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1009 E Walnut St

2354 N Pierce Ave

1021 E Blaine St

622 W High St

1722 N Fremont Ave

741 W College St

1507 W Webster St

2327 N Travis Ave
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1429 N Wabash Ave

1433 N Wabash Ave

2027 S Ingram Mill Rd

1632 N Irving Ave

911 S Newton Ave

2100 W Lee St

1816 W Scott St

2409 W High St
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1402 E Commercial St

946 W Poplar St

313 Park Central E

1406 W Calhoun St

1464 N Johnston Ave

946 S Missouri Ave

946 S Missouri Ave

1505 E McDaniel St

1428 S Jefferson Ave

1418 N Western Ave

2347 N Lyon Ave

2149 N National Ave
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1164 S Oak Park Dr

1505 E McDaniel St

1428 S Jefferson Ave

202 E Swiss Ln Ct

213 E Swiss Ln Ct

926 W Lombard St

849 S Newton Ave

3050 S Franklin Ave

1126 W Locust St

925 N Homewood Ave
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1147 E Elm St

2728 N Fremont Ave

2219 N Bolivar Rd

1500 E Lindberg St

2127 N Grace Ave

913 N Main St

1458 E North St

1622 W Scott St
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1317 N Sherman Ave

405 E Jackson St

512 S Florence Ave
Springfield, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Springfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Springfield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,188 | $795 | $2,300 |
Springfield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,578 | $895 | $5,000 |
Springfield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,327 | $1,200 | $3,995 |
Springfield 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,519 | $1,750 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Springfield, MO
Pricing Updated: 08/29/2025Current apartment rentals in the Springfield, MO area range in price from $450 to $5,000 with an overall median price of $2,084. The three Springfield neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Northwest Springfield at $825, Walnut Street at $620, and Fairfield Acres at $450. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Springfield Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Northwest Springfield | $850 | $825 | 2 |
Walnut Street | $1,200 | $620 | 6 |
Fairfield Acres | $1,245 | $450 | 3 |
West Central | $1,250 | $750 | 13 |
Partners Of NW Springfield | $1,395 | $895 | 3 |
Southern Hills | $1,395 | $800 | 4 |
Midtown Springfield | $1,595 | $995 | 1 |
Central | $1,740 | $620 | 12 |
Northeast | $1,750 | $620 | 18 |
Woodland Heights | $1,895 | $450 | 36 |
Cheapest Available Springfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Springfield, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Markwood in the Central neighborhood priced from $500. Park East - The Sterling in the Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $550. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Springfield apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Markwood | Markwood 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $500 |
Park East - The Sterling | The Rathskellar | 3BR,3BA | $550 |
North Terrace Apartments | 2 x 1 Small | 2BR,1BA | $575 |
Village Club | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Park East - Cresco | Glass | 2BR,2BA | $615 |
Forest Cove Apartments | 2x1 - Forest Cove | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
Oak Place | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
El Madrid | El Madrid Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
Seminole North Apartments | Seminole North 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Southwinds Apartments | Southwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Springfield, MO
As of August 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Springfield area is the $0.78 price per square foot Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Embassy Ozark in the starting from $900. The second greatest value Springfield apartment is the Campus Court 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome Model at Campus Court starting at $795 with a $0.72 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Embassy Ozark | Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
Campus Court | Campus Court 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
Town & Country Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.91 |
The 505 (MO) | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.78 |
TSH | TSH 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
712 Flats | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.85 |
Southwinds Apartments | Southwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
Beartown Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.69 |
North Terrace Apartments | 2 x 1 Small | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
Village Club | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Springfield
What type of rentals are currently available in Springfield?
There are currently 607 Apartments for Rent in Springfield, MO with pricing that ranges from $499 to $5,185. There are also 192 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Springfield ranging from $450 to $5,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Springfield?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Springfield ranges from $450 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,684.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Springfield?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Springfield range from $550 to $5,185, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $499.
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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.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Written by: Marie Brown
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