Bedroom count
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Last updated on October 24, 2026
Average rent in
Cape Girardeau, MO
Average rent in
Last updated on October 24, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where rent stands today
Cape Girardeau, MO rent rose 2.6% year over year, with a current median of $898/month. Renters today are paying $105 more per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Cape Girardeau sits 52.8% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it an accessible market for renters seeking value in Missouri.
Price ranges
Studios in Cape Girardeau run around $660/month, 1-bedrooms at $672/month, 2-bedrooms at $850/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,550/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $1,800/month. This range reflects the diversity of rental options by bedroom count.
Neighborhood spotlight
The 4+ bedroom segment rose 20.0% year over year, diverging from the citywide increase of 2.6%. This segment's growth shows a distinct trend within Cape Girardeau's rental market.
Median rent
Median rent in Cape Girardeau
$897/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Cape Girardeau is $897 per month as of October 2026. This is 53% below the national average rent, or $1,002 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Cape Girardeau
79
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Cape Girardeau rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Cape Girardeau, MO
Average rent prices in Cape Girardeau have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Cape Girardeau, MO
Rent prices in Cape Girardeau vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Cape Girardeau is $800, whereas a house costs $1,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Cape Girardeau run $650 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $825.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $660 | No Change |  16% | |
1 bedroom | $672 | 8% | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $850 | No Change | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $1,550 | 9% | 3% | |
4 bedroom | $1,800 | No Change | 20% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Cape Girardeau, MO.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $800 | No Change | 3% | |
Condos | $1,345 | 40% | - | |
Houses | $1,500 | 11% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$660
Last year
16%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$672
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$850
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,550
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last year
20%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Cape Girardeau, MO.
Apartments
Average rent
$800
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,345
Last 30 days
40%
Houses
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
11%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Cape Girardeau, MO, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Cape Girardeau, MO compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Cape Girardeau and Benton by all bedroom counts and property types.
Cape Girardeau
53%lower than the national median
59%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Cape Girardeau, MO is 14% higher than the median rent in Benton, MO.
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Cost of living in Cape Girardeau, MO
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Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | No difference |
| Groceries | 5% higher |
| Health | 21% lower |
| Housing | 18% lower |
| Transportation | 7% higher |
| Utilities | 5% lower |
Discover rentals in Cape Girardeau, MO
20h ago
Verified
1710 North Sprigg Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
2–4 beds
2–4 baths
$510–$1,960
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 6
7h ago
000 000 Cape Girardeau, Cape Girardeau, MO 63071
1–3 beds
1 bath
$575–$1,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
901 Hackberry St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63703
3 beds
2 baths
$650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
616 Boxwood Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
2 beds
1 bath
$695
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Cape Girardeau
4 beds
3 baths
$4,990
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Cape Girardeau
4 beds
3 baths
$2,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Cape Girardeau
5 Creekside Way #1, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
3 beds
2 baths
$2,100
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 5
5d+ ago
Townhouse for rent in Cape Girardeau
120 Beechwood Ln, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
3 beds
2 baths
$2,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Nov 1
12h ago
Verified
2070 North Sprigg Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
1–4 beds
1–4 baths
$520–$2,080
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 6
20h ago
Verified
1710 North Sprigg Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
2–4 beds
2–4 baths
$510–$1,960
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 6
7h ago
000 000 Cape Girardeau, Cape Girardeau, MO 63071
1–3 beds
1 bath
$575–$1,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
2867 Walden Blvd, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
2 beds
2 baths
$1,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
2070 North Sprigg Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
1–4 beds
1–4 baths
$520–$2,080
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 6
20h ago
Verified
1710 North Sprigg Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
2–4 beds
2–4 baths
$510–$1,960
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 6
3h ago
505 Washington Ave, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
1–2 beds
1 bath
$575–$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5h ago
701 Watkins Dr, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
1–2 beds
1 bath
$625–$760
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
Verified
2070 North Sprigg Street, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
1–4 beds
1–4 baths
$520–$2,080
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available May 6
7h ago
000 000 Cape Girardeau, Cape Girardeau, MO 63071
1–2 beds
1 bath
$575–$1,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3h ago
2846 Whitener St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
2 beds
1 bath
$750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
8h ago
1941 Delwin St, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701
2 beds
1 bath
$775
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Cape Girardeau, MO
Quick answers to common questions about the Cape Girardeau rental market.
How much is rent in Cape Girardeau?
The average rent in Cape Girardeau is $897 per month as of October 17, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Cape Girardeau?
Average rent prices in Cape Girardeau have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Cape Girardeau rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Cape Girardeau is 53% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,002 less per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Cape Girardeau?
To comfortably afford rent in Cape Girardeau, you'd need to earn approximately $36,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Cape Girardeau?
June offers the best rental deals in Cape Girardeau, with rents running about 17% lower than January, which sees the highest prices of the year.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).