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Starkville, MS

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Nestled in the heart of Mississippi, Starkville combines small-town hospitality with the energy of a college community. Home to Mississippi State University, this welcoming city of over 24,000 residents features the Cotton District, North America's first New Urbanist neighborhood. The rental market offers diverse housing options from apartment communities to historic homes, with current average rents ranging from $514 for studios to $2,077 for four-bedroom units. The rental market has seen modest growth, with rates increasing approximately 2.8% over the past year, keeping Starkville's housing costs competitive.

Downtown Starkville and the Cotton District form the city's social hub, featuring locally-owned shops and restaurants. Mississippi State University's campus hosts sporting events at Davis Wade Stadium and performances at the Riley Center. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate McKee Park's walking trails and the Moncrief Park disc golf course. The city's musical heritage is celebrated with a Mississippi Country Music Trail marker commemorating Johnny Cash's 1965 visit, which inspired his song "Starkville City Jail." The area around campus offers walkable streets lined with mature trees, while neighborhoods throughout the city provide a range of rental options. Starkville's blend of historic charm and college-town atmosphere creates an appealing environment for anyone considering calling this Mississippi community home.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Starkville, MS is $520 for a studio, $816 for one bedroom, $972 for two bedrooms, and $1,265 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Starkville has increased by 2.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$816/month
679 Sq Ft
House
$2,066/month
1,326 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,800/month
710 Sq Ft
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Transportation

40

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

36

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Overstreet Elementary

Public

Grades 5

303 Students

Sudduth Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-1

881 Students

Henderson Intermediate School

Public

Grades 5

359 Students

Ward-Stewart Elementary School

Public

Grades 2-4

948 Students

East Oktibbeha County Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

337 Students

Armstrong Middle School

Public

Grades 8-9

750 Students

East Oktibbeha County Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-6

337 Students

Starkville High School

Public

Grades 10-12

1,076 Students

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.