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Last updated on June 16, 2026
Average rent in
Springfield, IL
Average rent in
Last updated on June 16, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Springfield rent stands today
Springfield, IL rent rose 4.8% year over year, with a current median of $1,100/month. Renters are paying $58 more per month on average than last year, though rent has eased 1.7% month over month after peaking two months ago.
Compared to national trends
Springfield is 43.6% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, offering a lower-cost option for renters in a small market with 122 total rentals. The city's median rent is $1,100/month, reflecting its position as an accessible market.
Price ranges
Studios in Springfield run at $4,200/month, 1-bedrooms at $800/month, 2-bedrooms at $1,090/month, and 3-bedrooms at $1,200/month, with 4+ bedrooms at $2,700/month. Houses rent for a median of $1,200/month while apartments sit at $950/month, reflecting varied options across property types.
Neighborhood spotlight
In Springfield, IL, Country Club rents fell 61.2% year over year to $1,125/month across 22 rentals. This steep decline contrasts with the citywide 4.8% rise, marking a significant local cooldown.
Median rent
Median rent in Springfield
$1,100/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Springfield is $1,100 per month as of June 2026. This is 44% below the national average rent, or $850 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Springfield
122
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Springfield rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Springfield, IL
Average rent prices in Springfield have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 5% 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 $950, whereas a house costs $1,200. 1-bedroom apartments in Springfield run $800 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,052.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $4,200 | 11% | 395% | |
1 bedroom | $800 | 1% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $1,089 | 3% | 12% | |
3 bedroom | $1,200 | No Change |  2% | |
4 bedroom | $2,700 | 9% | 45% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Springfield | $1,100 | |
Enos Park | $1,200 | |
Historic West Side | $1,041 | |
Iles Park | $1,069 | |
Lincoln Park | $1,100 | |
Near South | $1,100 | |
Oak Ridge | $972 | |
Old Aristocracy Hill | $850 | |
Pillsbury | $1,000 | |
Vinegar Hill | $800 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $950 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,147 | 3% | No Change | |
Houses | $1,200 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$4,200
Last 30 days
11%
Last year
395%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$800
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,089
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
12%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,700
Last 30 days
9%
Last year
45%
Old Aristocracy Hill
Average rent
$850
Vinegar Hill
Average rent
$800
Near South
Average rent
$1,100
Lincoln Park
Average rent
$1,100
Oak Ridge
Average rent
$972
Downtown Springfield
Average rent
$1,100
Enos Park
Average rent
$1,200
Iles Park
Average rent
$1,069
Pillsbury
Average rent
$1,000
Historic West Side
Average rent
$1,041
Apartments
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,147
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$1,200
Last 30 days
1%
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
44%lower than the national median
50%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Springfield, IL is 13% higher than the median rent in Alton, IL.
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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 | 4% lower |
| Groceries | 2% lower |
| Health | 18% lower |
| Housing | 11% lower |
| Transportation | 14% higher |
| Utilities | 6% lower |
Discover rentals in Springfield, IL
5d+ ago
House for rent in Springfield
1236 N Oaklane Rd #293, Springfield, IL 62707
3 beds
2 baths
$495
House for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Springfield
3 beds
1 bath
$825
$750
Price drop
House for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Springfield
2 beds
1 bath
$800
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Springfield
100 Outer Park Dr #100A, Springfield, IL 62704
2 beds
1 bath
$890
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 10
5d+ ago
Country Club house for rent in Springfield
90 Pinehurst Dr, Springfield, IL 62704
4 beds
2 baths
$2,900
House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Springfield
1603 Blenheim Dr, Springfield, IL 62711
3 beds
2 baths
$2,800
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Springfield
3131 Turning Mill Dr #1, Springfield, IL 62704
3 beds
2 baths
$2,500
House for rent
Available Jun 8
5d+ ago
Washington Knolls house for rent in Springfield
1119 S Macarthur Blvd, Springfield, IL 62704
3 beds
2 baths
$2,500
House for rent
4d ago
Verified
1665 Seven Pines Rd, Springfield, IL 62704
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$728–$1,169
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 6
5d+ ago
Verified
520 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,060–$2,110
Apartment for rent
2h ago
9 Candlelight Dr, Springfield, IL 62704
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,027–$1,819
Price drop
Apartment for rent
8h ago
Harvard Park apartment for rent in Springfield
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,025
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
1665 Seven Pines Rd, Springfield, IL 62704
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$728–$1,169
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 6
5d+ ago
Verified
520 S 2nd St, Springfield, IL 62701
1–3 beds
1–3 baths
$1,060–$2,110
Apartment for rent
3d ago
525 W Cook St, Springfield, IL 62704
1 bed
1 bath
$800
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
House for rent
Available Jun 11
4d ago
Verified
1665 Seven Pines Rd, Springfield, IL 62704
2 beds
2 baths
$1,023
Apartment for rent
Available Aug 6
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
House for rent
Available Jun 8
2h ago
9 Candlelight Dr, Springfield, IL 62704
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,027–$1,819
Price drop
Apartment for rent
4h ago
2070 Bradley Street, Springfield, IL 62703
2 beds
1 bath
$995
Apartment for rent
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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 $1,100 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Springfield?
Average rent prices in Springfield have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 5% since last year.
How does Springfield rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Springfield is 44% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $850 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Springfield?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Springfield are Vinegar Hill ($800/mo), Old Aristocracy Hill ($850/mo), and Oak Ridge ($972/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Springfield?
To comfortably afford rent in Springfield, you'd need to earn approximately $44,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Springfield?
Springfield's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $800 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,000 monthly. Both apartment types experienced increases from the previous year, with two-bedrooms seeing a 5.0% rise and one-bedrooms up 2.6%.
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).