
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Yellowstone County, MT from $400 (44 Rentals)
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The Place at Rimrock

629 St Johns Ave

3838 State Ave

Ridgeview Apartments

The Place at Lake Elmo

3404 2nd Ave N

Pinehurst Apartments
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Rockvue Lofts

Highlands Apartments

338 Moccasin Trail

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118 Broadwater Ave, Unit Basement Unit

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1217 Yellowstone Ave, Unit #B

Inter Pointe

Harvest Granger Apartments

120 Cedar Ave
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828 1/2-615 1/2 Miles Ave

Rosepark Plaza Apartments

220 N 24th St

3300 3rd Ave N

Acme Hotel Apartments

1117 17th St W

524 N 23rd St

Sage Tower Apartments
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307 S 28th St

Okerman Apartments

Southern Lights Apartments

4 Lewis Ave

838 Avenue B

Fox Meadows

1521 10th St W

Midway Apartments
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435 Lordwith Dr

1905 Burnstead Dr

Basking Ridge Apartments

Eastwood Apartments

Central Court Village

Sandstone Place

1201 Yellowstone Ave

3 7th St. West
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1410 Lake Elmo Dr

810 Crist Dr

1433 Wyoming Ave

1937 Clubhouse Way
Yellowstone County, MT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Yellowstone County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yellowstone County Studio Apartments | $1,334 | $795 | $3,634 |
| Yellowstone County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,401 | $495 | $3,931 |
| Yellowstone County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,605 | $700 | $3,113 |
| Yellowstone County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,424 | $1,195 | $6,625 |
| Yellowstone County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,395 | $2,395 | $2,395 |
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Cheapest Available Yellowstone County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Yellowstone County, MT is a 1 Bed unit found at The Place at Rimrock in the North Side Billings neighborhood priced from $795. Ridgeview Apartments in the North Central Billings neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Yellowstone County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Place at Rimrock | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Ridgeview Apartments | Studio | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| The Place at Lake Elmo | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Place at North 24th | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Rockvue Lofts | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Pinehurst Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Central Court Village | 1 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $923 |
| Inter Pointe | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Yellowstone County, MT
As of March 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Yellowstone County area is the $1.33 price per square foot Bitterroot Model at King West One Apartments in the in the West Central Billings neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Yellowstone County apartment is the Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Lordwith Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the North Side Billings neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Yellowstone County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| King West One Apartments | Bitterroot | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Lordwith Apartments | Renovated 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Place at Rimrock | 3 Bedroom - Refresh | 3BR,2BA | $1.23 |
| 3363 Racquet Club Dr, Unit 3363 | 3363 Racquet Club Dr | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| 2107 Clubhouse Way, Unit #3 | 2107 Clubhouse Way | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 2320 Alderson Ave, Unit #7 | 2320 Alderson Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.21 |
| 1217 Yellowstone Ave, Unit #B | 1217 Yellowstone Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 2316 Alderson Ave, Unit #3 | 2316 Alderson Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Ridgeview Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Pinehurst Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Yellowstone County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Yellowstone County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Yellowstone County is under $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Yellowstone County?
The cheapest apartment in Yellowstone County is The Place at Rimrock which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Yellowstone County costs $2,395.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Yellowstone County?
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 17 regular apartments in Yellowstone County 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 Yellowstone County?
Cheap apartments in Yellowstone County have an average cost of $720 which is $1,675 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Yellowstone County.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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