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Last updated on June 13, 2026
Average rent in
Missoula, MT
Average rent in
Last updated on June 13, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Missoula rent stands today
Missoula, MT rent rose 3.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,540/month. Renters today are paying $105 more per month on average than last year, with rent holding steady month to month after peaking recently in April 2026.
Compared to national trends
Missoula sits 21.0% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a smaller market with 222 total rentals but accessible pricing for renters seeking value in Montana.
Price ranges
Studios in Missoula run around $1,000/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,265/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,600/month, with 3-bed and 4+ bed units reaching $2,495 and $3,198 respectively.
Neighborhood spotlight
Lower Rattlesnake rents fell by 37.0% year over year to $1,495/month. This decline contrasts with the citywide rise of 3.0%, showing localized softness in this neighborhood of Missoula, MT.
Median rent
Median rent in Missoula
$1,540/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Missoula is $1,540 per month as of June 2026. This is 21% below the national average rent, or $410 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Missoula
222
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Missoula rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Missoula, MT
Average rent prices in Missoula 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
Missoula, MT
Rent prices in Missoula vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Missoula is $1,450, whereas a house costs $2,397. 1-bedroom apartments in Missoula run $1,250 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,595.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,000 | 1% |  4% | |
1 bedroom | $1,265 | No Change | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,600 | 1% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $2,495 | 1% | 11% | |
4 bedroom | $3,197 | 2% | 14% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Franklin To The Fort | $1,442 | |
Grant Creek | $1,900 | |
Heart Of Missoula | $1,150 | |
Northside | $1,395 | |
Riverfront | $1,160 | |
Rose Park | $1,450 | |
Southgate Triangle | $1,550 | |
University District | $1,597 | |
Upper Rattlesnake | $1,425 | |
Westside | $1,395 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,450 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,675 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $2,397 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,265
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,495
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
11%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,197
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
14%
Grant Creek
Average rent
$1,900
Franklin To The Fort
Average rent
$1,442
Southgate Triangle
Average rent
$1,550
Westside
Average rent
$1,395
Northside
Average rent
$1,395
Heart Of Missoula
Average rent
$1,150
Riverfront
Average rent
$1,160
Rose Park
Average rent
$1,450
University District
Average rent
$1,597
Upper Rattlesnake
Average rent
$1,425
Apartments
Average rent
$1,450
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$1,675
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$2,397
Last 30 days
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Missoula, MT, 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 Missoula, MT compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Missoula and Anaconda Deer Lodge County by all bedroom counts and property types.
Missoula
21%lower than the national median
42%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Missoula, MT is 37% higher than the median rent in Anaconda Deer Lodge County, MT.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,125
10%$2,050
80%$1,695
4%$1,825
36%$1,950
9%$1,495
2%$1,695
4%$2,500
6%$1,850
14%$2,000
12%$850
18%$1,950
83%Cost of living in Missoula, MT
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 6% higher |
| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Health | 9% higher |
| Housing | 49% higher |
| Transportation | 5% higher |
| Utilities | 17% lower |
Discover rentals in Missoula, MT
5d+ ago
Northside house for rent in Missoula
Studio
1 bath
$495
House for rent
Available Jan 29
5d+ ago
University District condo for rent in Missoula
1 bed
1 bath
$660
Condo for rent
Available Jun 17
5d+ ago
University District condo for rent in Missoula
1 bed
1 bath
$695
Condo for rent
Available Jun 11
3h ago
775 Wyoming St, Missoula, MT 59801
1 bed
1 bath
$825
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Missoula
3 beds
2.5 baths
$3,495
House for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Missoula
3 beds
2 baths
$3,295
House for rent
5d+ ago
Lower Rattlesnake apartment for rent in Missoula
1 bed
1.5 baths
$3,000
Apartment for rent
2d ago
515 Burton St, Missoula, MT 59802
1 bed
1 bath
$2,795
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
4000 Mullan Rd, Missoula, MT 59808
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,775–$2,025
Apartment for rent
4d ago
130 W Kent Ave, Missoula, MT 59801
1 bed
1 bath
$1,295
Apartment for rent
1d ago
5313 Elyn Loop, Missoula, MT 59808
2 beds
2 baths
$1,900
Apartment for rent
Available May 21
3d ago
Verified
5377 Elyn Loop, Missoula, MT 59808
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,550–$2,500
Apartment for rent
Available May 19
5d+ ago
Verified
801 N Orange St #101, Missoula, MT 59802
2 beds
1 bath
$1,675
Condo for rent
Available Mar 1
6h ago
Verified
4000 Mullan Rd, Missoula, MT 59808
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,775–$2,025
Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
305 E Front St, Missoula, MT 59802
3 beds
3 baths
$3,179
Price drop
Apartment for rent
13h ago
4200 Expressway, Missoula, MT 59808
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,075–$1,950
Apartment for rent
6h ago
Verified
4000 Mullan Rd, Missoula, MT 59808
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,775–$2,025
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
801 N Orange St #101, Missoula, MT 59802
2 beds
1 bath
$1,675
Condo for rent
Available Mar 1
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,800
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 8
1d ago
Verified
305 E Front St, Missoula, MT 59802
3 beds
3 baths
$3,179
Price drop
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Missoula, MT
Quick answers to common questions about the Missoula rental market.
How much is rent in Missoula?
The average rent in Missoula is $1,540 per month as of June 6, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Missoula?
Average rent prices in Missoula have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Missoula rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Missoula is 21% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $410 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Missoula?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Missoula are Heart Of Missoula ($1,150/mo), Riverfront ($1,160/mo), and Westside ($1,395/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Missoula?
To comfortably afford rent in Missoula, you'd need to earn approximately $62,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
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).