Cheap Apartments for Rent in Springfield, IL from $400(60 Rentals)

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2925 Taylor Ave
from $4451 Bedroom Apartments

2925 Taylor Ave

2925 Taylor AveSpringfield, IL 62703
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2501-2621 Bluebird St
from $4651 Bedroom Apartments

2501-2621 Bluebird St

2501-2621 Bluebird StSpringfield, IL 62703
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University Villa
from $565Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Villa

407 W Calhoun AveSpringfield, IL 62702
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Bradley Court Apartments
from $5802 Bedroom Apartments

Bradley Court Apartments

2100-2120 Bradley CtSpringfield, IL 62703
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Leland Pointe Apartments
from $5952 Bedroom Apartments

Leland Pointe Apartments

1310-1328 Outer Park DrSpringfield, IL 62704
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Timberlake Estates
from $6051 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Timberlake Estates

2423 Taylor AveSpringfield, IL 62703
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Dorset Apartments
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from $6251 Bedroom Apartments

Dorset Apartments

1017-1021 S Spring StSpringfield, IL 62704
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632 S Walnut St
from $6251 Bedroom Apartments

632 S Walnut St

632 S Walnut StSpringfield, IL 62704
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Village Park Apartments
from $6752 Bedroom Apartments

Village Park Apartments

3241 S Douglas AveSpringfield, IL 62704
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Smythberry Village
from $6951 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Smythberry Village

3331 Smythberry LnSpringfield, IL 62711
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Boysenberry Village
from $6951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Boysenberry Village

2312 Boysenberry LnSpringfield, IL 62711
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Park West 217-546-7575
from $7001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park West 217-546-7575

2225 Old Jacksonville RdSpringfield, IL 62704
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Centre @ 501 Apartments
from $7001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Centre @ 501 Apartments

501 E Capitol AveSpringfield, IL 62701
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Ash Street
from $7252 Bedroom Apartments

Ash Street

1306-1312 W Ash StSpringfield, IL 62704
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Fox Run Village
from $7301 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fox Run Village

2600-2721 Fox Run DrSpringfield, IL 62704
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Monroe Gardens
from $7501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Monroe Gardens

850 S Durkin DrSpringfield, IL 62704
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Durkin Park Apartments
from $7501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Durkin Park Apartments

400-424 S Durkin DrSpringfield, IL 62704
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811 Reisch
from $7501 Bedroom Apartments

811 Reisch

811 Reisch StSpringfield, IL 62702
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Pine Woods Apartments
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from $7531 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Woods Apartments

1665 Seven Pines RdSpringfield, IL 62704
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Springfield, IL

Pricing Updated: 12/27/2024

Current 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:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Enos Park$1,085$54538
Downtown Springfield$1,195$54562

Cheapest Available Springfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Springfield, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Whispering Pines in the Downtown Springfield neighborhood priced from $700. Cobblestone Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Springfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Whispering Pines1 bed Classic1BR,1BA$700
Cobblestone ApartmentsCobblestone 1BD1BR,1BA$750
The Hickcox CollectionThe HickoxStudio,1BA$775
SHP at Governor Place1 BDR Model1BR,1BA$785
Butler Place2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$785
3TENB12BR,1BA$794
Lake Pointe ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$830

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Springfield, IL

As of December 27, 2024 the best value apartment in the Springfield area is the $0.85 price per square foot C1 Model at Spring Creek Townhomes in the starting from $1,105. The second greatest value Springfield apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Prairie Vista starting at $1,200 with a $0.92 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$0.85
Prairie Vista2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.92
Ravenwood TownhomesTownhome2BR,1.5BA$0.88
825 S Grand Ave W, Unit 1st Floor825 S Grand Ave W1BR,1BA$0.88
Koke Mill ApartmentsTwo Bedroom (lg)2BR,1BA$0.97
SHP at Governor Place2 BDR VIRTUALLY STAGED WIFI INCLUDED2BR,1BA$0.92
Safe Harbor PropertiesWalk to work. Capitol View. WIFI Included.2BR,1BA$1.03
1221 W Washington St, Unit 21221 W Washington St2BR,1BA$1.02
3TENB12BR,1BA$0.90
829 South Grand Ave W, Unit 829829 South Grand Ave W1BR,1BA$0.88

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Springfield Overview

Springfield apartments abound in the capital city of Illinois. You will have your pick from basic to the most luxurious apartments available anywhere. You’ll find plenty to do in the city itself, but you’re still not too far from rural towns if you ever need a little elbow room.

Why live in Springfield, IL?

With all the places you could live in the world, it can be a daunting task to know where to put down roots. One of the benefits of Springfield is that you’re in the center of the United States. Whether you want to head to the east coast, west coast, the deep south or somewhere in the northland, you won’t have as far to go. You’ll be far enough south to have milder winters without having to forfeit the enjoyment of four seasons. A very historic setting makes for an inspiring place to live and work. Apartments in Springfield give you the perfect opportunity to get the most out of life in the area.

Springfield, IL
Population: 114,694

Ranked #254

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Springfield, IL

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

30 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Springfield Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Springfield?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Springfield is at The Hickcox Collection listed at $775.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Springfield Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Springfield Apartment is $700 at Whispering Pines.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Springfield Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Springfield is starting from $785 at Butler Place.

What is the most affordable Springfield Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Springfield Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Candles and starts from $1,046.

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