Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, IL from $500 (34 Rentals)

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University Villa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Villa

407 W Calhoun AveSpringfield, IL 62702
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Dorset Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Dorset Apartments

1017-1021 S Spring StSpringfield, IL 62704
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632 S Walnut St
1 Bedroom Apartments

632 S Walnut St

632 S Walnut StSpringfield, IL 62704
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Centre @ 501 Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Centre @ 501 Apartments

501 E Capitol AveSpringfield, IL 62701
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Ash Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ash Street

1306-1312 W Ash StSpringfield, IL 62704
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811 Reisch
1 Bedroom Apartments

811 Reisch

811 Reisch StSpringfield, IL 62702
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SHP at Governor Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SHP at Governor Place

1021 W Governor StSpringfield, IL 62704
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property at 201 W Allen St

201 W Allen St

SpringfieldIL62704
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520 Illini Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

520 Illini Ct

520 Illini CtSpringfield, IL 62704
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Downtown Springfield, Springfield, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Springfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Springfield area of Springfield, IL is a Studio unit found at The Hickox Collection priced from $628. Denison Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Downtown Springfield apartments for rent in Springfield, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Hickox CollectionThe HickoxStudio,1BA$628
Denison PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$675
Meadow View Landing1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$780
Lincoln Tower Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$799
Whispering Pines Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$825
Safe Harbor Properties1 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. WiFi Included.1BR,1BA$845
Smart Choice Park1 Bedroom Unit-Standard1BR,1BA$875
3TENB12BR,1BA$904

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Springfield, IL

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Springfield area is the $0.78 price per square foot 102 S Glenwood Ave Model at 102 S Glenwood Ave, Unit Bottom Unit in the in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value Downtown Springfield apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath South Model at Orchard Park starting at $1,125 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
102 S Glenwood Ave, Unit Bottom Unit102 S Glenwood Ave2BR,1BA$0.78
Orchard Park2 Bedroom 1 Bath South2BR,1BA$1.14
Safe Harbor PropertiesWalk to work. Capitol View. WIFI Included.2BR,1BA$1.03
1221 W Washington St, Unit 21221 W Washington St2BR,1BA$1.06
3TENB12BR,1BA$1.03
2000 S Douglas Ave, Unit 32000 S Douglas Ave2BR,1BA$1.11
721 South Grand Ave WOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.24
Denison PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.84
Lincoln Tower Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.07
Meadow View Landing1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.16

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Springfield, Springfield, IL

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Springfield Neighborhood in Springfield, IL

Walk Score®

84 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

76 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

49 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Springfield Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Springfield?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Springfield is at The Hickox Collection listed at $628.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Springfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Springfield Apartment is $675 at Denison Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Springfield Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Springfield is starting from $904 at 3TEN.

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