
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ava, MO from $500 (55 Rentals)
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The Studios

Concord Manor Apartments

Eastview Apartments

Cobblestone Village, 55+ Community

Quail Ridge East Apartments

Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments

Lombard Heights Apartments

Ozark Plantation

Galloway Creek
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Mountain Boulevard

Embassy Ozark

The Falcon of Southern Hills Apartments

Trails End Apartments

Meadowview Apartments

Catalpa East

Stoneridge Apartments

1940 Place

Townhomes at Quail Ridge

Ridgecrest Apartments
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Sugar Wood

Spring Valley Apartments

Logan Heights

Hawthorn Suites Apartments

Excelsior Gardens Apartments

The Meadows at Wicklow

Deeswood Village Apartments

Homestead at Crosswood

The Crossings at East Cherry

Ozark South Apartments
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Southernwood Apartments

Dryden

Township 28

River Ranch

Wynnewood

Renshaw Studio Apartments

The Willows

413 E Doxey St

Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments

185 Wildflower Ave
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398 Hill St

97 Timbers Way

2146 E Bennett St

163 Monarch Ln

135 Coon Creek Farms Dr

Crosswood Apartments

531-B N Oak Grove Ave

640 State Hwy 248

203 S Division St

1306 S 3rd Ave
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Ava, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ava?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ava Studio Apartments | $900 | $595 | $1,650 |
| Ava 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,057 | $575 | $2,080 |
| Ava 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,296 | $500 | $6,975 |
| Ava 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,798 | $900 | $5,445 |
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Cheapest Available Ava Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ava, MO is a Studio unit found at Eastview Apartments in the Southeast Springfield neighborhood priced from $650. Quail Ridge East Apartments in the Southeast Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ava apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Quail Ridge East Apartments | Quail Ridge Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments | 1x1.5 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Ozark Plantation | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| The Studios | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Concord Manor Apartments | Concord 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| The Falcon of Southern Hills Apartments | Micro Studio | Studio,1BA | $805 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Sugar Wood | 2 BR Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Deeswood Village Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ava, MO and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ava area is the $1.07 price per square foot Ozark Homes Model at Ben Steele Properties Ozark Houses & Duplexes in the starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Ava apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Southernwood Apartments starting at $999 with a $1.00 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Ava apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Steele Properties Ozark Houses & Duplexes | Ozark Homes | 3BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Southernwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Excelsior Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Sugar Wood | Remodeled 2 BR Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Ozark South Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Dryden | Two Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom Townhome - Renovated | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments | 1x1.5 | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Concord Manor Apartments | Concord 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Ozark Plantation | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ava Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ava?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ava is at Eastview Apartments listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ava Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ava Apartment is $695 at Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ava Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ava is starting from $845 at Eastview Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ava Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ava Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Excelsior Gardens Apartments and starts from $1,275.
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