Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Westside Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $390 (63 Rentals)

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property at 1073 S Grant Ave
$868 - $1,067
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1073 S Grant Ave

SpringfieldMO65807
property at 3861 W Univ St
$875 - $1,250
Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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3861 W Univ St

SpringfieldMO65807
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Franciscan Villa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Franciscan Villa

620 W Scott StSpringfield, MO 65802
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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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Broad-Lo
1 Bedroom Apartments

Broad-Lo

1010 W Locust StSpringfield, MO 65803
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True North
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

True North

865 S Douglas AveSpringfield, MO 65806

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711 N Weaver Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

711 N Weaver Ave

711 N Weaver AveSpringfield, MO 65802

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

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Westside, Springfield, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Westside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Westside area of Springfield, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Markwood priced from $550. Oakwood Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Westside apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MarkwoodMarkwood 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$550
Oakwood Townhomes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$700
845 S Market Ave, Springfield MO0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$750
Sherwood Village ApartmentsStudio-P1Studio,1BA$807
The Field1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$915
Delmar Meadows2 BR2BR,1BA$1,037
Highland Park Apartments1 Bedroom - Remodeled1BR,1BA$1,087
The Wayfarer in the Dale1 Bed B - Ground Floor/Patio1BR,1BA$1,125
Marion Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,183
Coryell Crossing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,195

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Westside, MO

As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Westside area is the $0.80 price per square foot 4BR/2.0BA Model at Palace Hotel Lofts in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Westside apartment is the 4 Bedroom Model at Coryell Crossing starting at $1,580 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Northwest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Westside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Palace Hotel Lofts4BR/2.0BA4BR,2BA$0.80
Coryell Crossing4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.01
Forest Park Townhomes3 Bed, 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$0.91
Heatherwood Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.12
Parkway Townhouses3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.18
Artifacts Warehouse3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.13
Marion Park Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.96
Scenic Station Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.09
Oakwood Townhomes1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.08
MarkwoodMarkwood 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$0.95

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Westside, Springfield, MO

Ranked #29

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Westside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Westside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Westside is under $1,195.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Westside?

The cheapest apartment in Westside is Markwood which is listed at $550, while the average apartment in Westside costs $1,220.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Westside?

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 8 regular apartments in Westside 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 Westside?

Cheap apartments in Westside have an average cost of $1,335 which is $0 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Westside.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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

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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.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.