Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $500 (19 Rentals)

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512 S Main Ave

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Lumen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lumen

728 E Walnut StSpringfield, MO 65806

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Walnut Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Apartments

700-720 E Walnut StSpringfield, MO 65806
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Stove Works Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Stove Works Lofts

505 N Jefferson AveSpringfield, MO 65806
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Founders Park Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Founders Park Lofts

331 E Water StSpringfield, MO 65806
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Pinnacle on the Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinnacle on the Park

525 S Campbell AveSpringfield, MO 65806
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Brewery District Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brewery District Flats

535 W Walnut StSpringfield, MO 65806
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Downtown Springfield, Springfield, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Springfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Springfield area of Springfield, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Embassy Apartments priced from $699. SoEl District Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Downtown Springfield apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Embassy Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath! Embassy Apartments - Close to MS...1BR,1BA$699
SoEl District LoftsStudio/1 Bath/Floorplan BStudio,1BA$799
Wilhoit Plaza LoftsStudioStudio,1BA$840
400 Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Heer's Luxury Living LoftsOpen 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Springfield, MO

As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Springfield area is the $1.13 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Artifacts Warehouse Lofts in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,470. The second greatest value Downtown Springfield apartment is the 2 Bedroom A Model at Heer's Luxury Living Lofts starting at $1,568 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Artifacts Warehouse Lofts3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.13
Heer's Luxury Living Lofts2 Bedroom A2BR,2BA$1.45
The 505 (MO)2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.74
Wilhoit Plaza LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$0.90
SoEl District Lofts2 Bed/1.5 Bath with Loft/DELUXE2BR,1.5BA$2.39
400 Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Embassy Apartments1 Bed/1 Bath! Embassy Apartments - Close to MS...1BR,1BA$1.04
Pinnacle on the Park1x11BR,1BA$1.59
Vue on Walnut | Student HousingS1 | StudioStudio ,1BA$2.72

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Springfield, Springfield, MO

Ranked #36

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Springfield Neighborhood in Springfield, MO

Walk Score®

90 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

84 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Springfield Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Springfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Springfield is under $1,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Springfield?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Springfield is Embassy Apartments which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in Downtown Springfield costs $1,480.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Springfield?

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 27 regular apartments in Downtown Springfield 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 Downtown Springfield?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Springfield have an average cost of $553 which is $927 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Springfield.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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