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Outer Southwest University, Little Rock, AR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Southwest University Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Southwest University area of Little Rock, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at Towne Oaks Apartments priced from $645. Residences at Overlook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Outer Southwest University apartments for rent in Little Rock, AR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Towne Oaks ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$645
Residences at OverlookThe Mesa1BR,1BA$650
The Cottages Apartments1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$669
Bowman Heights ApartmentsA1 - Pine1BR,1BA$675
Westbridge ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$675
The Waterford ApartmentsS1 - WaterfordStudio,1BA$680
De Soto Park Apartments1/1.001BR,1BA$700
Northwest Hills Apartments1 Bedroom - Original1BR,1BA$740
Woodridge Crossing1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$775
The CanopyA2 R1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southwest University, AR

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Southwest University area is the $0.86 price per square foot The Hearth Model at Sturbridge in the in the Ward 4 neighborhood starting from $1,160. The second greatest value Outer Southwest University apartment is the Model 2B Model at The Cedars at Wellington Lake starting at $1,240 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Ward 5 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Southwest University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
SturbridgeThe Hearth3BR,2.5BA$0.86
The Cedars at Wellington LakeModel 2B2BR,2BA$1.13
Breckenridge ApartmentsOld State House2BR,1.5BA$0.89
Westbridge ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$0.87
De Soto Park Apartments1/1.001BR,1BA$0.95
Whisperwood TownhomesTownhome 2 BR 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21
The Cottages Apartments1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$0.93
The CanopyA2 R1BR,1BA$1.19
Residences at OverlookThe Mesa1BR,1BA$1.18
Towne Oaks ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.17

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Outer Southwest University, Little Rock, AR

Ranked #9

Among cities in Arkansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across Arkansas including Outer Southwest University, Little Rock, and the greater Little Rock area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Southwest University Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Southwest University?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Southwest University is at The Waterford Apartments listed at $680.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Southwest University Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Southwest University Apartment is $645 at Towne Oaks Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Southwest University Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Southwest University is starting from $810 at Breckenridge Apartments.

What is the most affordable Outer Southwest University Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Outer Southwest University Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Westbridge Apartments and starts from $925.

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