Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Missoula Neighborhood of Missoula, MT from $300 (20 Rentals)

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The Equinox
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Equinox

1515 Liberty LnMissoula, MT 59808
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Park Place Flats
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Place Flats

118 W Alder StMissoula, MT 59802
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Alder Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Alder Apartments

527 W Alder StMissoula, MT 59802
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Creekside Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Creekside Apartments

1405 E Broadway StMissoula, MT 59802
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Verde Condos
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Verde Condos

1010-1012 W Pine StMissoula, MT 59802
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Chapman Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Chapman Crossing

909 Byron StMissoula, MT 59802
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The Hogan
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Hogan

243 S 6th St WMissoula, MT 59801
Senior Living
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Summit View Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summit View Square

1500 S 14th St WMissoula, MT 59801
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Downtown Missoula, Missoula, MT Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Missoula Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Missoula area of Missoula, MT is a 1 Bed unit found at Quinton Apartments priced from $1,125. North Russell Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,190. Here are the most affordable Downtown Missoula apartments for rent in Missoula, MT:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Quinton ApartmentsM1bd1BR,1BA$1,125
North Russell ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,190
Midtown ApartmentsM2bd2BR,1BA$1,195
1500 StoddardStudioStudio,1BA$1,275
Kiwanis Park Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Missoula, MT

As of April 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Missoula area is the $1.23 price per square foot M2bd Model at Midtown Apartments in the in the University District neighborhood starting from $1,195. The second greatest value Downtown Missoula apartment is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at TOO812 starting at $1,725 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the University District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Missoula apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Midtown ApartmentsM2bd2BR,1BA$1.23
TOO8121BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.87
Mountainwood Estates2x1 A2BR,1BA$2.19
Ashlyn Place ApartmentsB(2x1)2BR,1BA$2.18
Quinton ApartmentsM1bd1BR,1BA$1.73
Corso Apartment Homes1BR x 1BA - Flathead1BR,1BA$2.49
North Russell ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$2.16
Kiwanis Park Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.35
1500 StoddardStudioStudio ,1BA$2.34
ROAM Student LivingThe LoloStudio ,1BA$4.88

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Missoula, Missoula, MT

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Among cities in Montana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Missoula. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, features that make it easier to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Missoula Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Missoula?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Missoula is under $1,975.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Missoula?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Missoula is Quinton Apartments which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in Downtown Missoula costs $2,800.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Missoula?

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 4 regular apartments in Downtown Missoula that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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