
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northwest Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $300 (43 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Northwest area of Springfield.


Oakwood Townhomes

916 N Kansas Expy

1327 N Robberson Ave

Cresco

Timbers

Northgate Apartments

Southwinds Apartments
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Orchard Park Apartments

The Field

309 S Jefferson Ave

625 W Lynn St

Market Street

TSH

Stonewood Apartments

Sherwood Village Apartments
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1335-1335 W Mt Vernon St

Wilhoit Plaza Lofts

Coryell Crossing

Scenic Meadows

The Vibe Crossing

Southwinds East

505 W Grand St

The Wayfarer in the Dale
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Sugarwood

638 S Campbell Ave

2017-2022 W College St

Broad-Lo

Jenny Lind Hall

Stove Works Lofts

The M @ 414

Delmar Meadows
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920 S Campbell Ave

Oak Terrace

Springfield Commons

Founders Park Lofts

True North

Clifton Heights Apartments

711 N Weaver Ave

Lodges at Kensington Park
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Eko Park Apartments

Pinnacle on the Park

Brewery District Flats
Northwest, Springfield, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northwest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northwest Studio Apartments | $888 | $675 | $1,655 |
| Northwest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,055 | $500 | $3,000 |
| Northwest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,173 | $615 | $3,768 |
| Northwest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $609 | $3,125 |
| Northwest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $710 | $550 | $1,740 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 43 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Northwest Neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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Cheapest Available Northwest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Northwest area of Springfield, MO is a 3 Beds unit found at The U at Park East priced from $625. Cresco has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $655. Here are the most affordable Northwest apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The U at Park East | 3BR/3BA - The Andres | 3BR,3BA | $625 |
| Cresco | 2BR/2BA - Glass | 2BR,2BA | $655 |
| Northgate Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $685 |
| Southwinds Apartments | Southwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Timbers | Timbers 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $695 |
| Orchard Park Apartments | Studio B | Studio,1BA | $748 |
| True North | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Field | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $755 |
| The Sterling | Studio - The Miller | Studio,1BA | $755 |
| Sherwood Village Apartments | Studio-P2 | Studio,1BA | $798 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northwest, MO
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northwest area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model at Forest Park Townhomes in the in the Northwest neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Northwest apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Parkway Townhouses starting at $1,595 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northwest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Townhomes | 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
| Parkway Townhouses | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Eko Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Scenic Meadows | Two Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Southwinds Apartments | Southwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| The Field | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| 400 Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Coryell Crossing | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.40 |
| Timbers | Timbers 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Bear Paw Commons | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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3.5Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Springfield, MO. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northwest Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Northwest?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Northwest is under $798.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Northwest?
The cheapest apartment in Northwest is Southwinds Apartments which is listed at $695, while the average apartment in Northwest costs $2,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Northwest?
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 51 regular apartments in Northwest 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 Northwest?
Cheap apartments in Northwest have an average cost of $351 which is $1,899 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Northwest.
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