
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University District Missoula, MT from $300 (28 Rentals)
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741 W Sussex Ave

1308-1310-1310 S 5th St W

Spruce Street Apartments

Grove Apartments

Kiwanis Park Apartments

The Equinox
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425 N 5th St W

Wildflower Apartments

527 Eddy Ave

Park Place Flats

Creekside Apartments

Verde Condos

Chapman Crossing
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The Hogan

Alder Apartments

Summit View Square

312 Minnesota

Quinton Apartments

Midtown Apartments

Wolf Glen Apartments
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1845 S 9th St W

755 Sun Pillar Loop

Birchwood Meadows Apartments

1401 Stoddard St

1505 Sherwood St

951 Ronald Ave

1024 Stephens Ave
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University District, Missoula, MT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University District Studio Apartments | $1,280 | $1,095 | $1,395 |
| University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,461 | $995 | $3,215 |
| University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $1,130 | $2,295 |
| University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,691 | $3,691 | $3,691 |
| University District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,926 | $785 | $5,227 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University District Neighborhood of Missoula, MT.
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Cheapest Available University District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University District area of Missoula, MT is a 1 Bed unit found at Grove Apartments priced from $1,295. Kiwanis Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Missoula, MT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Kiwanis Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 1515 South Ave W | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,385 |
| Canyon Loft Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,389 |
| Grand Central | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Quinton Apartments | M2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Spruce Street Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath A9 | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Mountain Shadows | M2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Riverbend Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,480 |
| Corso Apartment Homes | 1BR x 1BA - Flathead | 1BR,1BA | $1,545 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, MT
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $0.73 price per square foot The Flathead Model at ROAM Student Living in the in the University District neighborhood starting from $845. The second greatest value University District apartment is the M2bd Model at Mountain Shadows starting at $1,475 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the University District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ROAM Student Living | The Flathead | 4BR,4BA | $0.73 |
| Mountain Shadows | M2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 1523 Ernest Ave, Unit B | 1523 Ernest Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| TOO812 | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 1333 Toole Ave | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.75 |
| Riverbend Apartments | 2B / 1B - 1st FL | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Grove Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Corso Apartment Homes | 1BR x 1BA - Flathead | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| Canyon Loft Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Kiwanis Park Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity District, Missoula, MT
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Among cities in Montana for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in University District, Missoula, MT
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University District Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University District?
The cheapest apartment in University District is Spruce Street Apartments which is listed at $1,290, while the average apartment in University District costs $3,676.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University District?
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 1 regular apartments in University District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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