
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southwest University Neighborhood of Little Rock, AR from $500 (72 Rentals)
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Towne Oaks Apartments

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Westbridge Apartments

Bowman Heights Apartments

14707 Kanis Rd

De Soto Park Apartments

Sturbridge

11015 Mara Lynn Rd

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Westpark Meadows

Eagle Hill I/IV

Eagle Nest

1800 Labette Manor Dr

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Napa Valley

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Lennox

1100 Brookside Dr

3219 Ludwig St

The Vineyards at Napa Valley

Capitol Hill

8901 Tanya Dr

1900 Labette Manor Dr
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11009 Mara Lynn Rd

Bowman Pointe

9019 N Rodney Parham Rd

The Cedars at Wellington Lake

3800 Wilder St

Wimbledon Green

8 Utica Ln

The Lexington Apartments

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Parham Pointe
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3505 Boyd St

The Aubrey

1100 Brookside Dr

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Flats on Foster

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Outer Southwest University, Little Rock, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Southwest University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Southwest University Studio Apartments | $943 | $650 | $1,309 |
| Outer Southwest University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $977 | $600 | $2,285 |
| Outer Southwest University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,192 | $745 | $3,800 |
| Outer Southwest University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $895 | $2,509 |
| Outer Southwest University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,697 | $1,295 | $2,100 |
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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 Residences at the Overlook priced from $600. Towne Oaks Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $645. Here are the most affordable Outer Southwest University apartments for rent in Little Rock, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residences at the Overlook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Towne Oaks Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $645 |
| The Waterford Apartments | S1 - Waterford - Renovated | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Westbridge Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Bowman Heights Apartments | A1 - Pine | 1BR,1BA | $685 |
| Woodridge Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Old State House | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Markham Oaks | Pin Oak-1BR/1Bth | 1BR,1BA | $783 |
| Eagle Hill I/IV | Custom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Eagle Nest | Custom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southwest University, AR
As of January 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Southwest University area is the $1.12 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom (Newly Renovated) Model at Parham Pointe in the in the Ward 3 neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Outer Southwest University apartment is the Antebellum Model at The Lexington Apartments starting at $1,175 with a $1.12 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parham Pointe | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom (Newly Renovated) | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| The Lexington Apartments | Antebellum | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Capitol Hill | Meadowbrook | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Breckenridge Apartments | Old State House | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.85 |
| Sturbridge | The Quarry | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Northwest Hills Apartments | Small 2 Bedroom - Premium | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Westbridge Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Muse | Clay | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Towne Oaks Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Residences at the Overlook | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Southwest University Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Outer Southwest University?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Southwest University is under $795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Southwest University?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Southwest University is Residences at the Overlook which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Outer Southwest University costs $1,697.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Southwest University?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 39 regular apartments in Outer Southwest University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Outer Southwest University?
Cheap apartments in Outer Southwest University have an average cost of $173 which is $1,524 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Southwest University.
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