Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Southwest Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $400 (81 Rentals)

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Outer Southwest Springfield, Springfield, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Southwest Springfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Southwest Springfield area of Springfield, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Markwood priced from $500. Delmar Meadows has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Outer Southwest Springfield apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MarkwoodMarkwood 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$500
Delmar Meadows2 BR2BR,1BA$675
Southwinds ApartmentsSouthwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
TimbersTimbers 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
712 Flats1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$720
True North2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR,1BA$750
The Field1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$755
Chardonnay ApartmentsChardonnay - The Argonne1BR,1BA$775
Gazebo Apartments1 Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$775
Scotsdale2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Southwest Springfield, MO

As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Southwest Springfield area is the $1.01 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Coryell Crossing in the in the Northwest neighborhood starting from $1,580. The second greatest value Outer Southwest Springfield apartment is the 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model at Forest Park Townhomes starting at $1,495 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Northwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Southwest Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Coryell Crossing4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.01
Forest Park Townhomes3 Bed, 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$0.98
South Valley Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.92
Campus CourtCampus Court 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome2BR,1BA$0.72
Chesterfield Village3 Bedroom, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.90
Stonewood ApartmentsStonewood 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.95
Delmar Meadows2 BR2BR,1BA$0.82
712 Flats1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$0.88
Southwinds ApartmentsSouthwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.86
MarkwoodMarkwood 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.87

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Outer Southwest Springfield, Springfield, MO

Ranked #6

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

This website compares millions of points of data to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Southwestern Springfield, MO. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Outer Southwest Springfield Neighborhood in Springfield, MO

Walk Score®

47 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some 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 Outer Southwest Springfield Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Outer Southwest Springfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Outer Southwest Springfield is under $795.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Southwest Springfield?

The cheapest apartment in Outer Southwest Springfield is Markwood which is listed at $500, while the average apartment in Outer Southwest Springfield costs $1,585.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Southwest 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 7 regular apartments in Outer Southwest 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 Outer Southwest Springfield?

Cheap apartments in Outer Southwest Springfield have an average cost of $172 which is $1,413 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Southwest 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

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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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