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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Washer and dryer hookups
  • Walk-in closets
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Granite countertops
  • Picnic areas
  • Gas stove

Location

1500 W Grand St, Springfield, MO 65807, USA|West Central
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Property Overview

Forest Park Townhomes is a highly rated community with an overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.3/10, offering an excellent balance of price and value, strong amenities, and a convenient location near a top-rated elementary school and everyday shopping. Residents can enjoy practical in-home features like washer/dryer hookups, walk-in closets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and gas stoves, plus outdoor picnic areas. The property also stands out for pet friendliness, with nearby dog parks, grooming, and veterinary services, and earns strong marks for quality and management transparency.

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, Forest Park Townhomes is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Forest Park Townhomes 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
  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

2 Bed, 1 Bath2 bed1.5 bath1,200 sqft$1,245 /mo1 unit availableOur newly renovated townhomes include walk-in closets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sand volleyball & half basketball court! We are just minutes away from Missouri State University and local shopping. Downtown Springfield is a quick 5-minute drive where you can find endless dining options and great entertainment!
2 Bed, 1.5 Bath2 bed1.5 bath1,530 sqft$1,325 /mo1 unit availableOur newly renovated townhomes include walk-in closets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sand volleyball & half basketball court! We are just minutes away from Missouri State University and local shopping. Downtown Springfield is a quick 5-minute drive where you can find endless dining options and great entertainment!
3 Bed, 1.5 Bath3 bed1.5 bath1,530 sqft$1,395 /mo1 unit availableOur newly renovated townhomes include walk-in closets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, sand volleyball & half basketball court! We are just minutes away from Missouri State University and local shopping. Downtown Springfield is a quick 5-minute drive where you can find endless dining options and great entertainment!

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Amenities for Forest Park Townhomes

Building

Cats OKDogs OK

Grounds

Basketball CourtsGrilling Area
Outdoor SpaceSand Volleyball
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

Units169
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About Forest Park Townhomes

HomeApartments in SpringfieldWest Central Forest Park Townhomes

Welcome to Forest Park Townhomes, a newly renovated 170-unit complex located in beautiful Greene County. Our townhomes have recently undergone a stunning remodel are now more beautiful and spacious than ever! Each 3-level townhome features front & back patio entrances and a full, unfinished basement with washer and dryer hookups and over 500 sq ft of storage space! The kitchen is equipped with top-of-the-line stainless steel appliances, gas stove, and granite countertops adding a touch of elegance to your cooking experience. At Forest Park Townhomes, we believe in providing our tenants with a well-rounded living experience, which is why we offer sand volleyball, a half basketball court, and picnic areas equipped with grills where you can enjoy a delicious meal while soaking up the sun and getting some fresh air. But one of the best perks of living at Forest Park Townhomes is that you have no one living above or below you! We would love to give you a tour of our amazing property. Give us a call or stop by!


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, Forest Park Townhomes is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Forest Park Townhomes 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 Forest Park Townhomes
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.
Forest Park Townhomes 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, Forest Park Townhomes 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.
Forest Park Townhomes 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 Forest Park Townhomes 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.

Forest Park Townhomes is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

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 Forest Park Townhomes compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 3-bedroom is 271 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 514 sqft larger than other listings nearby
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away

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Rent trends in West Central

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Forest Park Townhomes to be 29% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in West Central.

3-bedroom apartments at Forest Park Townhomes cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in West Central.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
West Central
Springfield
A table of studio rental data trends in Springfield
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$840
June 2024$863
July 2024$862
August 2024$826
September 2024$836
October 2024$841
November 2024$835
December 2024$858
January 2025$862
February 2025$851
March 2025$821
April 2025$839
May 2025$817
June 2025$818
July 2025$805
August 2025$807
September 2025$814
October 2025$850
November 2025$848
December 2025$856
January 2026$879
February 2026$875
March 2026$896
April 2026$892
A table of studio rental data trends in West Central
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$545
June 2024$545
August 2024$942
September 2024$942
August 2025$720
April 2026$750

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near Forest Park Townhomes

McGregor Elementary School

1221 w madison

springfield, MO, 65806

K-5Public
C

Greene Valley School

1601 e pythian

springfield, MO, 65802

K-12Public

Adah Fulbright Early Childhood

3373 wbattlefield rd

springfield, MO, 65807

PKPublic

Shady Dell Early Childhood Center

2757 e division

springfield, MO, 65803

PKPublic

Cogdill Early Childhood Center

218 w mccabe st

strafford, MO, 65757

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

West Central | Springfield, MO

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

Getting around Springfield near 1500 W Grand St

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Points of interest for 1500 W Grand St, Springfield

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
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

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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