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Eldon, MO Homes for Rent

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    $985 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 800 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    62 Hilltop Rd, Eldon, MO 65026

    Pet Friendly 2 bed/1 bath House This cute, cozy, energy-efficient house has a covered entry, and doors are a minimum of 3 feet wide; it offers comfortable, accessible living, all on one floor! This unit also has a sliding glass door in the living room that leads to a small deck. The kitchen comes equipped with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and a dishwasher; the washer/dryer hook-up has

    62 Hilltop Rd, Eldon, MO 65026
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    $975 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 800 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    4 Iron Oak Ln, Eldon, MO 65026

    Pet-Friendly 2-Bed/1-Bath HouseThis cute, cozy, energy-efficient house has a covered entry, and doors are a minimum of 3 feet wide; it offers comfortable, accessible living, all on one floor! The kitchen comes equipped with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and a dishwasher; the washer/dryer hook-up has space for full-sized units. A washer/dryer set is available for rent for $65/month.

    4 Iron Oak Ln, Eldon, MO 65026
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    $1,500 Per Month

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 3 bedroom home in Eldon, MO!

    411 W 1st St, Eldon, MO 65026

    3 bedroom, 2 bathroom pet-friendly home conveniently located just off West 1st Street in Eldon! This spacious unit offers comfortable living with a functional layout, plenty of natural light, and a large garage perfect for extra storage, parking, or a workshop space. Enjoy the convenience of being close to schools, shopping, dining, and everything Eldon has to offer while still having a place

    411 W 1st St, Eldon, MO 65026
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    $1,400 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,020 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    65 Hilltop Rd, Eldon, MO 65026

    Two-bed/Two-bath House in EldonCute, cozy, energy-efficient house with two bedrooms and two full baths all on one floor! (THIS UNIT CURRENTLY UNDER CONSTRUCTION--PHOTOS SHOW A NEIGHBORING UNIT WITH SIMILAR FINISHES.)•Kitchen equipped with refrigerator, stove, microwave, and dishwasher •Kitchen island has seating for three •Granite countertops provide ample counter space

    65 Hilltop Rd, Eldon, MO 65026
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    $2,500 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,950 Sq Ft
    • Country Home in Eldon, MO

    60 Beacon Rd, Eldon, MO 65026

    Unique rental opportunity in Eldon, MO! This spacious 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home offers the perfect blend of peaceful country living with room to spread out and enjoy the outdoors. Located in a quiet rural setting, this property provides privacy, beautiful surroundings, and plenty of space both inside and out.The home features generous living areas, a functional layout, and comfortable

    60 Beacon Rd, Eldon, MO 65026

Why Live in Eldon

Eldon, Missouri is a small, quiet community of about 4,500 people roughly 15 miles northeast of the Lake of the Ozarks, set at a major highway intersection that connects to Jefferson City, Lake Ozark, Versailles and California. Once a railroad town, it still has a historic downtown with original buildings and active shops that give it a traditional small-town feel. Daily needs are covered by several grocery options, including Walmart, Woods Supermarket, Gerbes Super Market, Nature’s Source and Nolt’s Country Market, while local dining features long-running spots like the Eldon and Cree Mee Drive-Ins known for marshmallow sodas, Whittle’s Pub & Grub with oversized sandwiches and burritos, and Si Senor Mexican Bar & Grill. Parks and recreation are a strong feature, with Rock Island Park, Apperson Park’s baseball fields, the Airpark’s skate park and 18-hole disc golf course next to the seasonal aquatic center, and the Eldon Community Center’s gym and fitness programs. Stark Caverns, about 5 miles south, adds cave tours and outdoor activities. The Eldon R-I School District is well rated, and Eldon Middle School and Eldon High School both receive high marks and support academics and athletics. Housing in Eldon ranges from smaller 1940s fixer-uppers on grid-like streets to more common ranch-style homes with porches and sidewalks on quarter-acre lots, plus larger homes with multi-car garages and acreage on the outskirts.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a home in Eldon, MO?
The median rent for a home in Eldon, MO is $1,400 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of June 2026, single-family homes tend to be the most affordable option.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Eldon, MO?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Eldon, MO, a household needs to earn roughly $56,000 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $1,400 per month in Eldon, MO, renters typically need to show $4,200 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Eldon, MO?
In Eldon, MO, the price-to-rent ratio is 14.9, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

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Number of Homes for Rent
5
Median Rent
$1,400
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,400
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