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

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Wynnewood
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wynnewood

3342 E Linwood StSpringfield, MO 65804
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Renshaw Studio Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Renshaw Studio Apartments

2518 State Hwy 176Rockaway Beach, MO 65740
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The Willows
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Willows

413 Doxey StStrafford, MO 65757
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Ava, MO Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Eastview ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$650
Quail Ridge East ApartmentsQuail Ridge StudioStudio,1BA$675
Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments1x1.51BR,1BA$695
Ozark Plantation1x1A1BR,1BA$780
The Studios1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$780
Concord Manor ApartmentsConcord 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$795
The Falcon of Southern Hills ApartmentsMicro StudioStudio,1BA$805
Meadowview Apartments2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1BA$845
Sugar Wood2 BR Townhouse2BR,1BA$900
Deeswood Village Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ben Steele Properties Ozark Houses & DuplexesOzark Homes3BR,2BA$1.07
Southernwood Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.00
Excelsior Gardens Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.10
Sugar WoodRemodeled 2 BR Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$0.95
Ozark South Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.02
DrydenTwo Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom Townhome - Renovated2BR,1.5BA$1.22
Meadowview Apartments2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Shepherd of the Hills Estates Apartments1x1.51BR,1.5BA$0.93
Concord Manor ApartmentsConcord 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.14
Ozark Plantation1x1A1BR,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.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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