
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Central Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $300 (243 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Outer Central Springfield area of Springfield.


1243 E Cherry St, Unit 305

Campus Court

Markwood

Harvard

Concord Manor Apartments

916 N Kansas Expy

Aspen Springfield

Oak Place

Village Club
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Forest Cove Apartments

2237 N Missouri Ave, Unit 3

Pebblecreek

Eastview Apartments

Scotsdale

520 S Scenic Ave

Cresco

Cobblestone Village, 55+ Community

Grandview Village

Quail Ridge East Apartments
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Northgate Apartments

Seminole

Hillcrest 90

English Village II

Oakwood Townhomes

Seminole North Apartments

Rosewood Village

411 W Commercial St, Unit 411-1

English Village

Timbers
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Southwinds Apartments

El Chaparral Apartments

El Madrid

Greenway Studios

The Pavilion on Battlefield

Lombard Heights Apartments

Moon City Lofts

Cherry Lane

Chace Place

Briarwood Village
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Villages at Nathanael Greene

2850 N Campbell Ave

The Greens at Springfield

Old Monterey Apartments

Park57

309 S Jefferson Ave, Unit 211

309 S Jefferson Ave, Unit 005

Gazebo Apartments

East Manor Apartments

Town and Campus
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Outer Central Springfield, Springfield, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Central Springfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Central Springfield Studio Apartments | $988 | $575 | $2,499 |
| Outer Central Springfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,022 | $505 | $3,000 |
| Outer Central Springfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,149 | $575 | $3,640 |
| Outer Central Springfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,436 | $609 | $4,199 |
| Outer Central Springfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,174 | $550 | $3,235 |
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There are currently 243 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Outer Central Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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Cheapest Available Outer Central Springfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Central Springfield area of Springfield, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at North Terrace Apartments priced from $575. Aspen Springfield has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable Outer Central Springfield apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Terrace Apartments | 2 x 1 Small | 2BR,1BA | $575 |
| Aspen Springfield | 4 Bedroom - Boulder A | 4BR,4BA | $599 |
| Oak Place | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Forest Cove Apartments | 2x1 - Forest Cove | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
| The U at Park East | 3BR/3BA - The Andres | 3BR,3BA | $625 |
| Eastview Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Cresco | 2BR/2BA - Glass | 2BR,2BA | $655 |
| Grandview Village | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Quail Ridge East Apartments | Quail Ridge Studio | Studio,1BA | $675 |
| Seminole | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Central Springfield, MO
As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Central Springfield area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3 bed 3 bath, July 1 Model at Bear Place in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,485. The second greatest value Outer Central Springfield apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at South Valley Apartments starting at $1,099 with a $0.92 price per square foot in the Southwest Springfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Central Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Place | 3 bed 3 bath, July 1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.99 |
| South Valley Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Sugar Wood | Remodeled 2 BR Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| 308 Madison | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Village Club | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| English Village II | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Rosewood Village | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| English Village | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| North Terrace Apartments | 2 x 1 Small | 2BR,1BA | $0.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Central Springfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Outer Central Springfield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Outer Central Springfield is at Eastview Apartments listed at $650.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Central Springfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Central Springfield Apartment is $600 at Oak Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Central Springfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Central Springfield is starting from $575 at North Terrace Apartments.
What is the most affordable Outer Central Springfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Outer Central Springfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The U at Park East and starts from $625.
Expert Rental Resources
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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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