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2110 Bradley Ct

205 W Allen St
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3048 S 11th St

629 W Washington St

419 N 1st St

201 W Allen St

131 S Douglas Ave

831 N 9th St

1616 S 7th St

109 S Walnut St

409 W Carpenter St
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300 Forrest Ave

2647 Poplar Ave

2160 E Reservoir St
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1031 N Franklin Ave

1962 S Martin Luther King Jr Dr

2236 S 14th St

2705 S Glenwood Ave

1024 3 S College St

142 S Wesley St

151 S Durkin Dr

2831 S 12th St
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430 W Edwards St

239 White City Blvd

1715 Clay St
Springfield, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Springfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Springfield 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,078 | $750 | $1,600 |
Springfield 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,561 | $999 | $2,700 |
Springfield 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,407 | $1,675 | $2,995 |
Springfield 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,077 | $1,110 | $3,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Springfield, IL
Pricing Updated: 06/08/2025Current apartment rentals in the Springfield, IL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Springfield Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Downtown Springfield | $2,250 | $700 | 48 |
Enos Park | $2,250 | $750 | 37 |
Cheapest Available Springfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Springfield, IL is a Studio unit found at The Hickox Collection in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood priced from $628. Denison Place in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Springfield apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Hickox Collection | The Hickox | Studio,1BA | $628 |
Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Meadow View Landing | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Whispering Pines Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Safe Harbor Properties | 1 Bdr 1 Bath with Balcony. WiFi Included. | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
Butler Place | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
Smart Choice Park | 1 Bedroom Unit-Standard | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Springfield, IL
As of June 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 Springfield apartment is the Townhome Model at Ravenwood Townhomes starting at $875 with a $0.88 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Springfield apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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102 S Glenwood Ave, Unit Bottom Unit | 102 S Glenwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $0.78 |
Ravenwood Townhomes | Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.88 |
Orchard Park | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath South | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
Safe Harbor Properties | Walk to work. Capitol View. WIFI Included. | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
1221 W Washington St, Unit 2 | 1221 W Washington St | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
3TEN | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
2000 S Douglas Ave, Unit 3 | 2000 S Douglas Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
Cobblestone Apartments | Cobblestone 2BD | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Denison Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
Lincoln Tower Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Springfield
What type of rentals are currently available in Springfield?
There are currently 191 Apartments for Rent in Springfield, IL with pricing that ranges from $575 to $3,600. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Springfield ranging from $700 to $3,500.
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 $700 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,446.
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 $975 to $2,195, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $999 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,675 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,500.
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.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.