Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Scenic Park Neighborhood of Springfield, MO from $500 (58 Rentals)

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property at 3861 W Univ St

$875 - $1,250

Studio To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3861 W Univ St

SpringfieldMO65807

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True North
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

True North

865 S Douglas AveSpringfield, MO 65806

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Eko Park Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eko Park Apartments

1744 W Catalpa StSpringfield, MO 65807
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Pinnacle on the Park
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pinnacle on the Park

525 S Campbell AveSpringfield, MO 65806
Senior Living
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Monarch
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Monarch

611 W Sunset StSpringfield, MO 65807
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Tall Grass Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tall Grass Apartments

1029 W Battlefield StSpringfield, MO 65807
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Scenic Park, Springfield, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Scenic Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Scenic Park area of Springfield, MO is a 1 Bed unit found at Chace Place priced from $750. Markwood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Scenic Park apartments for rent in Springfield, MO:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chace Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$750
MarkwoodMarkwood 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1BA$750
Harvard2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$775
Park Place1.1 second floor upgraded1BR,1BA$850
Coryell CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$850
Hunters GlenOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$864
Pinnacle on the Park1x11BR,1BA$866
The Vibe CrossingStudioStudio,1BA$875
Maple Gardens1.11BR,1BA$895
Fairfield Village1.1 Upgraded1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scenic Park, MO

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scenic Park area is the $1.12 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Heatherwood Apartments in the in the Northwest neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Scenic Park apartment is the 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Parkway Townhouses starting at $1,595 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scenic Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Heatherwood Apartments3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.12
Parkway Townhouses3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.18
Forest Park Townhomes2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
South Valley Apartments2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.92
Tall Grass Apartments3x23BR,2BA$1.08
Harvard2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$0.75
Willow Creek2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.01
Market StreetMarket Street 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.09
Chace Place2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.88
MarkwoodMarkwood 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$0.95

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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
Scenic Park, Springfield, MO

Ranked #17

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.com works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States and customized analysis for Southwest Central Springfield, MO. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scenic Park Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Scenic Park?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Scenic Park is under $895.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Scenic Park?

The cheapest apartment in Scenic Park is Chace Place which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Scenic Park costs $2,000.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Scenic Park?

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 2 regular apartments in Scenic Park 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 Scenic Park?

Cheap apartments in Scenic Park have an average cost of $165 which is $1,835 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Scenic Park.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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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.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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