Cheap Apartments for Rent in Springfield, OH from $400 (30 Rentals)

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Governor's Manor
$725 - $1,610
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$690 - $1,575
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Governor's Manor

2100 E High StSpringfield, OH 45505
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Gateway Gardens Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Gateway Gardens Apartments

501 S Limestone StSpringfield, OH 45505
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Shawnee Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Shawnee Place

102 E Main StSpringfield, OH 45502
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Sweetbriar Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sweetbriar Apartments

1917-2011 Sweetbriar LnSpringfield, OH 45505
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Springwood Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Springwood Apartments

840 E John StSpringfield, OH 45505
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Crossgate
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crossgate

600 Crossgate CtSpringfield, OH 45505
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Tubman Towers
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Tubman Towers

17 W Johnson AveSpringfield, OH 45506
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Ridgewood Town Homes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Ridgewood Town Homes

1009-1163 E Home RdSpringfield, OH 45503
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Rose Commons
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rose Commons

1315 West High StreetSpringfield, OH 45506
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Maplewood Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Maplewood Apartments

3225 Maplewood AveSpringfield, OH 45505
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Springfield, OH Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Springfield, OH

Pricing Updated: 02/25/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Springfield, OH 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Cedar Hills Broadview Acres$1,060$7503
Springfield$1,510$64519

Cheapest Available Springfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Springfield, OH is a Studio unit found at Aster Court Apartments in the Springfield neighborhood priced from $670. North Brook Apartments in the Springfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $690. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Springfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Aster Court ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$670
North Brook ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$690
Hayden House1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$845
Coventry VillageOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$865
The HIll Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$890
Jeffrey PlaceJeffrey Place1BR,1BA$909
The Mason1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,000
Northridge Apartments2BDTH2BR,1BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Springfield, OH

As of February 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Springfield area is the $1.21 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Governor's Manor in the in the Springfield neighborhood starting from $1,510. The second greatest value Springfield apartment is the 1809 Mound St Model at 1809 Mound St starting at $1,200 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Springfield neighborhood. 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.
Governor's Manor3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.21
1809 Mound St1809 Mound St2BR,1BA$1.39
Northridge Apartments2BDGA2BR,1.5BA$1.43
1681 Brentwood Dr, Unit 16811681 Brentwood Dr2BR,1BA$1.55
1683 Brentwood Dr, Unit 16831683 Brentwood Dr2BR,1BA$1.57
Hayden House1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.20
Coventry VillageOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.30
The Mason1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.66
The HIll Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.48
Jeffrey PlaceJeffrey Place1BR,1BA$1.65

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Springfield Overview

Recently designated an 'All-American City', Springfield acts as home to over 60,000 residents in the great state of Ohio. Situated on the gorgeous banks of the scenic Mad River, this thriving locale is just two dozen or so miles from the city excitement of Dayton.

Why live in Springfield, OH?

Home to the liberal arts college Wittenberg University as well as a number of long-running industry centers, Springfield apartments make an ideal spot to call home for anyone in the market for an Ohio residence. From public parkways to historic landmarks, this prime slice of working-class midwestern charm is a fantastic destination for many different walks of life.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Springfield Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Springfield?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Springfield is under $1,100.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Springfield?

The cheapest apartment in Springfield is Hayden House which is listed at $845, while the average apartment in Springfield costs $1,285.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Springfield?

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 1 regular apartments in Springfield that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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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