
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southeast Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $300 (120 Rentals)
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Campus Court

Concord Manor Apartments

Village Club

Forest Cove Apartments

Scotsdale

Eastview Apartments

1243 E Cherry St, Unit 203

1243 E Cherry St, Unit 402-D

Cobblestone Village, 55+ Community
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Quail Ridge East Apartments

Beartown Flats

Rosewood Village

Seminole

El Madrid

Southwinds Apartments

Timbers

El Chaparral Apartments

Seminole North Apartments

Lombard Heights Apartments
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1722 E Cherry St, Unit 8

826-830 S Link Ave

Cherry Lane

Briarwood Village

Fairway

610 W State St

Old Monterey Apartments

Town and Campus

Galloway Creek

Lakewood Village
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Gazebo Apartments

1258 E Elm St, Unit 13

The Falcon of Southern Hills Apartments

TSH

Chardonnay Apartments

Market Street

Trails End Apartments

613 W Madison St

Stonewood Apartments

Campbell Flats
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Catalpa East

Stoneridge Apartments

Fremont Landing

Polo Club

1330 E Elm St, Unit #3

2561 South Pl

Boomer Town Studios

The Columns Apartments

1234 E Elm St, Unit 1242

1940 Place
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Southeast Springfield, Springfield, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southeast Springfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southeast Springfield Studio Apartments | $1,027 | $595 | $2,499 |
| Southeast Springfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,011 | $550 | $3,145 |
| Southeast Springfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,250 | $625 | $3,915 |
| Southeast Springfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,164 | $995 | $5,785 |
| Southeast Springfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,192 | $1,980 | $2,598 |
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There are currently 120 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southeast Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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Cheapest Available Southeast Springfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southeast Springfield area of Springfield, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at Forest Cove Apartments priced from $625. Seminole has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here are the most affordable Southeast Springfield apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Cove Apartments | 2x1 - Forest Cove | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
| Seminole | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $715 |
| Eastview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Briarwood Village | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Fairway | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Old Monterey Apartments | Alpine One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $792 |
| Lakewood Village | Studio | Studio,1BA | $795 |
| Cherry Plaza | 2 Bedroom Units Available - Close to Downtown &... | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
| Gazebo Apartments | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Rosewood Village | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $815 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southeast Springfield, MO
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southeast Springfield area is the $0.95 price per square foot Remodeled 2 BR Townhouse Model at Sugar Wood in the in the Southeast Springfield neighborhood starting from $950. The second greatest value Southeast Springfield apartment is the 2/1 Model at 308 Madison starting at $825 with a $0.87 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southeast Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sugar Wood | Remodeled 2 BR Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| 308 Madison | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Arrowhead | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.97 |
| Quail Ridge East Apartments | Quail Ridge 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Campbell Flats | 1x1.5 | 1BR,1.5BA | $0.95 |
| Rosewood Village | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Fremont Landing | Fremont Landing 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Fairway | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Bear Paw Commons | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southeast Springfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southeast Springfield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southeast Springfield is at Lakewood Village listed at $795.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Springfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southeast Springfield Apartment is $715 at Seminole.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southeast Springfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southeast Springfield is starting from $625 at Forest Cove Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southeast Springfield Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southeast Springfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakewood Village and starts from $1,195.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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