
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

Mountain Boulevard
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Embassy Ozark

The Falcon of Southern Hills Apartments

Trails End Apartments

Galloway Creek

Catalpa East

Stoneridge Apartments

1940 Place

Meadowview Apartments

Townhomes at Quail Ridge

Ridgecrest Apartments
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Sugar Wood

Logan Heights

Spring Valley Apartments

The Crossings at East Cherry

Deeswood Village Apartments

Excelsior Gardens Apartments

The Meadows at Wicklow

Homestead at Crosswood

Ozark South Apartments

Southernwood Apartments
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Town & Country Village

Hawthorn Suites Apartments

Walker Heights

Dryden

Township 28

Finley Ridge Apartments

River Ranch

Wynnewood

Renshaw Studio Apartments

The Willows
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400 E James Dr

413 E Doxey St

185 Wildflower Ave

97 Timbers Way

135 Coon Creek Farms Dr

163 Monarch Ln

Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments

Crosswood Apartments

521 N Oak Grove Ave

640 State Hwy 248
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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 | $983 | $595 | $2,718 |
| Ava 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,114 | $575 | $2,080 |
| Ava 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,354 | $500 | $3,777 |
| Ava 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $900 | $5,741 |
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Cheapest Available Ava Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ava, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments in the Vista Ridge neighborhood priced from $695. Eastview Apartments in the Southeast Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ava apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments | 1x1.5 | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Eastview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Ozark Plantation | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| The Studios | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Catalpa East | Catalpa 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $845 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Quail Ridge East Apartments | Quail Ridge 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Concord Manor Apartments | Concord 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $895 |
| Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments | Ozark 2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment Available! | 2BR,2BA | $900 |
| Sugar Wood | 2 BR Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ava, MO and Nearby
As of June 13, 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 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Excelsior Gardens Apartments starting at $1,115 with a $1.12 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 |
| Excelsior Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Sugar Wood | Remodeled 2 BR Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Ozark South Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Ozark Mountain Crossing Apartments | Ozark 2 Bed/2 Bath Apartment Available! | 2BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Quail Ridge East Apartments | Quail Ridge 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Concord Manor Apartments | Concord 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Catalpa East | Catalpa 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments | 1x1.5 | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ava Apartments
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 Hawthorn Suites Apartments and starts from $1,464.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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