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Highlights

  • New appliances
  • Central heat and air
  • Large walk-in closet
  • Central heat and ac
  • Coin operated laundry
  • Open layout with dining area off kitchen

Location

425 W Lawrence Ave, Springfield, IL 62704, USA|Vinegar Hill
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Management

River Birch Realty

Leasing office

(844) 432-0256 ext. 9214

Property Overview

425 West Lawrence Avenue offers strong overall value with an 8.5/10 expert rating, including excellent scores for amenities, location, and quality, plus competitive pricing for what you get. Residents benefit from modern comforts like new appliances, central heat and air, an open layout with a dining area off the kitchen, a large walk-in closet, and coin-operated laundry. Its vibrant surroundings—with numerous museums, galleries, event hubs, and entertainment venues nearby—make it especially appealing for those seeking an active social life, supported by transparent, detailed property information.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 425 West Lawrence Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 425 West Lawrence Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

425 West Lawrence Avenue - 31 bed1 bath400 sqft$550 /moEfficiency unit in a great building. Perfect spot for low cost living. The unit has tiled floors for easy cleaning, and a brand new stove. Large walk-in closet. Residents pay only electric. Central heat and AC. Laundry (coin operated) is right around the corner in the common area.

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Amenities for 425 West Lawrence Avenue

Apartment Amenities

Trash IncludedUtilities/Sewer
Water

Building

Onsite Laundry
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One-time.

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One-time.

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About 425 West Lawrence Avenue

HomeApartments in SpringfieldVinegar Hill 425 West Lawrence Avenue

Large two bed, two bath apartment with many updates. Open layout with dining area off kitchen. New appliances. Hardwood floors in bedrooms and tile throughout. The large master bedroom has a master bathroom and three closets. Central heat and air. Landlord pays for garbage. Tenant pays gas and electric. Move in ready.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 425 West Lawrence Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 425 West Lawrence Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 425 West Lawrence Avenue
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 425 West Lawrence Avenue is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Vinegar Hill. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
425 West Lawrence Avenue goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 425 West Lawrence Avenue receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
425 West Lawrence Avenue is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·9A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
425 West Lawrence Avenue has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
425 West Lawrence Avenue provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

425 West Lawrence Avenue is great for:

Social life

  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 24 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby
  • 48 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 19 local event hubs within 1 mile

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 425 West Lawrence Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Vinegar Hill

1-bedroom apartments at 425 West Lawrence Avenue cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Vinegar Hill.

Median rents as of Apr 18 2026.
Vinegar Hill
Springfield
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Springfield
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$750
June 2024$750
July 2024$794
August 2024$799
September 2024$797
October 2024$798
November 2024$800
December 2024$792
January 2025$787
February 2025$779
March 2025$799
April 2025$800
May 2025$800
June 2025$806
July 2025$800
August 2025$799
September 2025$816
October 2025$810
November 2025$803
December 2025$800
January 2026$796
February 2026$796
March 2026$800
April 2026$821
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Vinegar Hill
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$750
June 2024$750
July 2024$750
August 2024$782
September 2024$759
October 2024$759
November 2024$745
December 2024$748
January 2025$762
February 2025$766
March 2025$786
April 2025$782
May 2025$730
June 2025$775
July 2025$780
August 2025$790
September 2025$753
October 2025$740
November 2025$750
December 2025$790
January 2026$792
February 2026$756
March 2026$795
April 2026$797

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$22,000/yr

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Schools near 425 West Lawrence Avenue

Elizabeth Graham Elementary School

900 w edwards st

springfield, IL, 62704

K-5Public
C+

Early Learning Center

2501 s 1st st

springfield, IL, 62704

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

Vinegar Hill | Springfield, IL

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Springfield near 425 W Lawrence Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 425 W Lawrence Ave, Springfield

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

7/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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