Cheap Homes for Rent in Southwest Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $700 (24 Rentals)

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property at 451 W Lombard St

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451 W Lombard St

SpringfieldMO65806

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property at 2946 W Latoka St

$1,095

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2946 W Latoka St

SpringfieldMO65807

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Southwest Springfield, Springfield, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Springfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Springfield area of Springfield, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Markwood priced from $500. Timbers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here are the most affordable Southwest Springfield apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MarkwoodMarkwood 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$500
TimbersTimbers 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Beartown FlatsUpgraded StudioStudio,1BA$700
Old Monterey ApartmentsSpanish One Bedroom1BR,1BA$743
Chace Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Springfield, MO

As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Springfield area is the $1.04 price per square foot 2 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Forest Park Townhomes in the in the Northwest neighborhood starting from $1,245. The second greatest value Southwest Springfield apartment is the Duplex Model at Ben Steele Springfield starting at $1,250 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Southwest Springfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forest Park Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
Ben Steele SpringfieldDuplex2BR,2BA$1.04
South Valley Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.92
Fairfield Village2 bedroom Townhomes -Fireplace2BR,1.5BA$1.03
Chesterfield Village3 Bedroom, 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.05
Arrowhead2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.00
449 W Lombard St, Unit C449 W Lombard St2BR,1BA$1.06
Chace Place2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.88
Stonewood ApartmentsStonewood 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.95
MarkwoodMarkwood 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.87

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Springfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Southwest Springfield?

There are currently 291 Apartments for Rent in Southwest Springfield, MO with pricing that ranges from $550 to $9,895. There are also 97 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southwest Springfield ranging from $700 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southwest Springfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southwest Springfield ranges from $700 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,348.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Southwest Springfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Springfield range from $799 to $4,199, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $599.

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.