
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Macon, MO from $415 (31 Rentals)
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Karlton Apartments

Biston Apartments

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Rollins Apartments

Columbia Square Apartments

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Woodridge Apartments
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510 E Lake St

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501 S Osteopathy Ave

608 Macfarlane St

2905 N Willowbrook Rd

406 W Morrison St
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1904 Springdale Ct

1822 Springdale Ct

7404 Svena Dr
Macon, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Macon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macon Studio Apartments | $685 | $415 | $1,495 |
| Macon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $470 | $1,829 |
| Macon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,353 | $744 | $2,695 |
| Macon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $721 | $2,536 |
| Macon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,308 | $899 | $2,625 |
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Cheapest Available Macon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Macon, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Rollins Apartments priced from $470. Columbia Square Apartments in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $721. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Macon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rollins Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $470 |
| Columbia Square Apartments | Columbia Square Three Bedroom (Affordable - Income | 3BR, 1BA | $721 |
| Woodridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $744 |
| The Links at Columbia | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR, 1BA | $800 |
| Forest Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $825 |
| Monroe City Senior Housing 62+ | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $875 |
| Broadway Apartments | Spacious 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment Home | 1BR, 1BA | $900 |
| Benton Stephens Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Columbia Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,006 |
| Heather Ridge | Arbor | 2BR, 1BA | $1,007 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Macon, MO and Nearby
As of September 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Macon area is the $0.77 price per square foot 4BR/2.5BA Model at Cross Creek Villas in the Auburn Hills neighborhood starting from $1,549. The second greatest value Macon apartment is the Townhomes Model at Cottage Grove in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood starting at $1,450 with a $1.04 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Macon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Creek Villas | 4BR/2.5BA | 4BR, 2.5BA | $0.77 |
| Cottage Grove | Townhomes | 2BR, 2.5BA | $1.04 |
| Four Winds Apartments | The Oakridge | 3BR, 2BA | $1.16 |
| Lake Broadway Townhomes | Lake Broadway Townhomes | 2BR, 2BA | $1.19 |
| Wellington Manor | 2BR | 2BR, 2BA | $1.18 |
| Columbia Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.05 |
| James Dale Apartments | Jamesdale | 2BR, 1BA | $1.12 |
| Forest Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.00 |
| Woodridge Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.02 |
| Rollins Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $0.70 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Macon Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Macon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Macon Apartment is $470 at Rollins Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Macon Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Macon is starting from $744 at Woodridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Macon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Macon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Columbia Square Apartments and starts from $721.
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