Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on September 14, 2026
Average rent in
Springfield, MO
Average rent in
Last updated on September 14, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Springfield rent stands today
Springfield, MO rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,100/month. Month over month, rents increased by 1.3%, indicating a recent upward trend despite yearly stability.
Compared to national trends
Springfield rent is 42.1% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median. This positions Springfield as an accessible market for renters seeking value, supported by 454 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for $850/month, 1-bedrooms for $897/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,000/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,400/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,840/month. The bedroom mix is weighted toward 2- and 3-bedroom units.
Neighborhood spotlight
Fox Grape experienced a 48.8% decline in rent year over year, with a median of $1,100/month. This contrasts with the citywide flat trend and shows localized softness in this neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in Springfield
$1,100/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Springfield is $1,100 per month as of September 2026. This is 42% below the national average rent, or $800 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Springfield
454
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Springfield rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Springfield, MO
Average rent prices in Springfield have increased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Springfield, MO
Rent prices in Springfield vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Springfield is $995, whereas a house costs $1,325. 1-bedroom apartments in Springfield run $935 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,000.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $850 |  4% | 2% | |
1 bedroom | $897 | No Change | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $1,000 | No Change |  5% | |
3 bedroom | $1,400 | 2% | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $1,840 | 10% | 5% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Springfield | $995 | |
Grant Beach | $995 | |
Midtown | $975 | |
Phelps | $1,322 | |
Rountree Area | $950 | |
Southern Hills | $1,070 | |
Walnut Street | $935 | |
West Central | $945 | |
Westside Community Betterment | $1,037 | |
Woodland Heights | $965 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $995 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $980 | 11% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,325 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $685 | 6% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$850
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
2%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$897
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
5%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,400
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,840
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
5%
West Central
Average rent
$945
Westside Community Betterment
Average rent
$1,037
Downtown Springfield
Average rent
$995
Walnut Street
Average rent
$935
Southern Hills
Average rent
$1,070
Grant Beach
Average rent
$995
Midtown
Average rent
$975
Rountree Area
Average rent
$950
Woodland Heights
Average rent
$965
Phelps
Average rent
$1,322
Apartments
Average rent
$995
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$980
Last 30 days
11%
Houses
Average rent
$1,325
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$685
Last 30 days
6%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Springfield, MO, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Springfield, MO compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Springfield and Ash Grove by all bedroom counts and property types.
Springfield
42%lower than the national median
45%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Springfield, MO is 5% higher than the median rent in Ash Grove, MO.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,049
$1,450
25%$1,795
10%$1,195
11%$1,650
6%$1,437
11%$1,597
12%$1,150
3%$1,525
90%$1,122
3%$1,150
11%$1,215
10%Cost of living in Springfield, MO
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 6% lower |
| Groceries | 6% lower |
| Health | 11% higher |
| Housing | 11% lower |
| Transportation | 10% lower |
| Utilities | 21% lower |
Discover rentals in Springfield, MO
2d ago
405 E Madison St, Springfield, MO 65806
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$499–$599
Apartment for rent
13h ago
209 N Belcrest Ave, Springfield, MO 65802
2 beds
1 bath
$695–$725
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1426 N Lafontaine Ave Apt A, Springfield, MO 65802
2 beds
1 bath
$700
Price drop
Apartment for rent
10h ago
2131 W Phelps St, Springfield, MO 65802
2 beds
1 bath
$725
Apartment for rent
3d ago
House for rent in Springfield
5021 E Farm Lane Rd, Springfield, MO 65809
5 beds
3 baths
$4,000
House for rent
Available Jul 25
5d+ ago
House for rent in Springfield
5 beds
3 baths
$4,000
House for rent
3d ago
Verified
1364 E Battlefield Rd, Springfield, MO 65804
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,509–$3,679
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Springfield
1999 N Alysheba Ct, Springfield, MO 65802
4 beds
2 baths
$3,500
House for rent
3d ago
Verified
824 South National Avenue, Springfield, MO 65804
Studio
1 bath
$775–$825
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2120 S Ingram Mill Rd, Springfield, MO 65804
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$690–$850
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 8
12h ago
Various Addresses, Springfield, MO 65802
3 beds
1 bath
$1,295
Apartment for rent
1d ago
3020 W Farm Road 164, Springfield, MO 65807
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$850–$995
Apartment for rent
3d ago
Verified
2013 E Cherry St, Springfield, MO 65802
1 bed
1 bath
$1,175
Apartment for rent
2d ago
1910 N Lyon Ave, Springfield, MO 65803
1–3 beds
1 bath
$895–$1,095
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1403 E Elm St, Springfield, MO 65802
2 beds
1 bath
$795
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
2120 S Ingram Mill Rd, Springfield, MO 65804
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$690–$850
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 8
2d ago
Verified
2120 S Ingram Mill Rd, Springfield, MO 65804
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$690–$850
Price drop
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 8
1d ago
3020 W Farm Road 164, Springfield, MO 65807
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$850–$995
Apartment for rent
4d ago
4423 S Reed Ave, Springfield, MO 65804
3 beds
2 baths
$3,000–$3,500
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
627 E Bear Blvd, Springfield, MO 65806
2 beds
2 baths
$1,400
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Springfield, MO
Quick answers to common questions about the Springfield rental market.
How much is rent in Springfield?
The average rent in Springfield is $1,100 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Springfield?
Average rent prices in Springfield have increased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Springfield rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Springfield is 42% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $800 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Springfield?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Springfield are Walnut Street ($935/mo), West Central ($945/mo), and Rountree Area ($950/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Springfield?
To comfortably afford rent in Springfield, you'd need to earn approximately $44,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Springfield?
December offers the best rental deals in Springfield, with rents running about 6% lower than the June peak season. December also sees the least competition among renters compared to the higher demand summer months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).