Missouri State University

Springfield, MO

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Founded in 1905, Missouri State University is a large public research institution committed to developing ethical leadership, cultural competence, and community engagement. Missouri State offers more than 180 bachelor’s degree programs, with options ranging from Accounting to Zoology. MSU’s athletic teams are known as the Bears and Lady Bears, competing in the NCAA Division I Missouri Valley Conference.

Located in Springfield, which blends small-town coziness with big-city amenities, MSU is surrounded by a variety of affordable apartments. Those frequenting the Taylor Health and Wellness Center would be wise to focus their search for housing on the east side of campus, accessible to South National Avenue. Those spending the bulk of their time at the McQueary Family Health Science Hall or the Center for Archaeological Research might prefer to look for accommodations on the west side of campus, with convenience to South Kimbrough Avenue.

With more than 300 campus organizations and close proximity to Downtown Springfield, there’s never a shortage of things to do at Missouri State.

Rent Trends

As of January 2025, the average apartment rent in Springfield, MO is $806 for a studio, $853 for one bedroom, $1,037 for two bedrooms, and $1,458 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Springfield has increased by 3.2% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 456 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $806/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 665 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $853/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 962 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,037/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,311 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,458/month

    Average Rent

Transportation

47

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

52

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Gray Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

434 Students

8
out of 10

McBride Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

382 Students

8
out of 10

David Harrison Elementary

Public

Grades PK-4

288 Students

8
out of 10

Walt Disney Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

568 Students

7
out of 10

Jeffries Elementary

Public

Grades PK-5

440 Students

7
out of 10

Cherokee Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

758 Students

8
out of 10

Central High

Public

Grades 6-12

1,464 Students

6
out of 10

Pershing Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

704 Students

6
out of 10

Carver Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

695 Students

6
out of 10

Hickory Hills Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

414 Students

6
out of 10

Kickapoo High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,881 Students

7
out of 10

Central High

Public

Grades 6-12

1,464 Students

6
out of 10

Glendale High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,307 Students

4
out of 10

Parkview High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,234 Students

3
out of 10

Hillcrest High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,017 Students

2
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Discovery Center of Springfield
  • Wonders of Wildlife
  • Springfield-Greene County Botanical Center
  • Dickerson Park Zoo
  • Rutledge-Wilson Farm Park

Airports

  • Springfield-Branson Ntl

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