Cheapest Cities in Missouri 2026 | Most Affordable Places to Buy

All Affordable Cities in Missouri

#	City	Median Price	Days on Market	Months Supply	YoY Change
1	Frisbee	$4K	110 days	—	N/A
2	Luray	$6K	days	—	N/A
3	Wellston	$7K	109 days	3.0 mo	N/A
4	Leadwood	$10K	23 days	2.5 mo	N/A
5	Connelsville	$11K	35 days	—	N/A
6	Higbee	$15K	37 days	—	N/A
7	Rea	$15K	108 days	—	N/A
8	Skidmore	$18K	503 days	—	N/A
9	Dennis Acres	$19K	274 days	—	N/A
10	Naylor	$20K	162 days	3.0 mo	N/A
11	Ritchey	$20K	68 days	—	N/A
12	Vanduser	$21K	45 days	—	N/A
13	Hillsdale	$24K	67 days	2.0 mo	N/A
14	Brashear	$25K	98 days	1.0 mo	N/A
15	Diehlstadt	$25K	43 days	—	N/A
16	Hornersville	$26K	4 days	—	N/A
17	Malta Bend	$27K	3 days	—	N/A
18	Oxly	$28K	143 days	—	N/A
19	Cliff Village	$30K	2 days	—	N/A
20	Foley	$30K	87 days	—	N/A
21	Beverly Hills	$30K	23 days	2.0 mo	N/A
22	Arbyrd	$32K	70 days	—	N/A
23	Mount Leonard	$32K	77 days	—	N/A
24	Northwoods	$34K	68 days	2.7 mo	N/A
25	Chamois	$34K	540 days	4.0 mo	N/A
26	Niangua	$35K	3 days	1.0 mo	N/A
27	Velda Village Hills	$35K	23 days	1.0 mo	N/A
28	Foster	$37K	84 days	—	N/A
29	Iatan	$38K	19 days	—	N/A
30	Velda City	$38K	60 days	—	N/A
31	Bel-Ridge	$40K	96 days	1.0 mo	N/A
32	Excelsior Estates	$40K	191 days	—	N/A
33	Lake Timberline	$40K	35 days	2.0 mo	N/A
34	Campbell	$42K	133 days	6.0 mo	N/A
35	Rockville	$44K	72 days	—	N/A
36	Latham	$45K	336 days	—	N/A
37	Benton City	$47K	368 days	—	N/A
38	Jennings	$47K	42 days	5.0 mo	-37.9%
39	Wyaconda	$48K	92 days	—	N/A
40	Downing	$50K	85 days	—	N/A
41	Flemington	$50K	95 days	—	N/A
42	Hollywood	$50K	273 days	—	N/A
43	Union Star	$50K	31 days	—	N/A
44	Nelson	$52K	5 days	2.0 mo	N/A
45	Clearmont	$52K	3 days	2.0 mo	N/A
46	Alexandria	$54K	34 days	—	N/A
47	Guilford	$55K	77 days	—	N/A
48	Pine Lawn	$57K	36 days	3.0 mo	N/A
49	Rayville	$57K	41 days	—	N/A
50	Berkeley	$57K	31 days	1.7 mo	-43.0%
51	Blackburn	$58K	11 days	—	N/A
52	Novinger	$60K	2 days	1.0 mo	N/A
53	Burfordville	$60K	86 days	—	N/A
54	Morley	$60K	170 days	1.0 mo	N/A
55	Leadington	$62K	44 days	1.0 mo	N/A
56	Malden	$63K	84 days	7.5 mo	N/A
57	Phillipsburg	$63K	14 days	—	N/A
58	Quitman	$64K	20 days	—	N/A
59	Asbury	$65K	70 days	1.0 mo	N/A
60	Farber	$65K	78 days	—	N/A
61	Frankclay	$66K	days	1.0 mo	N/A
62	Fisk	$67K	308 days	—	N/A
63	Flordell Hills	$68K	197 days	—	N/A
64	Baldwin Park	$68K	2 days	—	N/A
65	Sarcoxie	$69K	30 days	10.0 mo	N/A
66	Brandsville	$70K	123 days	—	N/A
67	Bismarck	$70K	103 days	1.0 mo	N/A
68	Blodgett	$70K	96 days	—	N/A
69	Maysville	$70K	395 days	6.0 mo	N/A
70	Birmingham	$71K	5 days	—	N/A
71	Center	$73K	89 days	1.0 mo	N/A
72	Fairdealing	$75K	84 days	0.3 mo	N/A
73	Missouri City	$75K	2 days	1.0 mo	N/A
74	Perkins	$75K	3 days	—	N/A
75	Avilla	$76K	62 days	—	N/A
76	Country Club Hills	$76K	34 days	1.3 mo	N/A
77	La Belle	$78K	35 days	—	N/A
78	Cool Valley	$79K	19 days	4.0 mo	N/A
79	Calverton Park	$79K	11 days	2.5 mo	N/A
80	Fairview	$80K	57 days	2.0 mo	N/A
81	Breckenridge Hills	$80K	19 days	1.4 mo	N/A
82	Monticello	$80K	65 days	—	N/A
83	Ridgely	$80K	32 days	—	N/A
84	Riverview	$81K	24 days	3.8 mo	N/A
85	Barnard	$85K	44 days	—	N/A
86	Amoret	$85K	31 days	—	N/A
87	Wayland	$85K	days	—	N/A
88	White Oak	$85K	days	—	N/A
89	Franklin	$86K	11 days	—	N/A
90	Vinita Terrace	$86K	93 days	—	N/A
91	Revere	$87K	64 days	—	N/A
92	Zalma	$89K	220 days	—	N/A
93	Amazonia	$90K	115 days	—	N/A
94	Billings	$90K	7 days	2.0 mo	N/A
95	Grand Pass	$90K	75 days	—	N/A
96	Taneyville	$90K	61 days	2.0 mo	N/A
97	Wortham	$90K	71 days	—	N/A
98	Moline Acres	$92K	27 days	5.0 mo	N/A
99	Senath	$92K	38 days	—	N/A
100	Burlington Junction	$96K	37 days	0.5 mo	N/A

Affordable Housing in Missouri

Looking for affordable housing in Missouri? We've ranked 100 cities by median home price to help you find budget-friendly options. The most affordable city is Frisbee with a median price of $4K.

Tips for Finding Affordable Homes

Look at smaller cities: Often have lower prices than metro areas
Consider commute times: Suburbs may offer better value
Check market trends: Some affordable areas are appreciating quickly
Work with a local agent: They know hidden gems and upcoming areas

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the cheapest cities to buy a house in Missouri?

The most affordable cities in Missouri are listed above, ranked by median home price. These markets offer entry points significantly below the state average, making homeownership accessible for first-time buyers, investors, and those relocating on a budget.

Is it worth buying a cheap house in Missouri?

Affordable Missouri cities can offer excellent value, especially for long-term residents and investors. Key factors to evaluate include local job market strength, school quality, crime rates, and future development plans. A local agent can help you distinguish between genuine value and areas with underlying issues.

Why are some Missouri cities so much cheaper?

Lower home prices in certain Missouri cities reflect factors like smaller population size, distance from major metro areas, limited amenities, or economic transitions. However, many affordable cities offer strong quality of life, growing economies, and appreciation potential that makes them smart buying opportunities.

What salary do I need to buy a house in Missouri's cheapest cities?

In Missouri's most affordable markets, a household income of $40,000-$60,000 may be sufficient to qualify for a mortgage, depending on the specific price point and current interest rates. Use the 28% rule: your monthly housing payment shouldn't exceed 28% of gross monthly income. A local agent and lender can pre-qualify you.

Are cheap houses in Missouri a good investment?

Affordable properties can be excellent investments, especially in Missouri cities with growing populations and economies. Look for markets with rising employment, infrastructure investment, and limited new housing supply. These factors often precede price appreciation, turning today's affordable market into tomorrow's growing one.

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