
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Central Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $535 (40 Rentals)


Markwood

1243 E Cherry St, Unit 402-D

Bear Garden Apartments

El Chaparral Apartments

Southwinds Apartments

El Madrid

Timbers
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Spirit of St. Louis

610 W State St

East Manor Apartments

1258 E Elm St, Unit 13

Market Street

613 W Madison St

1330 E Elm St, Unit #3, Unit #3

Regency Tower
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1420 E Cherry St, Unit CH 4, Unit CH 4

Cresco

400 Place

Wilhoit Plaza Lofts

The Wayfarer in the Dale

614 S Fremont Ave

638 S Campbell Ave

Elm Crest - 1435 E. Elm
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Lumen

Jenny Lind Hall

The Courtyard on Walnut

King's Apartments

Stove Works Lofts

The M @ 414

Embassy Apartments

Ambassador Apartments
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741 South Ave

Walnut Apartments

H & T Apartments

Founders Park Lofts

301 W State St

Pinnacle on the Park

Brewery District Flats

601 N National Ave
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Central, Springfield, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Studio Apartments | $849 | $720 | $1,113 |
Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $535 | $3,000 |
| Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,140 | $615 | $3,261 |
| Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,324 | $609 | $2,078 |
| Central 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,061 | $550 | $2,598 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral, Springfield, MO
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central is at Spirit of St. Louis listed at $760.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Apartment is $760 at Spirit of St. Louis.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central is starting from $760 at Spirit of St. Louis.
What is the most affordable Central Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Spirit of St. Louis and starts from $760.
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