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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. The Cottages Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $669. 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
The Cottages Apartments1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$669
Residences At The OverlookPremium 1 Bed, 3rd Floor1BR,1BA$674
Bowman Heights ApartmentsA1 - Pine1BR,1BA$675
Westbridge ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$675
De Soto Park Apartments1/1.001BR,1BA$700
The Waterford ApartmentsS1 - Waterford - RenovatedStudio,1BA$725
Northwest Hills Apartments1 Bedroom - Original1BR,1BA$740
The CanopyA1 R1BR,1BA$750
Breckenridge ApartmentsOld State House2BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southwest University, AR

As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Southwest University area is the $0.83 price per square foot The Riverbend Model at Sturbridge in the in the Ward 4 neighborhood starting from $915. The second greatest value Outer Southwest University apartment is the Victorian Model at The Lexington Apartments starting at $1,100 with a $1.16 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 Riverbend2BR,1.5BA$0.83
The Lexington ApartmentsVictorian2BR,2BA$1.16
Breckenridge ApartmentsOld State House2BR,1.5BA$0.85
Westbridge ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$0.87
De Soto Park Apartments1/1.001BR,1BA$0.95
The Cottages Apartments1 BED 1 BATH1BR,1BA$0.93
MuseClay1BR,1BA$1.15
Residences At The OverlookOne Large Bedroom $7501BR,1BA$1.12
Bowman Heights ApartmentsA1 - Pine1BR,1BA$1.13
Towne Oaks ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1.17

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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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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 $725.

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 $775 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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