
Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $1,195 (6 Rentals)
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Downtown Springfield, Springfield, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Springfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Springfield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,480 | $1,195 | $1,950 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Springfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Springfield area of Springfield, MO is a 4 Beds unit found at The U at Park East priced from $630. The Sterling has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $835. Here are the most affordable Downtown Springfield apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The U at Park East | 4BR/4BA - The Drake | 4BR,4BA | $630 |
| The Sterling | Studio - The Sansone | Studio,1BA | $835 |
| Cresco | Studio - Hubble | Studio,1BA | $860 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Springfield, MO
As of August 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Springfield area is the $0.80 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at Palace Hotel Lofts in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Downtown Springfield apartment is the C2 | Three Bedroom Model at Vue on Walnut | Student Housing starting at $839 with a $0.61 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palace Hotel Lofts | 4BR/2.0BA | 4BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| Vue on Walnut | Student Housing | C2 | Three Bedroom | 3BR,3BA | $0.61 |
| Artifacts Warehouse | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| Stove Works Lofts | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Union Biscuit Warehouse, LLC | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| The 505 (MO) | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.71 |
| Wilhoit Plaza Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Sky Eleven | 2BR/2BA - Gillioz | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| 400 Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The U at Park East | 2BR/2BA - The Sixty-One | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Springfield
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Springfield?
There are currently 53 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Springfield, MO with pricing that ranges from $550 to $10,118. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Springfield ranging from $1,195 to $1,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Springfield?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Springfield ranges from $1,195 to $1,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,480.
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