
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Missoula Neighborhood of Missoula, MT from $300 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Missoula area of Missoula.


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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 |
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Downtown Missoula Studio Apartments | $1,499 | $950 | $3,629 |
Downtown Missoula 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $900 | $3,333 |
Downtown Missoula 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,998 | $1,075 | $4,290 |
Downtown Missoula 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,363 | $1,795 | $3,000 |
Downtown Missoula 4 Bedroom Apartments | $832 | $810 | $850 |
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There are currently 12 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 1 Bed unit found at Quinton Apartments priced from $1,095. North Russell Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here are the most affordable Downtown Missoula apartments for rent in Missoula, MT:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Quinton Apartments | M1bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
North Russell Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Midtown Apartments | M2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Chapman Crossing | M2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Corso Apartments | 0BR x 1BA - Clark Fork | Studio,1BA | $1,302 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Missoula, MT
As of June 23, 2025 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 $1,995 with a $2.17 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. |
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Midtown Apartments | M2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
TOO812 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
Ashlyn Place | B(2x1) | 2BR,1BA | $2.14 |
Chapman Crossing | M2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
1500 Stoddard | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Quinton Apartments | M1bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
North Russell Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
Corso Apartments | 0BR x 1BA - Blackfoot | Studio ,1BA | $2.57 |
ROAM Student Living | The Granite Peak | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Missoula, Missoula, MT
Ranked #3
Among neighborhoods in Missoula, MT for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Downtown Missoula Neighborhood in Missoula, MT
Walk Score®
83 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
51 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 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 $1,995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Missoula?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Missoula is Quinton Apartments which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in Downtown Missoula costs $2,295.
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.
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