Karlton Apartments
202 E. Jefferson St,
Kirksville, MO 63501
$415
Studio
Truman State University
Kirksville, MO
Truman State University - Kirksville, MO Area Guide
Cheer on the Bulldogs in your purple and white
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Truman State University, founded in 1867, is renowned as a public university that provides a private school experience at an affordable price. Offering high-quality academic programs that prepare students to make a difference in the world, Truman promotes access and social mobility, fosters excellence, recognizes merit, and encourages students to own their agency.
Located in northeastern Missouri, TSU is accessible to a number of houses and apartments available for rent near campus. Easy access to U.S. 63 allows for simple commutes from farther distances as well.
Truman has an active campus atmosphere, teeming with almost 240 student organizations, NCAA Division II Bulldog athletics, Greek life, intramural sports, theatrical performances, and community service opportunities. Just a few blocks from campus, there are a host of shops, restaurants, cafes, a farmers market, movies, and nightlife in Downtown Kirksville. Thousand Hills State Park is also nearby, boasting plenty of outdoor recreational opportunities. Larger cities like Kansas City, Des Moines, and Saint Louis are within a three-hour drive of TSU—perfect for a weekend getaway.
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Kirksville, MO is $415 for a studio, $507 for one bedroom, $614 for two bedrooms, and $680 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Kirksville has increased by 0.6% in the past year.
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Studio
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367 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$415/month
Average Rent
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1 BR
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589 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$507/month
Average Rent
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2 BR
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879 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$614/month
Average Rent
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3 BR
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1,008 sq ft
Average Sq Ft
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$680/month
Average Rent
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Truman State University - Kirksville, MO (University) is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Daily Essentials
Truman State University - Kirksville, MO (University) offers all daily essentials, but they’re limited to a few main areas.
Supermarket Within a 15 Minute Walk
Groceries
60
/ 100
Fair Restaurant Variety Nearby
Restaurants
40
/ 100
Fair Café Variety Nearby
Cafes
40
/ 100
Fair Variety of Shops Nearby
Shopping
40
/ 100
Local Vibe
Get a sense of what it’s like to live in Truman State University - Kirksville, MO (University) from everyday activity to noise and nightlife.
Mostly Calm Atmosphere
Vibrancy
20
/ 100
Limited Nightlife Variety Nearby
Nightlife
30
/ 100
Very Noisy
Quiet Score
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
502 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
703 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
493 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
808 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Kirksville Regional Office and Interpretive Center
- Thousand Hills State Park
Commuter Rail
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