Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Rountree Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $300 (62 Rentals)

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1855 E Cherry St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1855 E Cherry St

1855 E Cherry StSpringfield, MO 65802
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King's Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

King's Apartments

945 E Elm StSpringfield, MO 65806

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Lumen
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lumen

728 E Walnut StSpringfield, MO 65806
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Jenny Lind Hall
1 Bedroom Apartments

Jenny Lind Hall

711 S Jefferson AveSpringfield, MO 65806
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Alexandria Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Alexandria Apartments

1230 E McDaniel StSpringfield, MO 65802
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Stove Works Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Stove Works Lofts

505 N Jefferson AveSpringfield, MO 65806
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The M @ 414
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The M @ 414

414 E Monroe StSpringfield, MO 65806
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Embassy Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Embassy Apartments

927-937 E Elm StSpringfield, MO 65806
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Springfield Commons
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Springfield Commons

728 S Jefferson AveSpringfield, MO 65806
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Ambassador Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ambassador Apartments

1235 Elm StSpringfield, MO 65802
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Rountree, Springfield, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rountree Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Rountree area of Springfield, MO is a 4 Beds unit found at Aspen Springfield priced from $599. El Madrid has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Rountree apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aspen Springfield4 Bedroom - Boulder A4BR,4BA$599
El MadridEl Madrid 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$725
El Chaparral ApartmentsEl Chaparral Studio1BR,1BA$725
Briarwood Village1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$750
Spirit of St. LouisStudio1BR,1BA$760
Bear Garden Apartments1 bed, 1 bath Premium1BR,1BA$770
Cherry Plaza2 Bedroom Units Available - Close to Downtown &...2BR,2BA$800
Rosewood Village2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$815
CrescoStudio - HubbleStudio,1BA$840
Town and Campus2 Bedroom 1 Bath (C)2BR,1BA$855

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rountree, MO

As of June 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rountree area is the $1.09 price per square foot Tower A, August 1st Model at Bears Tower in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,960. The second greatest value Rountree apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Regency Tower starting at $1,205 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rountree apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bears TowerTower A, August 1st4BR,4BA$1.09
Regency Tower2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.10
East Manor ApartmentsEast Manor 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.88
The 505 (MO)2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.70
Vue on Walnut | Student HousingB1 | Two Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.94
Rosewood Village2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.96
Town and Campus2 Bedroom 1 Bath (C)2BR,1BA$1.01
Cherry Plaza2 Bedroom Units Available - Close to Downtown &...2BR,2BA$1.07
Bear Paw Commons2x12BR,1BA$1.07
Bear VillageFour Bedroom4BR,4BA$1.16

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Rountree, Springfield, MO

Ranked #18

Among cities in Missouri for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Springfield. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rountree Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Rountree?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rountree is under $855.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rountree?

The cheapest apartment in Rountree is El Chaparral Apartments which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Rountree costs $1,351.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rountree?

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 55 regular apartments in Rountree 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 Rountree?

Cheap apartments in Rountree have an average cost of $645 which is $706 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rountree.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.