
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Shelbyville, MO from $400 (44 Rentals)
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1537 Wilkes Ave

Biston Apartments

Jefferson Building

Karlton Apartments

Rollins Apartments

Ridgebrook Apartments

The Links at Columbia
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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Benton Stephens Apartments

Forest Village Apartments

1500 N Carolina St

Monroe City Senior Housing 62+

Brookside

Broadway Apartments

Columbia Crossing

James Dale Apartments
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Woodlake

Heather Ridge

Courtyard Apartments

North Hampton Village

Tiger Village

Stephens Park Apartments

Keeneland Downs Apartments

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Frederick Building

Parkway Apartments

Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments

510 E Lake St

220 E Robard St

208 E Bland St

725 E Monroe St

Keokuk Family Flats
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210 E Bland St

501 S Osteopathy Ave

608 Macfarlane St

722 Concert St

1117 Gray St

1012 E Broadway

2923 Bluff Ridge Dr

5020 College Ave
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500 W Worley St

1904 Springdale Ct

1822 Springdale Ct

2525-2527-2527 E Heying Dr
Shelbyville, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelbyville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelbyville Studio Apartments | $955 | $415 | $1,495 |
| Shelbyville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,040 | $470 | $1,719 |
| Shelbyville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $825 | $4,500 |
| Shelbyville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $879 | $3,787 |
| Shelbyville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,407 | $899 | $5,600 |
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Cheapest Available Shelbyville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelbyville, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments priced from $267. The Links at Columbia in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelbyville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $267 |
| The Links at Columbia | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Benton Stephens Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Forest Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Monroe City Senior Housing 62+ | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Broadway Apartments | Spacious 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Apartment Home | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Brookside | Nocona One | 4BR,4BA | $949 |
| Woodlake | W-A | 2BR,1BA | $973 |
| Heather Ridge | Arbor | 2BR,1BA | $1,007 |
| North Hampton Village | 2BR - 1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelbyville, MO and Nearby
As of August 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelbyville area is the $1.08 price per square foot Jenne Hill - 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome Model at Jenne Hill Townhomes in the in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,625. The second greatest value Shelbyville apartment is the Townhomes Model at Cottage Grove starting at $1,450 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelbyville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jenne Hill Townhomes | Jenne Hill - 4 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Townhome | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.08 |
| Cottage Grove | Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.04 |
| Lake Broadway Townhomes | Lake Broadway Townhomes | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Brookside | Airmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Wellington Manor | 2BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.28 |
| North Hampton Village | 2BR - 1BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Forest Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Woodlake | W-C | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Benton Stephens Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelbyville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelbyville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelbyville Apartment is $800 at The Links at Columbia.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shelbyville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shelbyville is starting from $267 at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Shelbyville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shelbyville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments and starts from $296.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.