Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Central Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $400 (36 Rentals)

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638 S Campbell Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

638 S Campbell Ave

638 S Campbell AveSpringfield, MO 65806
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Lumen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lumen

728 E Walnut StSpringfield, MO 65806
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Jenny Lind Hall
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jenny Lind Hall

711 S Jefferson AveSpringfield, MO 65806
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The M @ 414
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The M @ 414

414 E Monroe StSpringfield, MO 65806
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Stove Works Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Stove Works Lofts

505 N Jefferson AveSpringfield, MO 65806
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920 S Campbell Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

920 S Campbell Ave

920 S Campbell AveSpringfield, MO 65806
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Springfield Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Springfield Commons

728 S Jefferson AveSpringfield, MO 65806
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Founders Park Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Founders Park Lofts

331 E Water StSpringfield, MO 65806
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True North
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

True North

865 S Douglas AveSpringfield, MO 65806

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Walnut Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walnut Apartments

700-720 E Walnut StSpringfield, MO 65806
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711 N Weaver Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

711 N Weaver Ave

711 N Weaver AveSpringfield, MO 65802
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308 Madison
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

308 Madison

308 E Madison StSpringfield, MO 65806
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Pinnacle on the Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinnacle on the Park

525 S Campbell AveSpringfield, MO 65806
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Brewery District Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brewery District Flats

535 W Walnut StSpringfield, MO 65806
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West Central, Springfield, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Central Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Central area of Springfield, MO is a 3 Beds unit found at The U at Park East priced from $625. Cresco has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $655. Here are the most affordable West Central apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The U at Park East3BR/3BA - The Andres3BR,3BA$625
Cresco2BR/2BA - Glass2BR,2BA$655
The SterlingStudio - The MillerStudio,1BA$755
308 Madison2/12BR,1BA$825
Pinnacle on the Park1x11BR,1BA$866
Beartown FlatsRenovated StudioStudio,1BA$895
The Wayfarer in the DaleStudioStudio,1BA$900
Sky Eleven1BR/1BA - Hunt1BR,1BA$909
400 Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Wilhoit Plaza Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$990

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Central, MO

As of May 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Central area is the $1.11 price per square foot Tower A, August 1st Model at Bears Tower in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value West Central apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Parkway Townhouses starting at $1,595 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Central apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bears TowerTower A, August 1st4BR,4BA$1.11
Parkway Townhouses3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.18
Forest Park Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
Heer's Luxury Living2 Bedroom ADA2BR,2BA$1.44
308 Madison2/12BR,1BA$0.87
400 Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Sky Eleven1BR/1BA - Hunt1BR,1BA$1.48
Bear Paw Commons2x12BR,1BA$1.07
Bear VillageFour Bedroom4BR,4BA$1.16
617 S. Campbell424 W. Mt. Vernon1BR,1BA$1.45

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Learn the property manager's true secrets to a zero-deduction move-out. Use this step-by-step guide on documentation, cleaning, and lease-reading to reclaim your security deposit.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Central, Springfield, MO

Ranked #24

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Central Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Central?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Central is under $990.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Central?

The cheapest apartment in West Central is Pinnacle on the Park which is listed at $866, while the average apartment in West Central costs $2,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Central?

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 73 regular apartments in West Central 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 West Central?

Cheap apartments in West Central have an average cost of $624 which is $1,876 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Central.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.