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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

Situated on the banks of the Connecticut River in western Massachusetts, Springfield is a historic city brimming with culture and natural beauty. Springfield honors the past with its many museums, sites, and well-preserved buildings. The Springfield Armory National Historic Site is one of the city’s top attractions, providing deep historic knowledge of military innovation.

Springfield is the birthplace of basketball, and touts extensive displays documenting the history of the sport in the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame. Springfield’s renowned Quadrangle is a campus of five museums surrounding the Dr. Seuss National Memorial Sculpture Garden. Located in the Knowledge Corridor, Springfield encourages curiosity and sits within close proximity to 25 colleges.

Downtown Springfield is known for its vibrant nightlife, galleries, theater, restaurants, and awe-inspiring architecture. Historic homes and long-standing apartment buildings make for a diverse offering of rentals in this alluring city. Nineteen parks provide plenty of options for outdoor recreation in town, including the sprawling Forest Park. Convenience to Interstates 90, 91, and 291 makes getting around from Springfield easy.

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Residents enjoy a sunny day in Forest Park

The entrance to Blunt Park

A view of Springfield at dusk

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Springfield, MA is $931 for a studio, $1,194 for one bedroom, $1,455 for two bedrooms, and $1,445 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Springfield has increased by 1.3% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,194/month
628 Sq Ft
House
$2,589/month
1,258 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,682/month
760 Sq Ft
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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

Dryden Memorial Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

298 Students

7
out of 10

Alfred G Zanetti

Public

Grades PK-8

434 Students

6
out of 10

Milton Bradley School

Public

Grades PK-5

515 Students

5
out of 10

White Street

Public

Grades PK-5

417 Students

5
out of 10

Mary O Pottenger Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

395 Students

5
out of 10

Alfred G Zanetti

Public

Grades PK-8

434 Students

6
out of 10
6
out of 10

John J Duggan Middle

Public

Grades 6-12

815 Students

4
out of 10

Stem Middle Academy

Public

Grades 6-8

297 Students

4
out of 10

Van Sickle Academy

Public

Grades 6-8

256 Students

4
out of 10
7
out of 10

John J Duggan Middle

Public

Grades 6-12

815 Students

4
out of 10

Springfield Central High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,095 Students

3
out of 10

Putnam Vocational Technical High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,360 Students

3
out of 10

The Springfield Renaissance School

Public

Grades 6-12

631 Students

3
out of 10

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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