Cheap Apartments for Rent in Macon, MO from $500 (19 Rentals)
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Monroe City Senior Housing 62+

The Links at Columbia

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Columbia Crossing
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601 W Smith St

601 Smith St

820 N Owensby St

710 W Cunningham Dr
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121 S Jefferson St

7308 N Wade School Rd

7305 N Moberly Dr

7313 N Moberly Dr

7300 N Wade School Rd
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310 N Elson St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Macon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Macon Studio Apartments | $1,399 | $1,349 | $1,449 |
| Macon 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,105 | $675 | $1,949 |
| Macon 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,199 | $809 | $2,375 |
| Macon 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,488 | $1,295 | $1,799 |
| Macon 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,638 | $1,499 | $1,799 |
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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 The Links at Columbia in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood priced from $800. Woodlake in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $809. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Macon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Links at Columbia | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Woodlake | W-A | 2BR,1BA | $809 |
| Columbia Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $863 |
| Heather Ridge | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $913 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $946 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Macon, MO and Nearby
As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Macon area is the $0.90 price per square foot 4B 2.5B UP Model at CROSS CREEK VILLAS in the in the Auburn Hills neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Macon apartment is the The Oakridge Model at Four Winds Apartments starting at $1,322 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood. 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 | 4B 2.5B UP | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.90 |
| Four Winds Apartments | The Oakridge | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Lake Broadway Townhomes | Furnished 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Wellington Manor | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Keeneland Downs Apartments | Dreamer, 2x1, 900 sqft, Tier 2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Broadway Apartments | The Broadhurst | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Woodlake | W-C | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Heather Ridge | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Columbia Crossing | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Links at Columbia | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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Getting Around Macon, MO
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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 Macon Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Macon Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Macon Apartment is $800 at The Links at Columbia.
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 $809 at Woodlake.
What is the most affordable Macon Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Macon Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Four Winds Apartments and starts from $1,322.
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