
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Phelps Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $600 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Phelps area of Springfield.


Beartown Flats

Bear Garden Apartments

Boomer Town Studios

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SoEl District Lofts
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1030 E Elm St

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Brentwood Management - 520 Cherry

1001 E Loren St

600 Bear Blvd

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510 E Elm St
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 | $892 | $700 | $945 |
| Phelps 1 Bedroom Apartments | $860 | $679 | $1,179 |
| Phelps 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,231 | $820 | $2,029 |
| Phelps 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,503 | $1,115 | $1,729 |
| Phelps 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,858 | $1,695 | $1,980 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 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 1 Bed unit found at Bear Garden Apartments priced from $770. The Bay has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here are the most affordable Phelps apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bear Garden Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath Premium | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| The Bay | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,400 |
| Beverly Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Phelps, MO
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Phelps area is the $1.48 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Bay in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Phelps apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Beverly Lofts starting at $1,425 with a $1.70 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Beverly Lofts | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 429 E Madison St, Unit 429 E. Madison | 429 E Madison St | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 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 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Phelps Apartments
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 7 regular apartments in Phelps that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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