
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MO from $500 (50 Rentals)
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Aspen Springfield

Oak Place

Cresco

Grandview Village

Northgate Apartments

Hillcrest 90

El Chaparral Apartments

Greenway Studios

Moon City Lofts
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The Greens at Springfield

East Manor Apartments

Wilhoit Plaza Lofts

Forest Cove North Apartments

Orchard Park Apartments

Coryell Courts Apartments

Spirit of St. Louis

Beartown Flats

Megan Lane Apartments

SoEl District Lofts
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Silver Springs

400 Place

Fulbright Heights

Parkwood Apartments

Bears Tower

Embassy Apartments

2213 N Campbell Ave

2234 N Travis Ave

1410 W Atlantic St

Cherry Plaza
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413 E Doxey St

1711 W Florida St

2346 N Kellett Ave

2115 N Grace Ave

1911 W Elm St

2034 N Washington Ave

531-B N Oak Grove Ave

511 N Wall St

2120 N Johnston Ave

1628 W Scott St
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2348 N Campbell Ave

1147 E Elm St

601 N National Ave

1104 S Oak Park Dr

1603 E Dale St

1027 W Florida St

2230 N Campbell Ave

735 South Ave

Artifacts Warehouse Lofts

317 E Chase St
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Brighton, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brighton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brighton Studio Apartments | $942 | $685 | $1,415 |
| Brighton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,102 | $505 | $3,000 |
| Brighton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,091 | $575 | $3,277 |
| Brighton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $609 | $2,555 |
| Brighton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $550 | $2,598 |
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Cheapest Available Brighton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brighton, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at North Terrace Apartments in the Northeast neighborhood priced from $575. Aspen Springfield in the Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $599. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brighton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Terrace Apartments | 2 x 1 Small | 2BR,1BA | $575 |
| Aspen Springfield | 4 Bedroom - Boulder A | 4BR,4BA | $599 |
| Oak Place | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| The U at Park East | 3BR/3BA - The Andres | 3BR,3BA | $625 |
| Cresco | 2BR/2BA - Glass | 2BR,2BA | $655 |
| Grandview Village | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Greens at Springfield | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| The Sterling | Studio - The Miller | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Hillcrest 90 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Cherry Plaza | 2 Bedroom Units Available - Close to Downtown &... | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, MO and Nearby
As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $1.11 price per square foot Tower A, August 1st Model at Bears Tower in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the C - 4 Bed/4 Bath July 1st Model at Walnut Home - Behind Greek Row! starting at $1,980 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brighton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bears Tower | Tower A, August 1st | 4BR,4BA | $1.11 |
| Walnut Home - Behind Greek Row! | C - 4 Bed/4 Bath July 1st | 4BR,4BA | $1.10 |
| Summit Park | 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.97 |
| Parkway Townhouses | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Parkwood Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Hillcrest 90 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| North Terrace Apartments | 2 x 1 Small | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Cherry Plaza | 2 Bedroom Units Available - Close to Downtown &... | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| 400 Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Grandview Village | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brighton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brighton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brighton is at The Sterling listed at $755.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brighton Apartment is $600 at Oak Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brighton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brighton is starting from $575 at North Terrace Apartments.
What is the most affordable Brighton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Brighton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The U at Park East and starts from $625.
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