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Springfield, MO

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Experience a unique blend of small-town charm and big-city bustle

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Welcome to Springfield, Missouri, where small-city convenience meets Ozark Mountain charm. As the "Queen City of the Ozarks," Springfield offers an array of rental options from downtown lofts to suburban apartments. The rental market remains affordable, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $862 monthly, showing a 4.5% annual increase. The historic Rountree district features character-rich streets, while University Heights and Phelps Grove offer a mix of classic and contemporary housing options near Missouri State University's campus.

Downtown Springfield centers around Park Central Square, home to the restored 1926 Gillioz Theatre. The Springfield Botanical Gardens at Nathanael Greene Park includes the Mizumoto Japanese Stroll Garden, offering peaceful walks among traditional landscaping. The city houses the Bass Pro Shops national headquarters and the connected Wonders of Wildlife Museum & Aquarium. With Missouri State University's campus and major healthcare providers CoxHealth and Mercy, residents enjoy access to education and medical facilities. Springfield's claim to fame as the birthplace of Route 66 is celebrated through historic markers downtown and an annual festival. The city's location in the Ozarks provides easy access to regional trails and lakes while maintaining the conveniences of city living.

Explore the City

The Tumbler is an iconic art installation in Downtown Springfield that is rotated seasonally.

Elaborate queen anne and victorian homes sit side by side along historic Walnut Street in Springfield.

Springfields Gillioz Theater is a historical site with big name shows throughout the year.

Rent Trends

As of February 2026, the average apartment rent in Springfield, MO is $872 for a studio, $907 for one bedroom, $1,070 for two bedrooms, and $1,479 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Springfield has increased by 3.4% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$907/month
655 Sq Ft
House
$1,549/month
1,337 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,031/month
906 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Springfield, MO is 8.6% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Springfield is 12.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $875 - $1,479. You can expect to pay 5.5% less for groceries, 20.5% less for utilities, and 10.6% less for transportation.

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Transportation

47

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

52

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Walt Disney Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

568 Students

Sequiota Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

344 Students

David Harrison Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

288 Students

Horace Mann Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

398 Students

Hickory Hills Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

353 Students

Hickory Hills Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

414 Students

Cherokee Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

758 Students

Carver Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

695 Students

Central High

Public

Grades 6-12

1,464 Students

Pershing Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

704 Students

Kickapoo High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,881 Students

Glendale High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,307 Students

Central High

Public

Grades 6-12

1,464 Students

Parkview High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,234 Students

Hillcrest High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,017 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Wonders of Wildlife
  • Discovery Center of Springfield
  • Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center
  • Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park
  • Springfield Conservation Nature Center

Airports

  • Springfield-Branson Ntl

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.