
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Walnut Street Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $500 (25 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Walnut Street area of Springfield.


Aspen Springfield

1243 E Cherry St, Unit 203

1243 E Cherry St, Unit 402-D

Bear Garden Apartments

El Madrid
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El Chaparral Apartments

1722 E Cherry St, Unit 8

Spirit of St. Louis

East Manor Apartments

1258 E Elm St, Unit 13

1234 E McDaniel St, Unit 4
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1750 E Cherry St, Unit 1722

1722 E Cherry St, Unit 444

1234 E Elm St, Unit 1242

Regency Tower

1420 E Cherry St, Unit CH 4

Elm Crest - 1435 E. Elm
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The Courtyard on Walnut

Embassy Apartments

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H & T Apartments
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Cherry Plaza
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 | $749 | $720 | $825 |
| Walnut Street 1 Bedroom Apartments | $842 | $535 | $1,200 |
| Walnut Street 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,030 | $760 | $1,525 |
| Walnut Street 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,254 | $660 | $1,875 |
| Walnut Street 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $599 | $2,598 |
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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. Spirit of St. Louis has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $760. 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 |
| Spirit of St. Louis | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $760 |
| Bear Garden Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath Premium | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| Cherry Plaza | 2 Bedroom Units Available - Close to Downtown &... | 2BR,2BA | $800 |
| Walnut Home - Behind Greek Row! | B - 3 Bed 3 Bath, July 1 | 3BR,2BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Walnut Street, MO
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Walnut Street area is the $1.17 price per square foot C 4 bed 4 bath, Aug 1 Model at Walnut Home - Behind Greek Row! in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Walnut Street apartment is the 1420 E Cherry St Model at 1420 E Cherry St, Unit CH 4 starting at $900 with a $1.20 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, Aug 1 | 4BR,4BA | $1.17 |
| 1420 E Cherry St, Unit CH 4 | 1420 E Cherry St | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Cherry Plaza | 2 Bedroom Units Available - Close to Downtown &... | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Bear Garden Apartments | 1 bed, 1 bath Premium | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Aspen Springfield | 2 Bedroom - Frisco A | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| Spirit of St. Louis | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| East Cherry Flats | East Cherry Flats | 4BR,4BA | $6.50 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWalnut Street, Springfield, MO
Ranked #35
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 $760, while the average apartment in Walnut Street costs $1,440.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Walnut Street?
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 16 regular apartments in Walnut Street that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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 $582 which is $858 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Walnut Street.
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