Thinking about moving to Springfield in the spring need recommendations on rental house/apts

Submitted by justinhasabigpeehole t3_zx2d2e in springfieldMO

Back story planning on moving to Springfield in the spring. No criminal record, credit score 630+ so not great. Same job for 15 years so steady work record. I work from home so high speed internet is a must. Need 2 bedroom, dog friendly, would like a garage if possible. Budget $700 to $800 range. Would like a house if I can get recommendations. What areas to avoid and what property management to avoid. I currently live in a rental house that hasn't been remodel since the 80's. We have no dishwasher, no garbage disposal so something newer would be amazing and a huge upgrade Thank you.

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Tess_Mac t1_j20d0f2 wrote

2 bedroom, dog friendly and modern at that price is going to be hard to find.

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justinhasabigpeehole OP t1_j20ftv7 wrote

Modern to me is a dishwasher and garbage disposal. I'm not talking quartz countertops or hardwood floors. Just the standard stuff. Currently my bathroom is smaller then one of your closets

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Tess_Mac t1_j20g73q wrote

I wouldn't be so sure about that, I live in a very small house. Still what you're looking for is going to be hard to find, more so if your dog is over 30 pounds. (some places do charge pet rent).

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justinhasabigpeehole OP t1_j20j70u wrote

So what rentals do you recommend. Instead of telling me my price range is wrong what areas do you recommend or what areas to avoid. What rental property companies are good? You seem to have knowledge of the rental market in Springfield

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Tess_Mac t1_j20jz2x wrote

Rental Management I couldn't say, I own my house. Rented for a year before buying. Prior to the pandemic your budget would have been good but no longer.

I've seen posts similar to yours before and know that a good neighborhood is going to cost more.

I did find this, near the hospital, shopping and restaurants in a good neighborhood and this is about what you'll need. If you find something else I can tell you wether or not it's a good neighborhood.

https://www.realtor.com/realestateandhomes-detail/1951-S-Collinson-Ave_Springfield_MO_65804_M83285-24405

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Stat_Sock t1_j21gj6x wrote

Willow Creek, Pebble Creek, Lakeshore apartments all from Wooten are pretty decent for that price range. You're most likely not going to find a house at that price

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Tess_Mac t1_j290x5h wrote

Wooten Management is iffy

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Stat_Sock t1_j291k54 wrote

Oh absolutely agree. I've lived at a hand full of their properties, and a lot is dependent on the property manager. The ones list have been a more positive experience for me and my friends

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