Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Springfield Neighborhood of Springfield, IL from $700 (19 Rentals)

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SpringfieldIL62704

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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. SHP at Governor Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $785. Here are the most affordable Downtown Springfield apartments for rent in Springfield, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Hickox CollectionThe HickoxStudio,1BA$628
SHP at Governor Place1 BDR Model1BR,1BA$785
Lincoln Tower Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$799
Smart Choice Park1 Bedroom Unit-Standard1BR,1BA$875
Safe Harbor Properties1 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. WiFi Included.1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Springfield, IL

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Springfield area is the $1.50 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Townhouse - Available Model at Lincoln Square Apartments in the in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Downtown Springfield apartment is the 2 BDR VIRTUALLY STAGED WIFI INCLUDED Model at SHP at Governor Place starting at $825 with a $0.92 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.
Lincoln Square Apartments2 Bedroom Townhouse - Available2BR,1.5BA$1.50
SHP at Governor Place2 BDR VIRTUALLY STAGED WIFI INCLUDED2BR,1BA$0.92
Safe Harbor PropertiesDowntown1BR,1BA$1.03
721 South Grand Ave WOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.24
Lincoln Tower Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.07
Smart Choice Park1 Bedroom Unit-Standard1BR,1BA$1.25
The Hickox CollectionThe HickoxStudio ,1BA$1.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Springfield, Springfield, IL

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Springfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Springfield?

There are currently 94 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Springfield, IL with pricing that ranges from $575 to $2,723. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Springfield ranging from $700 to $2,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Springfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Springfield ranges from $700 to $2,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,299.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.