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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Free parking
- All utilities included
- Washer/dryer set
- Living room
Location
540 S Kickapoo Ave, Springfield, MO 65802, USA
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Property Overview
Cherry Street Cottages earns a strong 8.5/10 overall with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, suggesting solid value and convenience. It includes free parking, all utilities, a washer/dryer set, and a living room, while the area offers a lively social scene, work-from-home convenience, and pet-friendly services nearby. Photos are plentiful, and the nearest top-rated high school is under 1.5 miles away.
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.
Things you’ll love
High school nearby- Images Available
Great for
Work-from-home
Pet owners
Social life
Floor plans
| Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! Student Pre-Lease for 2027-2028 NOW! | 4 bed | 4.5 bath | $725 /mo | 1 unit available |
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Amenities for Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages!
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
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
| Units | 56 |
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About Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages!
We are an off-campus housing community where the units are leased by the bed! All cottages are 4bed/4.5 bath located walking distance across from MSU! Each cottage includes a washer/dryer set as well as a mounted television in the Living Room! All utilities are included as well as Internet Service (cable excluded) and Free parking. Call for a tour! 417-864-6303, ext.8
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.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A 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.
Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A 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.
Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! 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·6A 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 Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! is great for:
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 Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
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Rent trends in Springfield
4-bedroom apartments at Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages! cost about 60% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Springfield.
Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Springfield
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $835 |
| 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 | $893 |
| May 2026 | $883 |
| June 2026 | $877 |
| July 2026 | $884 |
| August 2026 | $871 |
| September 2026 | $873 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 540 S Kickapoo Ave?
Bedrooms
4+ bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$29,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $29,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $725.
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Schools near Come live the sweet life at Cherry Street Cottages!
Rountree Elementary School
1333 e grand
springfield, MO, 65804
K-5Public
C+
Greene Valley School
1601 e pythian
springfield, MO, 65802
K-12Public
Shady Dell Early Childhood Center
2757 e division
springfield, MO, 65803
PKPublic
Adah Fulbright Early Childhood
3373 wbattlefield rd
springfield, MO, 65807
PKPublic
Cogdill Early Childhood Center
218 w mccabe st
strafford, MO, 65757
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Getting around Springfield near 540 S Kickapoo Ave
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 540 S Kickapoo Ave, Springfield
Groceries
8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
8/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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