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East Springfield, Springfield, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Springfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Springfield area of Springfield, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Markwood priced from $500. North Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $575. Here are the most affordable East Springfield apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MarkwoodMarkwood 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$500
North Terrace Apartments2 x 1 Small2BR,1BA$575
Broad-Lo1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$600
Village Club1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$600
Forest Cove Apartments2x1 - Forest Cove2BR,1BA$625
Oak Place1 bedroom1BR,1BA$625
Village Club NorthGlen Isle 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$650
El MadridEl Madrid StudioStudio,1BA$675
Seminole North ApartmentsSeminole North 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$675
Southwinds ApartmentsSouthwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Springfield, MO

As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Springfield area is the $0.72 price per square foot Campus Court 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome Model at Campus Court in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $795. The second greatest value East Springfield apartment is the 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH Model at The 505 (MO) starting at $740 with a $0.74 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Campus CourtCampus Court 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$0.72
The 505 (MO)2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.74
Wilhoit Plaza LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$0.90
Village Club NorthGlen Isle 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.72
Village Club2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.81
712 Flats1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$0.88
Southwinds ApartmentsSouthwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.86
Beartown TownhomesTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.69
North Terrace Apartments2 x 1 Small2BR,1BA$0.73
MarkwoodMarkwood 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.87

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East Springfield, Springfield, MO

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Missouri, including Springfield. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, pet-friendly features, places that make kids happy, proximity to transit, and much more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the East Springfield Neighborhood in Springfield, MO

Walk Score®

44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Springfield Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in East Springfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Springfield is under $695.

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

The cheapest apartment in East Springfield is Markwood which is listed at $500, while the average apartment in East Springfield costs $2,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 47 regular apartments in East 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 East Springfield?

Cheap apartments in East Springfield have an average cost of $350 which is $2,150 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East 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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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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.