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property at 300 Forrest Ave

$899

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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300 Forrest Ave

SpringfieldIL62702

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property at 229 W Allen St

$950 - $1,250

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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229 W Allen St

SpringfieldIL62704

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property at 3 Utica Cir

$1,100

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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3 Utica Cir

SpringfieldIL62712

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Springfield, IL

Pricing Updated: 08/22/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Springfield, IL area range in price from $675 to $3,789 with an overall median price of $996. Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Springfield Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Springfield$995$67536
Enos Park$997$67535

Cheapest Available Springfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Springfield, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Whispering Pines Apartments priced from $600. The Hickox Collection in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $718. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Springfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Whispering Pines Apartments1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential1BR,1BA$600
The Hickox CollectionThe Abe LincolnStudio,1BA$718
Cobblestone ApartmentsCobblestone 1BD1BR,1BA$750
Chatham CrossingUnit 8391BR,1BA$759
909 S 8th St1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Springfield, IL

As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Springfield area is the $0.98 price per square foot C1 Model at Spring Creek Townhomes in the starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Springfield apartment is the Townhome Model at Ravenwood Townhomes starting at $895 with a $0.90 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Spring Creek TownhomesC13BR,1.5BA$0.98
Ravenwood TownhomesTownhome2BR,1.5BA$0.90
1530 S 4th St, Unit 11530 S 4th St1BR,1BA$1.03
The Boulevard TownhomesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Safe Harbor Properties2 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. Capitol View.2BR,1BA$1.08
Meadow View Landing2 Bedroom/1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.12
1221 W Washington St, Unit 21221 W Washington St2BR,1BA$1.01
115 W Lawrence Ave, Unit C115 W Lawrence Ave1BR,1BA$1.09
Cobblestone ApartmentsCobblestone 2BD2BR,1BA$1.06
254 S Durkin Dr, Unit A254 S Durkin Dr1BR,1BA$1.13

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

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Springfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Springfield?

There are currently 193 Apartments for Rent in Springfield, IL with pricing that ranges from $600 to $3,789. There are also 78 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Springfield ranging from $495 to $4,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Springfield ranges from $495 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,434.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Springfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Springfield range from $1,094 to $2,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $495 to $2,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

Expert Rental Resources

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.