
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University District Missoula, MT from $300 (12 Rentals)
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University District, Missoula, MT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University District?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University District Studio Apartments | $1,433 | $950 | $2,889 |
University District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $1,095 | $3,717 |
University District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,907 | $1,040 | $4,910 |
University District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,436 | $1,875 | $2,682 |
University District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $831 | $810 | $845 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University District Neighborhood of Missoula, MT.
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Cheapest Available University District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University District area of Missoula, MT is a Studio unit found at 320 Clay St priced from $1,000. 320 Clay St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here are the most affordable University District apartments for rent in Missoula, MT:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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320 Clay St | 320 Clay St | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
320 Clay St | 320 Clay St | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
North Russell Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Midtown Apartments | M1bd | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Get in the thick of it! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University District, MT
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the University District area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at TOO812 in the in the University District neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value University District apartment is the Sentinel Model at Mullan Reserve Apartments starting at $2,225 with a $1.75 price per square foot in the Westside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University District apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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TOO812 | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
Mullan Reserve Apartments | Sentinel | 3BR,2BA | $1.75 |
Mountain Shadows | M2bd | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
1860 W Sussex Ave, Unit West Sussex | 1860 W Sussex Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Riverbend Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
509 Westview Dr | 2 Beds | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
Ashlyn Place | B(2x1) | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
Grove Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
Midtown Apartments | M1bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
Get in the thick of it! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Best Local Schools in University District, Missoula, MT
Washington Middle School
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Best Local Schools in University District, Missoula, MT
Washington Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University District Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University District?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University District is under $1,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University District?
The cheapest apartment in University District is Midtown Apartments which is listed at $1,175, while the average apartment in University District costs $2,495.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University District?
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 4 regular apartments in University District 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 University District?
Cheap apartments in University District have an average cost of $609 which is $1,886 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University District.
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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