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Springfield, MA

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A dynamic city in the heart of western Massachusetts

Vibrant Culture Diverse Historic Active River College Town

Welcome to Springfield, Massachusetts, a historic city nestled along the Connecticut River. This welcoming community balances city living with natural surroundings. Current rental trends show moderate growth, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,226 monthly and experiencing a modest 1.1% year-over-year increase. Two-bedroom units average $1,483, while studio apartments remain at $938.

Springfield's neighborhoods each offer distinct character, from the architectural splendor of Forest Park's Victorian homes to the downtown energy of Metro Center. The 735-acre Forest Park stands as a cornerstone of outdoor recreation, featuring well-maintained walking trails, the Zoo in Forest Park, and the annual Bright Nights winter light display. The city's cultural district includes the Springfield Museums at the Quadrangle, home to the Amazing World of Dr. Seuss Museum, celebrating the birthplace of Theodor Geisel. Sports history comes alive at the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, while the Springfield Armory National Historic Site preserves the city's manufacturing legacy. Local flavors abound in the South End's Italian restaurants, while Metro Center offers an array of dining options. From historic homes in McKnight to apartments near MGM Springfield, or residential settings in East Forest Park, Springfield's rental market accommodates various preferences and needs.

Explore the City

Residents enjoy a sunny day in Forest Park

The entrance to Blunt Park

A view of Springfield at dusk

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Springfield, MA is $974 for a studio, $1,292 for one bedroom, $1,692 for two bedrooms, and $1,745 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Springfield has increased by 4.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,292/month
606 Sq Ft
House
$2,228/month
1,303 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,736/month
459 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,183/month
1,183 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Springfield, MA

Transportation

73

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

61

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation 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

Alfred G Zanetti

Public

Grades PK-8

434 Students

German Gerena Community School

Public

Grades PK-5

589 Students

Boland School

Public

Grades PK-5

551 Students

Sumner Avenue

Public

Grades PK-5

460 Students

White Street

Public

Grades PK-5

417 Students

Alfred G Zanetti

Public

Grades PK-8

434 Students

John J Duggan Middle

Public

Grades 6-12

815 Students

John F Kennedy Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

390 Students

Van Sickle Academy

Public

Grades 6-8

256 Students

John J Duggan Middle

Public

Grades 6-12

815 Students

Putnam Vocational Technical High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,360 Students

Springfield Central High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,095 Students

The Springfield Renaissance School

Public

Grades 6-12

631 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Springfield Armory National Historic Site
  • Springfield Science Museum
  • Lake Lorraine State Park
  • Robinson State Park
  • Lupa Zoo

Airports

  • Bradley International

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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.