
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Phelps Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $600 (12 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Phelps area of Springfield.


SoEl District Lofts

Bears Tower

Magers Management - Student Housing

504 Cherry St

432 E Harrison St
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510 E Harrison

The M @ 414

Springfield Commons

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Jenny Lind Hall

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Phelps, Springfield, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Phelps?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phelps Studio Apartments | $891 | $700 | $945 |
| Phelps 1 Bedroom Apartments | $864 | $720 | $1,149 |
| Phelps 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,183 | $820 | $1,399 |
| Phelps 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,479 | $1,115 | $1,699 |
| Phelps 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $1,960 | $1,980 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Phelps Neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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Cheapest Available Phelps Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Phelps area of Springfield, MO is a Studio unit found at Beartown Flats priced from $700. Bear Garden Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here are the most affordable Phelps apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beartown Flats | Upgraded Studio | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| Bear Garden Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath Premium | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Boomer Town Studios | Scotsman-Furnished | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Bears Tower | Tower C, July 1st | 2BR,2BA | $1,170 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Phelps, MO
As of June 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Phelps area is the $1.09 price per square foot Tower A, August 1st Model at Bears Tower in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,960. The second greatest value Phelps apartment is the 2x1 Model at Bear Paw Commons starting at $599 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Phelps apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bears Tower | Tower A, August 1st | 4BR,4BA | $1.09 |
| Bear Paw Commons | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Bear Village | Four Bedroom | 4BR,4BA | $1.16 |
| Bear Garden Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Beartown Flats | Renovated Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
| Boomer Town Studios | Scotsman-Furnished | Studio ,1BA | $2.29 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Phelps Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Phelps?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Phelps is under $1,170.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Phelps?
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 8 regular apartments in Phelps that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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