
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelbyville, MO from $400 (38 Rentals)
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Biston Apartments

Karlton Apartments

Jefferson Building

Ridgebrook Apartments

The Links at Columbia

Forest Village Apartments

Monroe City Senior Housing 62+

1500 N Carolina St
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Columbia Crossing

Courtyard Apartments

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Heather Ridge

Woodlake

Parkway Apartments
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Stephens Park Apartments

Keeneland Downs Apartments

Kitty Hawk Apartments

Frederick Building

Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments

510 E Lake St

725 E Monroe St

Keokuk Family Flats

216 Rollins St
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1210 Rim Rd

501 S Osteopathy Ave

608 Macfarlane St

7221 N Moberly Dr

307 E Promenade St

14420 Highway UU Hwy

1012 E Broadway

1822 Springdale Ct

1904 Springdale Ct
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7460 N Wade School Rd

3708 Greeley 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 | $876 | $415 | $1,800 |
| Shelbyville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,001 | $415 | $2,029 |
| Shelbyville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,344 | $825 | $4,500 |
| Shelbyville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,819 | $879 | $3,787 |
| Shelbyville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,457 | $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 |
| Monroe City Senior Housing 62+ | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Tiger Village | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $881 |
| Forest Village Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $895 |
| Broadway Apartments | The Hayes | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Columbia Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $923 |
| Courtyard Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $937 |
| Heather Ridge | Arbor | 2BR,1BA | $984 |
| Woodlake | W-A | 2BR,1BA | $1,005 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelbyville, MO and Nearby
As of July 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelbyville area is the $1.05 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 $1,580. 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 | $1.05 |
| Cottage Grove | Townhomes | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.04 |
| Wellington Manor | 2 BR | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Broadway Village Apartments | Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Cedar Creek Crossing Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.28 |
| Forest Village Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Woodlake | W-C | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Heather Ridge | Arbor | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Columbia Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Monroe City Senior Housing 62+ | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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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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