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  18. Building Photo - Watch Street
    1 BED
    $575+
    2 BEDS
    $650+

    Watch Street

    2100-2160 E Watch Ave, Springfield, IL 62702
  23. Building Photo - 618 N 5th St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $750
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$750
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$750

    618 N 5th St Unit #3

    618 N 5th St, Springfield, IL 62702
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  25. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $920
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$920
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$920

    1530 S 4th St Unit 3

    1530 S 4th St, Springfield, IL 62703
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  26. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $1,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,000

    445 W Carpenter St Unit 1

    445 W Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
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  27. STUDIO, 1 BATH
    $700
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$700
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$700

    913 N 7th St Unit 2

    913 N 7th St, Springfield, IL 62702
  28. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $995
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$995
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$995

    2000 S Douglas Ave Unit 6

    2000 S Douglas Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
  29. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $945
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$945
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$945

    1221 W Washington St Unit 2

    1221 W Washington St, Springfield, IL 62702
  30. 2 BEDS, 1 BATH
    $900
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$900
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$900

    412 Rafter St

    412 Rafter St, Springfield, IL 62702
  31. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $930
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$930
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$930

    115 W Lawrence Ave Unit C

    115 W Lawrence Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
  32. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $895
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$895
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$895

    250 S Durkin Dr Unit 8

    250 S Durkin Dr, Springfield, IL 62704
  33. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $850
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$850
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$850

    331 W Cedar St Unit Apt#3

    331 W Cedar St, Springfield, IL 62704
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Living & Renting in Springfield

Springfield at a Glance

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Springfield, IL Apartments for Rent

Springfield serves as the capital of Illinois and is best known as the home of Abraham Lincoln, who lived in the city from 1837 until his presidency. Those looking for apartments for rent in Springfield will find an affordable housing market with options ranging from modern apartment communities near the University of Illinois Springfield to restored buildings in historic downtown. The city's economy centers on state government, healthcare, and education, providing steady employment opportunities for renters.

Renting in Springfield offers convenient access to both work and recreation. Downtown sits near the State Capitol and features a mix of dining, shopping, and cultural attractions including the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum. Neighborhoods like Enos Park offer tree-lined streets with historic architecture, while areas near the medical district provide proximity to Memorial Medical Center and HSHS St. John's Hospital. Springfield is accessible via Interstate 55 and Interstate 72, making commutes straightforward, and the city's location along historic Route 66 adds character to the area. Washington Park and Lake Springfield provide outdoor spaces for hiking, boating, and relaxation throughout the year.

Why Springfield?

  • The Lincoln Home National Historic Site allows visitors to tour the Lincoln Home and explore a Lincoln-era neighborhood.
  • The Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature Center is a 100-acre site featuring six miles of trails.
  • The Prairie Capital Convention Center (PCCC) hosts concerts, rodeos, wrestling, tradeshows, and other events.
  • Beautiful Lake Springfield features 57 miles of shoreline, boat docks and launches, and eight parks.
  • The Illinois State Fairgrounds is home to Adventure Village, a park with thrill rides and ferris wheels.
  • Springfield is home to three universities, including the University of Illinois at Springfield.

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Education

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Springfield High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,461 Students
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Springfield Southeast High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,261 Students
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Lanphier High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,058 Students
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Springfield Learning Academy

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
130 Students
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Lincoln Magnet School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
298 Students
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Benjamin Franklin Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
713 Students
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Jefferson Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
539 Students
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Owen Marsh Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
302 Students
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Sandburg Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
281 Students
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Laketown Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
163 Students
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Enos Elementary School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
255 Students

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