
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mexico, MO from $500 (25 Rentals)
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725 E Monroe St

608 Macfarlane St

307 E Promenade St

1904 Springdale Ct

1822 Springdale Ct
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Columbia Crossing

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Woodlake

Broadway Village Apartments

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1514 Monroe St

715-709 W 7th St

216 Rollins St
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Southpark Drive Apartments

835 Nichols St

507 MO-124

1012 E Broadway

Aria Discovery LLC

1009 Boulder Ct
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997 Boulder Ct
Mexico, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mexico?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mexico 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,207 | $650 | $2,029 |
| Mexico 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,264 | $730 | $2,650 |
| Mexico 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $620 | $2,775 |
| Mexico 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $599 | $1,690 |
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Cheapest Available Mexico Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mexico, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at The Links at Columbia in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood priced from $800. Columbia Crossing in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $946. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mexico apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Links at Columbia | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Columbia Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $946 |
| James Dale Apartments | Jamesdale | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Stadium Apartments | 2 Bed - Standard | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Woodlake | W-C | 2BR,1BA | $1,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mexico, MO and Nearby
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mexico area is the $0.87 price per square foot 3BR/2.5BA Model at Cross Creek Villas in the in the Auburn Hills neighborhood starting from $1,749. The second greatest value Mexico apartment is the The Faurot Model at Collective at Columbia starting at $835 with a $0.49 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Mexico apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cross Creek Villas | 3BR/2.5BA | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.87 |
| Collective at Columbia | The Faurot | 3BR,3.5BA | $0.49 |
| Jenne Hill Townhomes & Seasons Brook Estates | Jenne Hill - 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Campus Lodge | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.53 |
| Wellington Manor | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Broadway Village Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Kitty Hawk Apartments | Model | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| The Quarters Columbia | C1 - 3x3 | 3BR,3BA | $0.63 |
| Columbia Crossing | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| James Dale Apartments | Jamesdale | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mexico Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mexico Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mexico is starting from $946 at Columbia Crossing.
What is the most affordable Mexico Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Mexico Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wellington Manor and starts from $1,400.
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