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227 W Montana St
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227 W Montana St

227 W Montana StKalispell, MT 59901
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2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

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2500 Great Northern AveMissoula, MT 59808

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Cheapest Available Plains Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Plains, MT is a Studio unit found at North Russell Apartments in the Westside neighborhood priced from $1,190. Majestic Drive Apartments in the Grant Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plains apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
North Russell ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,190
Majestic Drive Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,245
Spruce Street Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath A71BR,1BA$1,265
1500 StoddardStudioStudio,1BA$1,275
Ponderay LodgeTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plains, MT and Nearby

As of April 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plains area is the $1.31 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Ponderay Lodge in the starting from $1,595. The second greatest value Plains apartment is the 2x2 Model at Missoula Lofts starting at $1,950 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Grant Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Plains apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ponderay LodgeThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.31
Missoula Lofts2x22BR,2BA$1.87
Grant Creek Village Apartments2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.87
Homestead Village Apartments2x12BR,1BA$1.68
166-218 Jewel Basin Court2 BR 2 BA2BR,2BA$1.65
The Highline ApartmentsBowman2BR,1BA$1.87
Mountain Man Apartments2 BR 1.5 BA2BR,1.5BA$1.69
509 Westview Dr2 Beds2BR,1BA$1.93
Brooklyn West ApartmentsMaclay1BR,1BA$2.02
Copper Run at ReserveBitteroot1BR,1BA$2.07

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plains Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plains Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plains Apartment is $1,235 at North Russell Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plains Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plains is starting from $1,295 at Ponderay Lodge.

What is the most affordable Plains Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Plains Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ponderay Lodge and starts from $1,595.

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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.