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property at 2131 W Phelps St
$725
2 Bedroom Rentals
Available Oct 1
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2131 W Phelps St

SpringfieldMO65802

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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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 1 Bed unit found at Markwood priced from $550. 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
MarkwoodMarkwood 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR, 1BA$550
North Terrace Apartments2 x 1 Small2BR, 1BA$575
The U at Park East4BR/4BA - The Drake4BR, 4BA$630
Oakwood Townhomes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR, 1BA$700
2850-2862 S Rogers2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR, 1BA$700
Seminole1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR, 1BA$715
Southwinds ApartmentsSouthwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR, 1BA$725
El MadridEl Madrid 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR, 1BA$725
Seminole North ApartmentsSeminole North 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR, 1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Springfield, MO

As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Springfield area is the $0.91 price per square foot 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model at Forest Park Townhomes in the Northwest neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value West Springfield apartment is the C2 | Three Bedroom Model at Vue on Walnut | Student Housing in the Central neighborhood starting at $839 with a $0.61 price per square foot. 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$0.91
Vue on Walnut | Student HousingC2 | Three Bedroom3BR, 3BA$0.61
Campus CourtCampus Court 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome2BR, 1BA$0.77
TSHTSH 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR, 2BA$0.89
Hillcrest 902 Bedroom2BR, 1BA$0.86
712 Flats2 Beds, 1.5 Baths2BR, 1.5BA$0.85
Southwinds ApartmentsSouthwinds 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR, 1BA$0.90
North Terrace Apartments2 x 1 Small2BR, 1BA$0.73
Sky Eleven2BR/2BA - Gillioz2BR, 2BA$0.90
The U at Park East2BR/2BA - The Sixty-One2BR, 2BA$0.92

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

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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!

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 Markwood which is listed at $550, while the average apartment in West Springfield costs $1,025.

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 91 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 $484 which is $541 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Springfield.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis

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Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.