Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $300 (174 Rentals)

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West Springfield, Springfield, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Springfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Springfield area of Springfield, MO is a 4 Beds unit found at The U at Park East priced from $499. North Terrace Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $575. Here are the most affordable West Springfield apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The U at Park East4BR/4BA - The Drake4BR,4BA$499
North Terrace Apartments2 x 1 Small2BR,1BA$575
Cresco2BR/2BA - Glass2BR,2BA$615
Oak Place1 bedroom1BR,1BA$625
The SterlingStudio - The AngelinaStudio,1BA$660
TimbersTimbers 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Southwinds ApartmentsSouthwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Hillcrest 901 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
Seminole1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$715
Beartown FlatsOriginal One Bedroom1BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Springfield, MO

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Springfield area is the $0.98 price per square foot 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model at Forest Park Townhomes in the in the Northwest neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value West Springfield apartment is the Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom Model at Seasons 3 starting at $1,175 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Southeast Springfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forest Park Townhomes3 Bed, 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$0.98
Seasons 3Two Bedroom, Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.95
South Valley Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.92
The 505 (MO)2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.74
Polo Club2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.94
TSHTSH 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$0.85
Aspen Heights Springfield2x2 Frisco A/B2BR,2BA$0.91
Stonewood ApartmentsStonewood 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.95
Southwinds ApartmentsSouthwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.86
North Terrace Apartments2 x 1 Small2BR,1BA$0.73

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Springfield, Springfield, MO

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including West Springfield, Springfield, and the greater Springfield area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the West Springfield Neighborhood in Springfield, MO

Walk Score®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Springfield Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in West Springfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Springfield is under $725.

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

The cheapest apartment in West Springfield is Oak Place which is listed at $625, while the average apartment in West Springfield costs $2,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Springfield?

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 100 regular apartments in West Springfield 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 Springfield?

Cheap apartments in West Springfield have an average cost of $396 which is $2,104 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Springfield.

Expert Rental Resources

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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