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404 E Bond St

104 S Washington Ave

1221 S Park Ave
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126 Fairway Ave

122 Fairway Ave

209 W College St

423 S Public Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Mt Vernon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Vernon 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,737 | $625 | $10,000+ |
| Mt Vernon 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,720 | $1,295 | $3,495 |
| Mt Vernon 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,963 | $1,500 | $2,295 |
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Cheapest Available Mt Vernon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Mt Vernon, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Monett Meadows (Sunset Villa Apartments) priced from $650. Monett Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $726. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mt Vernon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monett Meadows (Sunset Villa Apartments) | 1 bed /1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Monett Meadows | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $726 |
| Eaglewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Unit in Nixa - Open Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mt Vernon, MO and Nearby
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mt Vernon area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3 Bed 2.5 Bath 1598 sq ft Model at The Woods Townhomes in the in the Parkwest Village neighborhood starting from $1,720. The second greatest value Mt Vernon apartment is the D Model at Vintage Park starting at $1,300 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the Christian County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mt Vernon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Woods Townhomes | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath 1598 sq ft | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Vintage Park | D | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Sandstone Heights Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Ben Steele Springfield | Duplex | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| South Valley Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Tall Grass Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Pin Oak Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| Chesterfield Village | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Eaglewood Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath Unit in Nixa - Open Floor Plan | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Monett Meadows | Two Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Mt Vernon?
There are currently 62 Apartments for Rent in Mt Vernon, MO with pricing that ranges from $650 to $4,135. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mt Vernon ranging from $625 to $80,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mt Vernon?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mt Vernon ranges from $625 to $80,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,528.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mt Vernon?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mt Vernon range from $850 to $3,595, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $3,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,645.
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.