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Center, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Center, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at 1500 N Carolina St priced from $700. Element Communities Downtown Columbia in the Tiger Village Apartments neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $759. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1500 N Carolina St2X22BR,2BA$700
Element Communities Downtown Columbia4BR/4BA - Bretona Upgrade4BR,4BA$759
The Links at ColumbiaClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$775
WoodlakeW-C2BR,1BA$873
Quail RunTwo Bed/One Bath2BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center, MO and Nearby

As of May 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center area is the $0.92 price per square foot 4B 2.5B UP Model at CROSS CREEK VILLAS in the in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood starting from $1,849. The second greatest value Center apartment is the Sundeck Duplex Model at Manor Homes starting at $1,695 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the The Links of Columbia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
CROSS CREEK VILLAS4B 2.5B UP4BR,2.5BA$0.92
Manor HomesSundeck Duplex3BR,2.5BA$0.97
Emerson Garden ApartmentsThree Beds Two Baths3BR,2BA$0.90
Wellington Manor3 BR W/ Garages3BR,2BA$1.02
Northridge IOak3BR,1.5BA$1.16
Broadway Village ApartmentsModel2BR,1BA$1.04
Boone Street CommonsBSC2BR,2BA$1.18
Elm Tree Commons2 Beds, 2 baths2BR,2BA$1.32
1500 N Carolina St2X22BR,2BA$0.78
WoodlakeW-A2BR,1BA$1.24

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Getting Around Center, MO

Walk Score®

14 / 100

Car-Dependent

Almost all errands require a car

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Apartment is $775 at The Links at Columbia.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Center is starting from $700 at 1500 N Carolina St.

What is the most affordable Center Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1500 N Carolina St and starts from $775.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.