
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Missoula Neighborhood of Missoula, MT from $388 (38 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Missoula area of Missoula.


North Russell Apartments

1409 Stoddard St

707 Ronald Ave

1315 Montana St

Riverbend Apartments

Kiwanis Park Apartments

1509 Stoddard St

Spruce Street Apartments
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1500 Stoddard

1511 Phillips St

1233-1235 S 5th St W

234 Edith St, Unit apartment 1

2317 Leo Ave

1012 W Pine St, Unit 124

1028 Longstaff St, Unit 3

The Equinox

Park Place Flats
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740 Turner St

Creekside Apartments

Verde Condos

Chapman Crossing

The Hogan

Alder Apartments

Summit View Square

1845 S 9th St W

Quinton Apartments
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Midtown Apartments

Wolf Glen Apartments

951 Ronald Ave

Cedar Villas Apartments

1024 Stephens Ave

825 Charlo St

Moose Haus

TOO812

809 Bulwer St
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735 S Grant St

1333 Toole Ave
Downtown Missoula, Missoula, MT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Missoula?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Missoula Studio Apartments | $1,247 | $1,100 | $1,395 |
| Downtown Missoula 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $1,195 | $2,950 |
| Downtown Missoula 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $1,095 | $2,350 |
| Downtown Missoula 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,640 | $3,640 | $3,640 |
| Downtown Missoula 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,097 | $785 | $4,662 |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Missoula Neighborhood of Missoula, MT.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Missoula Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Missoula area of Missoula, MT is a Studio unit found at North Russell Apartments priced from $1,100. Midtown Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Downtown Missoula apartments for rent in Missoula, MT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Russell Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Midtown Apartments | M1bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Riverbend Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| TOO812 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| SPR712 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
| Ashlyn Place Apartments | B(2x1) | 2BR,1BA | $1,850 |
| Mountainwood Estates | 1x1.5+den | 1BR,1BA | $2,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Missoula, MT
As of August 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Missoula area is the $2.07 price per square foot 1x1.5+den Model at Mountainwood Estates in the in the University District neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Downtown Missoula apartment is the The Seeley Model at ROAM Student Living starting at $785 with a $0.83 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountainwood Estates | 1x1.5+den | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.07 |
| ROAM Student Living | The Seeley | 4BR,2BA | $0.83 |
| TOO812 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| SPR712 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Riverbend Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Ashlyn Place Apartments | B(2x1) | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Midtown Apartments | M1bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| North Russell Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Missoula Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Missoula?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Missoula is Midtown Apartments which is listed at $1,175, while the average apartment in Downtown Missoula costs $1,395.
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 2 regular apartments in Downtown Missoula that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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