Rentometer, Inc. | Data as of 10/22/2025
Cape Girardeau County offers a balanced rental market that caters to a wide range of tenants, from students and young professionals to growing families. The area’s mix of historic downtown apartments and spacious suburban homes provides renters with diverse housing options close to the vibrant River Campus of Southeast Missouri State University, the scenic Missouri River waterfront, and popular cultural sites such as the Cape Girardeau County Historical Museum. Apartment seekers will find two‑bedroom units typically priced in the $670s, while single‑family homes present a range of choices, from comfortable two‑bedroom houses in the $1300 range to larger three‑ and four‑plus‑bedroom families homes approaching the $1800s.
Neighborhoods like the River Campus District, Old Town, and the Bloomfield–Rural corridor each lend a distinct character to the rental landscape. Downtown’s walkable streets are dotted with boutique cafes, art galleries, and riverfront parks, making it ideal for renters who value an active lifestyle. Meanwhile, the quieter suburbs provide larger lot sizes, mature trees, and easy access to schools such as Cape Central High and Cape Girardeau Technical Center. With a blend of affordable apartment living and well‑maintained single‑family homes, Cape Girardeau County remains an attractive destination for those seeking a welcoming community, convenient amenities, and a stable rental market in southeastern Missouri.
| Property Type | Bedrooms | Average | Median | Min - Max | 25th - 75th |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment | 2 Bedroom | $669 | $629 | $610 - $770 | $610 - $770 |
| House | 2 Bedroom | $1,307 | $1,175 | $750 - $2,000 | $1,000 - $1,750 |
| House | 3 Bedroom | $1,453 | $1,400 | $799 - $2,775 | $1,250 - $1,600 |
| House | 4+ Bedroom | $1,845 | $1,700 | $900 - $4,550 | $1,500 - $2,100 |
In the current period, the average rent in Cape Girardeau was $963 for 1 Bedroom, $1,254 for 2 Bedroom, $1,462 for 3 Bedroom, and $1,684 for 4+ Bedroom.
Data provided by Rentometer, Inc.