
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Plato, MO from $400 (43 Rentals)
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The Heights Apartments

The Studios

Brookshire Apartments

The Lodges at Rolla

Lombard Heights Apartments

Moon City Lofts
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Embassy Ozark

Pointe at Waynesville

Stoneridge Apartments

Catalpa East

Meadowview Apartments

Ridgecrest Apartments

Logan Heights

162 Vickie Lynn Ln
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Rolla Senior Apartments

Excelsior Gardens Apartments

Homestead at Crosswood

Ozark South Apartments

Blarney Stone Apartments

Liberty Park Apartments

Oak Point Townhomes

3871 CR 5640
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Wyota Commons

Montauk Studios

Osage Commons

405 N Olive St

809 State Hwy

25575 17-770E

112 S Rolla St

400 E James Dr
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413 E Doxey St

The Willows

1265 Jackson St

97 Timbers Way

Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments

325 W 2nd St

Crosswood Apartments

802 U.S. Rte 66
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22635 Hollow Oak Ln

204 Beatie St

2067 Highland St
Plato, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Plato?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plato Studio Apartments | $913 | $475 | $1,250 |
| Plato 1 Bedroom Apartments | $997 | $475 | $1,260 |
| Plato 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $500 | $1,995 |
| Plato 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,389 | $900 | $2,395 |
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Cheapest Available Plato Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Plato, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Breckenridge Apartments priced from $475. The Heights Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $475. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Plato apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 1 Bed 1 Bath no W/D Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $475 |
| The Heights Apartments | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $475 |
| Wyota Commons West | Studios | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| The Lodges at Rolla | Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| The Studios | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments | Ozark 2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment Available! | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
| Rolla Senior Apartments | One-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $958 |
| Ozark South Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Excelsior Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,115 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Plato, MO and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Plato area is the $0.80 price per square foot 1503 Model at 2700 Burke Ave in the starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Plato apartment is the Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2026 Model at The Lodges at Rolla starting at $650 with a $0.46 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Plato apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2700 Burke Ave | 1503 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.80 |
| The Lodges at Rolla | Rent By The Room Spring/Fall 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $0.46 |
| Liberty Park Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Excelsior Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Ozark South Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments | Ozark 2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment Available! | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Breckenridge - 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| The Heights Apartments | Small Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.06 |
| Wyota Commons West | Studios | Studio ,1BA | $1.22 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Plato Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Plato?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Plato is at The Heights Apartments listed at $475.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Plato Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Plato Apartment is $475 at Breckenridge Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Plato Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Plato is starting from $565 at Breckenridge Apartments.
What is the most affordable Plato Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Plato Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Liberty Park Apartments and starts from $1,350.
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