
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southern Hills Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $500 (55 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southern Hills area of Springfield.


Concord Manor Apartments

Village Club

Forest Cove Apartments

Eastview Apartments

Cobblestone Village, 55+ Community

Quail Ridge East Apartments

Rosewood Village

Seminole

Bear Garden Apartments
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Seminole North Apartments

El Chaparral Apartments

El Madrid

Lombard Heights Apartments

Briarwood Village

Fairway

Cherry Lane

Town and Campus

East Manor Apartments

Gazebo Apartments
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The Falcon of Southern Hills Apartments

The Columns Apartments

Trails End Apartments

Galloway Creek

Catalpa East

Stoneridge Apartments

Polo Club

Fremont Landing

Meadowview Apartments

1940 Place
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Regency Tower

Townhomes at Quail Ridge

Boomer Town Studios

Sugar Wood

Delaware on Primrose

The Crossings at East Cherry

Deeswood Village Apartments

Bradford Park

The Magnolia

Cedarstone & Oak Leaf
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Hawthorn Suites Apartments

Heritage

Dryden

Township 28

1325 E Cherry St

Seasons 3

Bear Place

Wynnewood South Apartments

Crosswinds Apartments

Meheli Pines Apartments
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Southern Hills, Springfield, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southern Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southern Hills Studio Apartments | $1,086 | $595 | $2,718 |
| Southern Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,064 | $550 | $2,830 |
| Southern Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,299 | $625 | $3,777 |
| Southern Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,001 | $945 | $5,741 |
| Southern Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,598 | $2,598 | $2,598 |
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There are currently 55 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southern Hills Neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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Cheapest Available Southern Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southern Hills area of Springfield, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Eastview Apartments priced from $740. Briarwood Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Southern Hills apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Briarwood Village | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Fairway | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Bear Garden Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath Premium | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Town and Campus | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Gazebo Apartments | 1 Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Rosewood Village | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $815 |
| Catalpa East | Catalpa 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $845 |
| Fremont Landing | Fremont Landing 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $850 |
| Meadowview Apartments | 2 Beds, 1.5 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southern Hills, MO
As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southern Hills 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 Southern Hills apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom Model at Polo Club starting at $995 with a $1.05 price per square foot in the Southeast Springfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southern Hills 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 |
| Polo Club | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 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 |
| Rosewood Village | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Bradford Park | Bradford Park 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Concord Manor Apartments | Concord 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Fremont Landing | Fremont Landing 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Catalpa East | Catalpa 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Fairway | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southern Hills Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Hills Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southern Hills Apartment is $740 at Eastview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southern Hills Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southern Hills is starting from $815 at Rosewood Village.
What is the most affordable Southern Hills Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southern Hills Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hawthorn Suites Apartments and starts from $2,189.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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