
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Smithville, MO from $600 (37 Rentals)
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18501 N Main St

Unicorn Apartments

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The Township

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211 W 2nd St

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Smithville, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Smithville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smithville Studio Apartments | $886 | $625 | $1,150 |
| Smithville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $745 | $2,852 |
| Smithville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,674 | $971 | $3,098 |
| Smithville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,236 | $1,220 | $4,311 |
| Smithville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,070 | $2,815 | $3,769 |
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Cheapest Available Smithville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Smithville, MO is a Studio unit found at Unicorn Apartments in the Congress Corporate Center neighborhood priced from $625. The Ethans Apartments in the Barry Harbor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Smithville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unicorn Apartments | Small Efficiency Apartment! | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| The Ethans Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| GreenBerry Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,015 |
| Robin Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| Anderson House Luxury Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,065 |
| Lakeside Village | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $1,066 |
| Crooked Creek | 2 x 2 A | 2BR,2BA | $1,075 |
| Eighty Eighth & Oak | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Township | Barclay | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| The Vintage at Zona Rosa Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath – Style A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Smithville, MO and Nearby
As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Smithville area is the $1.49 price per square foot 4 bedroom 3.5 bath Model at Arden Homes at Staley in the in the Kings Gate neighborhood starting from $3,063. The second greatest value Smithville apartment is the Gem Model at Granby Townhomes starting at $2,450 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Barry Harbor neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Smithville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arden Homes at Staley | 4 bedroom 3.5 bath | 4BR,3.5BA | $1.49 |
| Granby Townhomes | Gem | 3BR,3.5BA | $1.28 |
| The Vintage at Zona Rosa Apartment Homes | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath – Style C1 Renovated | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Barrewoods Apartments | Excel "H" | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| The Edison at Tiffany Springs | ETS-B2- Morgan | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| Northland Heights | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.45 |
| Villas at North Oak | 3 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartme | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Crooked Creek | 2 x 2 A | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| The Lakes Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| Lakeside Village | The Ayers | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Smithville Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Smithville?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Smithville is at Unicorn Apartments listed at $625.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Smithville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Smithville Apartment is $745 at Unicorn Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Smithville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Smithville is starting from $1,075 at Crooked Creek.
What is the most affordable Smithville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Smithville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Robin Hill Apartments and starts from $1,675.
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