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Last updated on October 30, 2026
Average rent in
Springfield, IL
Average rent in
Last updated on October 30, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Springfield rent stands today
Springfield, IL rent rose 11.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,149/month. Renters today are paying $117 more per month on average than last year, with rent near the peak of $1,100/month in October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Springfield is 39.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, making it a more accessible market for renters seeking value. The city offers a total of 160 rentals, providing limited but varied options.
Price ranges
Studios in Springfield rent for $4,200/month, 1-bedrooms for $800/month, and 2-bedrooms for $1,129/month. Larger units include 3-bedrooms at $1,354/month and 4+ bedrooms at $1,700/month. This range reflects the variety of bedroom sizes available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
Oak Ridge rents climbed 46.1% year over year to $1,275/month across 10 rentals, contrasting with the citywide 11.4% rise. Meanwhile, Oaks saw a decline of -36.1% to $1,150/month, showing divergent neighborhood trends in Springfield.
Median rent
Median rent in Springfield
$1,149/mo
11%vs previous year
The average rent in Springfield is $1,149 per month as of October 2026. This is 40% below the national average rent, or $751 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Springfield
160
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Springfield rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Springfield, IL
Average rent prices in Springfield have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 11% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Springfield, IL
Rent prices in Springfield vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Springfield is $900, whereas a house costs $1,250. 1-bedroom apartments in Springfield run $795 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,020.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $4,200 | No Change | 250% | |
1 bedroom | $800 | No Change | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $1,129 | No Change | 13% | |
3 bedroom | $1,354 | 11% |  3% | |
4 bedroom | $1,700 | 6% | 13% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Bunn Park | $995 | |
Downtown Springfield | $1,079 | |
Enos Park | $1,149 | |
Harvard Park | $1,125 | |
Historic West Side | $1,100 | |
Near South | $1,000 | |
Oak Ridge | $1,275 | |
Old Aristocracy Hill | $850 | |
Vinegar Hill | $850 | |
Westchester | $1,200 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $900 | 2% | 6% | |
Condos | $1,100 | 9% | 19% | |
Houses | $1,250 | 8% | 3% |
Studio
Average rent
$4,200
Last year
250%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$800
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,129
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
13%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,354
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
3%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$1,700
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
13%
Vinegar Hill
Average rent
$850
Old Aristocracy Hill
Average rent
$850
Oak Ridge
Average rent
$1,275
Historic West Side
Average rent
$1,100
Downtown Springfield
Average rent
$1,079
Near South
Average rent
$1,000
Westchester
Average rent
$1,200
Bunn Park
Average rent
$995
Enos Park
Average rent
$1,149
Harvard Park
Average rent
$1,125
Apartments
Average rent
$900
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
Condos
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
19%
Houses
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
3%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Springfield, IL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Springfield, IL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Springfield and Alton by all bedroom counts and property types.
Springfield
40%lower than the national median
48%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Springfield, IL is 17% higher than the median rent in Alton, IL.
Average rent in nearby cities
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Cost of living in Springfield, IL
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 6% lower |
| Groceries | 3% lower |
| Health | 2% higher |
| Housing | 15% lower |
| Transportation | 14% higher |
| Utilities | 5% lower |
Discover rentals in Springfield, IL
1d ago
Verified
1665 Seven Pines Rd, Springfield, IL 62704
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$638–$1,169
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 6
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Springfield
708 S 15th St, Springfield, IL 62703
4 beds
2 baths
$675
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Vinegar Hill apartment for rent in Springfield
1131 S 2nd St #4, Springfield, IL 62704
2 beds
1 bath
$799
Price dropped $51Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Sep 21
22h ago
Vinegar Hill apartment for rent in Springfield
126 N Walnut St #5, Springfield, IL 62702
2 beds
1 bath
$849
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 30
5d+ ago
Lake Pointe house for rent in Springfield
6800 Ironwood Dr, Springfield, IL 62712
3 beds
3 baths
$4,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Piper Glen house for rent in Springfield
2505 Tartan Way, Springfield, IL 62711
4 beds
3.5 baths
$4,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Springfield
1713 Ambleside Drive, Springfield, IL 62711
5 beds
4 baths
$3,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Springfield
1715 Ambleside Drive, Springfield, IL 62711
5 beds
4 baths
$3,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1665 Seven Pines Rd, Springfield, IL 62704
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$638–$1,169
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 6
1d ago
Verified
520 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,060–$2,110
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1310 N 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62702
3 beds
1 bath
$1,495
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 28
10m ago
146 Springcreek Dr, Springfield, IL 62702
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,198–$2,363
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
520 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,060–$2,110
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
525 W Cook St, Springfield, IL 62704
1 bed
1 bath
$800–$850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1665 Seven Pines Rd, Springfield, IL 62704
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$638–$1,169
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 6
5d+ ago
Verified
1310 N 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62702
3 beds
1 bath
$1,495
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 28
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$1,800
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 26
10m ago
146 Springcreek Dr, Springfield, IL 62702
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,198–$2,363
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
13h ago
841 N 7th St, Springfield, IL 62702
1 bed
1 bath
$725
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
22h ago
Vinegar Hill apartment for rent in Springfield
126 N Walnut St #5, Springfield, IL 62702
2 beds
1 bath
$849
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 30
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Frequently asked questions for Springfield, IL
Quick answers to common questions about the Springfield rental market.
How much is rent in Springfield?
The average rent in Springfield is $1,149 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Springfield?
Average rent prices in Springfield have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 11% since last year.
How does Springfield rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Springfield is 40% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $751 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Springfield?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Springfield are Vinegar Hill ($850/mo), Old Aristocracy Hill ($850/mo), and Bunn Park ($995/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Springfield?
To comfortably afford rent in Springfield, you'd need to earn approximately $46,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Springfield?
April offers the best rental deals in Springfield, with rents running about 6.7% lower than July's peak season. March sees the most competition among renters, while October and November tend to be less competitive months.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).