
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Starkville Neighborhood of Starkville, MS from $400 (21 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Starkville area of Starkville.


905 Louisville St

Greentree Apartments

The Ridge Apartments

The Oaklyn

University Towers

627 S Montgomery St
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Little London

518 E Gillespie St, Unit 22

Ridge Lake Apartments

Chandler Park Apartments

Legacy at Louisville

Hogan Place Apartments

Middlecreek/Briarwood
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Charleston Place

726 Whitfield St

Stark Crossing Houses

307 Lindbergh Blvd

Russell Street Flats
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Downtown Starkville, Starkville, MS Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Starkville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Starkville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $788 | $500 | $1,430 |
| Downtown Starkville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,088 | $599 | $1,800 |
| Downtown Starkville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $850 | $1,875 |
| Downtown Starkville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $519 | $449 | $599 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Starkville Neighborhood of Starkville, MS.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Starkville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Starkville area of Starkville, MS is a 1 Bed unit found at The Ridge Apartments priced from $775. The Oaklyn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Downtown Starkville apartments for rent in Starkville, MS:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ridge Apartments | 1Bd1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| The Oaklyn | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Cedar Cove Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| 627 S Montgomery St | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $960 |
| Little London | Little London | 3BR,2BA | $1,290 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Starkville, MS
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Starkville area is the $1.25 price per square foot The District Model at Avalon Apartment Homes in the in the Downtown Starkville neighborhood starting from $1,675. The second greatest value Downtown Starkville apartment is the Little London Model at Little London starting at $1,290 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Downtown Starkville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Starkville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avalon Apartment Homes | The District | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Little London | Little London | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.97 |
| Crossgates Apartment Homes | The Dude | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| Lampkin Court | Lampkin | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.45 |
| 627 S Montgomery St | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.96 |
| The Ridge Apartments | 2 BD 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| The Oaklyn | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Cedar Cove Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Starkville Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Starkville?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Starkville is The Ridge Apartments which is listed at $775, while the average apartment in Downtown Starkville costs $1,290.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Starkville?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Downtown Starkville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Downtown Starkville?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Starkville have an average cost of $409 which is $881 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Starkville.
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