Apartments for Rent in Cape Girardeau MO
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Cape Girardeau, MO Apartments for Rent
Cape Girardeau, also known as “Cape,” is the largest city in southeastern Missouri, stretching along the banks of the Mississippi River and the Missouri-Illinois border. Cape offers residents a country atmosphere with a taste of big-city living, from the national retailers at West Park Mall and the local shops in the quaint downtown area to the bustling Isle Casino Cape Girardeau and the many peaceful parks and green spaces in town.
Home to Southeast Missouri State University, Cape Girardeau exudes the vibrancy of a college town, with a bevy of shops, restaurants, bars, coffee houses, and entertainment venues. Destinations like Saint Louis and Memphis are about a two-hour drive away from Cape Girardeau as well. Convenience to I-55 makes getting around from Cape Girardeau simple.
Cape Girardeau, MO Rental Insights
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The average rent in Cape Girardeau, MO is $609 per month. By comparison, renters across the U.S. pay an average of $1,631, which means housing in Cape Girardeau, MO is slightly less expensive than much of the country.
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The cost of living in Cape Girardeau, MO is 5.3% lower than the national average. Daily expenses like housing, groceries, and transportation generally cost less than in many other U.S. cities.
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To live comfortably in Cape Girardeau, MO as a single adult with no dependents, aim for a salary of at least $63,000 before taxes. Expect to spend about $8,964/year for groceries, $12,924 for goods and services, and $15,708/year for housing. To decide how much you should spend on rent, use our rent affordability calculator.
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You can find flexible rentals in Cape Girardeau, MO by exploring short-term rentals for temporary stays or browsing furnished apartments for move-in ready options that save time and hassle.
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Cape Girardeau, MO has very few transit options. Residents typically rely on driving for daily needs.
