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Springfield, IL

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History and community blend beautifully in Springfield

Architecture Historic Lake Charming Community University

Welcome to Springfield, Illinois, the state capital and home to Abraham Lincoln's enduring legacy. Current rental trends show moderate growth, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $827 monthly and experiencing a 3.8% annual increase. Two-bedroom units typically rent for $994, while three-bedroom homes command around $1,327, reflecting the city's affordable housing market compared to larger metropolitan areas.

Springfield's downtown district showcases the impressive State Capitol building and serves as the city's cultural center. Washington Park and Botanical Garden provide scenic spaces for outdoor activities, while the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and Lincoln Home National Historic Site preserve the city's presidential history. The medical district, home to Memorial Medical Center and HSHS St. John's Hospital, anchors the healthcare sector. The University of Illinois Springfield adds an academic presence to the city's west side, while historic neighborhoods like Enos Park blend restored architecture with tree-lined streets. The Illinois State Fair brings the community together each August, and local food culture includes Springfield's signature horseshoe sandwich. From downtown apartments in restored buildings to homes in established neighborhoods, Springfield's housing market accommodates various price points and preferences.

Explore the City

Franklin Park residents take to Lake Springfield for an afternoon of fishing with friends.

Downtown Springfield is home to the Illinois State Capital building and governemnt offices.

Knights Action Park attracts the outgoing thrill seeker to its year round carnival rides.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Springfield, IL is $756 for a studio, $918 for one bedroom, $1,098 for two bedrooms, and $1,399 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Springfield has increased by 9.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$918/month
676 Sq Ft
House
$1,421/month
869 Sq Ft
Condo
$989/month
895 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Springfield, IL is 6.4% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Springfield is 15.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $756 - $1,399. You can expect to pay 2.1% less for groceries, 4.3% less for utilities, and 14.7% more for transportation.

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Transportation

50

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

30

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

50

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Owen Marsh Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

302 Students

Iles Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-8

391 Students

Sandburg Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

281 Students

Laketown Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

163 Students

Enos Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

255 Students

Iles Elementary School

Public

Grades 1-8

391 Students

Lincoln Magnet School

Public

Grades 6-8

298 Students

Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

713 Students

Jefferson Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

539 Students

U S Grant Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

529 Students

Springfield High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,461 Students

Springfield Southeast High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,261 Students

Lanphier High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,058 Students

Edwin A Lee Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-12

184 Students

Springfield Learning Academy

Public

Grades 9-12

130 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Washington Park
  • Illinois State Museum
  • Washington Park Botanical Garden
  • UIS Observatory
  • Henson Robinson Zoo

Airports

  • Abraham Lincoln Capital

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.