplin is at Talus Apartment Homes listed at $1,299.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Joplin Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Joplin Apartment is $942 at Vista Villa/River Run.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Joplin Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Joplin is starting from $1,102 at Vista Villa/River Run.
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