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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Prime location
  • Modern amenities
  • Washer/dryer hookups
  • Patio/balcony
  • Onsite management

Location

1901 E Walnut St, Columbia, MO 65201, USA|East Walnut
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Stephens Park Apartments

Leasing office

(573) 615-9451 ext. 2

Property Overview

Stephens Park Apartments is highly rated with an overall score of 8.3 from Zumper, indicating an excellent choice for renters. Its competitive pricing, impressive array of modern amenities, and prime location near restaurants and public transit contribute to a high quality of life, supported by strong trustworthiness and transparency from the management. Notable features include patios/balconies and washer/dryer hookups, while the nearby parks and pet supply stores enhance the appeal of the community.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Stephens Park Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Stephens Park Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • More space
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Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

Deluxe 1 Bedroom Apartment Home1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,085 /mo1 unit available
Premium 1 Bedroom Apartment Home1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,195 /mo1 unit available
2 Bd 1 Ba Deluxe2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,295 /mo2 units availableAt the heart of Missouri, Columbia is truly one of America’s greatest college towns. The University of Missouri sits right at the center of the city, and generally serves as the cultural hub for the wider community. Locals, whether connected directly to the university or not, regularly visit campus for sporting events, concerts, gallery exhibitions, lectures, and more. Just north of campus, Downtown Columbia features a thriving mix of coffee shops, restaurants, nightclubs, taverns, and performance venues, largely catering to the huge numbers of students from Mizzou, as well as the smaller Stephens College and Columbia College.
Premium 2 Bedroom Apartment Home2 bed1 bath900 sqft$1,400 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Stephens Park Apartments

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Stove
Range HoodRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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Applicants

One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Stephens Park Apartments

HomeApartments in Columbia Stephens Park Apartments

Stephens Park Apartments in Columbia, MO offers convenient living with a prime location across from Stephens Lake Park. Our spacious apartments feature modern amenities such as a dishwasher, patio/balcony, and washer/dryer hookups for added convenience. With onsite management and maintenance, residents can enjoy peace of mind knowing that any issues will be promptly addressed. Additionally, our online rent payment option makes managing finances a breeze. Experience comfortable living in a beautiful setting at Stephens Park Apartments.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Stephens Park Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Stephens Park Apartments has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Stephens Park Apartments
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Stephens Park Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Stephens Park Apartments is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Stephens Park Apartments is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust Stephens Park Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Since the new property manager has taken over, repairs get done quickly and we, the residents, are kept informed.

Rachael Kiser

Rachael Kiser

Oct 02, 2024

Stephens apartments have been very well kept and Lillie is wonderful ! She stays on top of everything and communicates well! I recommend the complex to friends and family because the management is wonderfulđź‘Ť and that can be hard to find in todays world !

Aulora Eales

Aulora Eales

Oct 16, 2024

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

Stephens Park Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • 129 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • The area has transit options
  • A bustling neighborhood

Pet owners

  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 11 parks within a mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Stephens Park Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 304 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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Considerations

Oven not listed
In-unit oven not included in listing

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Rent trends in East Walnut

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Stephens Park Apartments to be 12% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in East Walnut.

Median rents as of Jan 17 2026.
East Walnut
Columbia
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Columbia
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$975
March 2024$965
April 2024$1,002
May 2024$1,029
June 2024$984
July 2024$992
August 2024$1,010
September 2024$1,009
October 2024$1,057
November 2024$1,112
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,100
February 2025$1,102
March 2025$1,069
April 2025$1,083
May 2025$1,057
June 2025$1,038
July 2025$1,056
August 2025$1,076
September 2025$1,062
October 2025$1,075
November 2025$1,259
December 2025$1,247
January 2026$1,243
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in East Walnut
MonthMedian Rent
May 2025$1,200
June 2025$1,200

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Rent-to-income ratio

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Schools near Stephens Park Apartments

Eugene Field Center

1010 rangeline st

columbia, MO, 65201

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Neighborhood

East Walnut | Columbia, MO

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Columbia near 1901 E Walnut St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 1901 E Walnut St, Columbia

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

2/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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