How much does it cost to rent in Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO is $1,404. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Bellefontaine Neighbors cheaper than other Missouri cities?

Bellefontaine Neighbors falls in the middle range for Missouri, ranking #41 out of 74 cities at $1,404/mo.

When was Bellefontaine Neighbors rent data last updated?

Bellefontaine Neighbors rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Bellefontaine Neighbors

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Pop. 10,498·41st most expensive in Missouri·Bellefontaine Neighbors rents are up 16.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,404/mo

Year-over-Year

+16.6%

Month-over-Month

+4.2%

vs US Median

-$561

Rising (Monthly)

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Bellefontaine Neighbors · $1,404

More affordable than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

40/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 5% above what Bellefontaine Neighbors's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,404/mo

Expected by trend

$1,340/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Bellefontaine Neighbors's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$930

1 BR

$960

2 BR

$1,190

3 BR

$1,540

4 BR+

$1,770

Research median

$1,190/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$16,848/yr

At $1,404/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 16.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+16.6% YoY, +4.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO is majority owner-occupied, has a large retiree population, has a median income below the national average, 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

10,498

Median income

$49,170

Median age

41.9

Renters

41.9%

Age distribution

26.9%

15.7%

24.4%

22.6%

Under 1826.9%

18–3415.7%

35–5424.4%

55–6410.5%

65+22.6%

Gender

43.3%

56.7%

Male43.3%

Female56.7%

Race & ethnicity

84.1%

White11%

Black84.1%

Other4.5%

Education (25+)

39.7%

32.4%

17.7%

No HS diploma10.2%

HS diploma39.7%

Some college32.4%

Bachelor's+17.7%

Housing tenure

58.1%

41.9%

Owner58.1%

Renter41.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO has changed in 5 years

Income

$42,714 → $49,170

up 15.1%

Population

10,702 → 10,498

down 1.9%

Renter share

33.5% → 41.9%

+8.4 pts

Bachelor's+

16.7% → 17.7%

+1.0 pts

Median age

48.5 → 41.9

-6.6 yrs

Median household income grew from $42,714 to $49,170 between 2021 and 2024, a 15.1% shift. Headcount in the area went from 10,702 to 10,498 between 2021 and 2024, a 1.9% change. About 41.9% of households rent today, against 33.5% in 2021.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Bellefontaine Neighbors on your salary?

At $1,404/mo, how Bellefontaine Neighbors rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $86,922/yr · Rent = 19.4% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $61,714/yr · Rent = 27.3% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $71,088/yr · Rent = 23.7% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $127,061/yr · Rent = 13.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $162,352/yr · Rent = 10.4% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $57,785/yr · Rent = 29.2% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $52,173/yr · Rent = 32.3% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $64,308/yr · Rent = 26.2% income

affordable

By apartment size

Bellefontaine Neighbors rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Bellefontaine Neighbors. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bellefontaine Neighbors is $1,404/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $930/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,190/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $960/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,540/mo.

At 34% of local median household income ($49,170/yr), Bellefontaine Neighbors ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 16.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bellefontaine Neighbors an affordable city for renters?

Bellefontaine Neighbors is considered moderate for renters. At $1,404/mo, rent takes approximately 34% of the local median household income ($49,170/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bellefontaine Neighbors slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Bellefontaine Neighbors?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,404/mo in Bellefontaine Neighbors. The local median household income is $49,170/yr, meaning the typical Bellefontaine Neighbors household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bellefontaine Neighbors?

Rent in Bellefontaine Neighbors has increased 16.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Bellefontaine Neighbors rent compare to other cities in Missouri?

Bellefontaine Neighbors is middle-of-the-pack for Missouri for rent, ranking #41 out of 74 tracked cities at $1,404/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bellefontaine Neighbors?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Bellefontaine Neighbors ($1,404/mo): Jennings ($1,124/mo), Spanish Lake ($1,324/mo), Northwoods ($1,331/mo).

What percentage of Bellefontaine Neighbors residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 41.9% of Bellefontaine Neighbors households are renters, while 58.1% are owner-occupied. Bellefontaine Neighbors leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bellefontaine Neighbors rent compare to the national average?

Bellefontaine Neighbors's median rent of $1,404/mo is $561 (29%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Missouri, it ranks #41 out of 74 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

34%

MODERATE

At $1,404/mo, rent takes ~34% of Bellefontaine Neighbors's median household income ($49,170/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bellefontaine Neighbors 34%Benchmark 30%

State income tax2–4.7%

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