
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Metro Center Neighborhood of Springfield, MA from $600 (24 Rentals)
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Worthy III LLC

SilverBrick Square

Baystate Place

SilverBrick Lofts

101 Mulberry St, Unit 101 Mulberry St

New Colony Court

Skyview Downtown
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181 Chestnut St

127 Spring St

84-88 Byers St

659-663 State St

Ridgewood

915-919 Worthington St

Mill Street Realty

Armoury Commons
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Worthy Building

Museum Park Senior 55+

Northern Heights

Worthington Commons

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Park Street Lofts

101 Mulberry St
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Metro Center, Springfield, MA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Metro Center?
| Bedroom | Average Price | Cheapest Price | Highest Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Center Studio Apartments | $1,622 | $1,316 | $1,900 |
| Metro Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,602 | $1,234 | $2,150 |
| Metro Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,860 | $1,463 | $2,650 |
| Metro Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,013 | $1,684 | $2,275 |
| Metro Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $1,950 | $2,525 |
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Cheapest Available Metro Center Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Metro Center area of Springfield, MA is a 1 Bed unit found at Museum Park Senior 55+ priced from $1,120. Worthy III LLC has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Metro Center apartments for rent in Springfield, MA:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Park Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,120 |
| Worthy III LLC | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| SilverBrick Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Skyview Downtown | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Stockbridge Court | A1Ak - Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Metro Center, MA
As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Metro Center area is the $0.26 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Museum Park Senior 55+ in the in the Ridgewood neighborhood starting from $1,120. The second greatest value Metro Center apartment is the 754 Chestnut St Model at 754 Chestnut St, Unit 2 starting at $2,000 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Liberty Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Metro Center apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Museum Park Senior 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.26 |
| 754 Chestnut St, Unit 2 | 754 Chestnut St | 5BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| SilverBrick Lofts | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| ThirtyOne Elm | A4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.62 |
| Stockbridge Court | A1A-R | 1BR,1BA | $3.19 |
| Skyview Downtown | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
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Our team of engineers and researchers is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Massachusetts and customized analysis for Springfield, Massachusetts. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and much more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Metro Center Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Metro Center?
The cheapest apartment in Metro Center is Museum Park Senior 55+ which is listed at $1,120, while the average apartment in Metro Center costs $2,237.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Metro Center?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Metro Center that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Metro Center?
Cheap apartments in Metro Center have an average cost of $293 which is $1,944 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Metro Center.
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