
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Walnut Street Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $500 (36 Rentals)
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Aspen Springfield

El Chaparral Apartments

El Madrid

East Manor Apartments

1750 E Cherry St, Unit F18

1234 E Elm St, Unit F17

Spirit of St. Louis

1420 E Cherry St, Unit CH 4, Unit CH 4
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614 S Fremont Ave

1234 E Elm St, Unit 303

1325 E Cherry St

Bear Place

Walnut Home - Behind Greek Row!

304 S Hampton Ave

307 S Florence Ave

1046 E Walnut St

1320 E Elm St
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327 S Florence Ave

300 S Hampton Ave

308 S Hampton Ave

315 S Florence Ave

319 S Florence Ave

Elm Crest - 1435 E. Elm

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King's Apartments

Alexandria Apartments
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The Courtyard on Walnut

Embassy Apartments

Bear Garden Apartments

Ambassador Apartments

H & T Apartments

Cherry Plaza

Regency Tower

Walnut Apartments

1147 E Elm St
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Walnut Street, Springfield, MO Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Walnut Street?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Street Studio Apartments | $757 | $725 | $825 |
| Walnut Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $868 | $535 | $1,185 |
| Walnut Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $961 | $760 | $1,200 |
| Walnut Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $660 | $1,875 |
| Walnut Street 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $599 | $2,598 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Walnut Street Neighborhood of Springfield, MO.
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Cheapest Available Walnut Street Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Walnut Street area of Springfield, MO is a 4 Beds unit found at Aspen Springfield priced from $599. Cherry Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Walnut Street apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Springfield | 4 Bedroom - Boulder A | 4BR,4BA | $599 |
| Cherry Plaza | 2 Bedroom Units Available - Close to Downtown &... | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
| Spirit of St. Louis | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Regency Tower | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,205 |
| Walnut Home - Behind Greek Row! | C - 4 Bed/4 Bath July 1st | 4BR,4BA | $1,980 |
| East Cherry Flats | East Cherry Flats | 4BR,4BA | $2,598 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Street, MO
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Walnut Street area is the $1.10 price per square foot C - 4 Bed/4 Bath July 1st Model at Walnut Home - Behind Greek Row! in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,980. The second greatest value Walnut Street apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Regency Tower starting at $1,205 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Walnut Street apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Home - Behind Greek Row! | C - 4 Bed/4 Bath July 1st | 4BR,4BA | $1.10 |
| Regency Tower | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Cherry Plaza | 2 Bedroom Units Available - Close to Downtown &... | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| 1420 E Cherry St, Unit CH 4 | 1420 E Cherry St | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Aspen Springfield | 2 Bedroom - Frisco A | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Spirit of St. Louis | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| East Cherry Flats | East Cherry Flats | 4BR,4BA | $6.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWalnut Street, Springfield, MO
Ranked #36
Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Walnut Street Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Walnut Street?
The cheapest apartment in Walnut Street is Spirit of St. Louis which is listed at $885, while the average apartment in Walnut Street costs $1,980.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Walnut Street?
Cheap apartments in Walnut Street have an average cost of $643 which is $1,337 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Walnut Street.
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