Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Heights Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $300 (89 Rentals)

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University Heights, Springfield, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Heights area of Springfield, MO is a 4 Beds unit found at Park East - The U priced from $615. Forest Cove Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable University Heights apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park East - The UThe Drake4BR,4BA$615
Forest Cove Apartments2x1 - Forest Cove2BR,1BA$625
Scotsdale1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$650
Rosewood Village1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$685
Central FlatsRemodeled StudioStudio,1BA$695
TimbersTimbers 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Park East - The SterlingThe Miller1BR,1BA$699
Briarwood Village1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
Old Monterey ApartmentsAlpine One Bedroom1BR,1BA$760
Cherry Plaza2 Bedroom Units Available - Close to Downtown &...2BR,2BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Heights, MO

As of April 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Heights area is the $0.98 price per square foot 3 Bed, 1.5 Bath Model at Forest Park Townhomes in the in the Northwest neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value University Heights apartment is the 3 Bedroom/3 Bath, June 1 Model at Bear Place starting at $1,500 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forest Park Townhomes3 Bed, 1.5 Bath3BR,1.5BA$0.98
Bear Place3 Bedroom/3 Bath, June 13BR,3BA$1.00
Wilhoit Plaza Lofts3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.92
Embassy ApartmentsEmbassy Apartments - Close to MSU, Downtown Spf...2BR,1BA$0.87
Aspen Heights Springfield2x2 Frisco A/B2BR,2BA$0.92
Stonewood ApartmentsStonewood 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.95
Scotsdale1 bedroom, 1 bathroom1BR,1BA$0.80
Elevate Student Living - Deep ElmD12BR,2BA$0.97
Cherry Plaza2 Bedroom Units Available - Close to Downtown &...2BR,2BA$1.03
Bear Paw Commons2x12BR,1BA$1.02

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University Heights, Springfield, MO

Ranked #5

Among neighborhoods in Springfield, MO for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Missouri including University Heights, Springfield, and the greater Springfield area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the University Heights Neighborhood in Springfield, MO

Walk Score®

56 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Heights Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in University Heights?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Heights is under $775.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Heights?

The cheapest apartment in University Heights is Scotsdale which is listed at $650, while the average apartment in University Heights costs $3,690.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Heights?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 92 regular apartments in University Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University Heights?

Cheap apartments in University Heights have an average cost of $365 which is $3,325 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Heights.

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