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Rental Market Trends in Belton, MO

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Belton, MO is $1,254/month.

Rent in Belton is 25% lower than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,254/month

Average Rent

751 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.8%

Change / Year

377

Available Apartments

Belton rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Belton average $1,051 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Belton average $1,254 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Belton average $1,300 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Belton average $1,697 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,051/month
472 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,254/month
751 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,300/month
972 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,697/month
1,247 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,869/month
1,306 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$2,436/month
1,788 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Belton, MO?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.8%, which averages out to $48 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Belton, MO

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Belton, MO
Percentage*
Rent Range
8% Below $700/month
31% $700 - $1,000/month
15% $1,001 - $1,500/month
38% $1,501 - $2,000/month
8% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Belton, MO?

Because the average rent in Belton is $1,254, you’ll want to make about $4,180 per month or $50,160 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Belton, MO

377 Available Apartments for Rent

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Apartment Communities in Belton We Think You'll Love

The Depot Luxury Apartments

The Depot Luxury Apartments

101 Dean Ave,
Raymore, MO 64083

1-3 Beds | $1,295 - $1,940

Encore

Encore

6407 E 163rd St,
Belton, MO 64012

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,179 - $2,344

Traditions Townhomes

Traditions Townhomes

601 Emily Ln,
Belton, MO 64012

2-3 Beds | $1,588 - $2,559

Lakewood Terrace

Lakewood Terrace

1720 Lakewood Ter,
Belton, MO 64012

1-3 Beds | $1,090 - $2,982

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Belton?

The average rent in Belton is $1,254 per month, which is 24.6% lower than the national average of $1,663.

What is the average rent for a house in Belton?

The average rent for a house in Belton, MO is $1,869 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Belton?

Rents in Belton, MO are increasing, with prices up 3.8% year-over-year and $48 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Belton?

In Belton, MO, 38% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Missouri Belton Rental Trends

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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