Springfield IL apartments for rent

Smack dab between the metropolis areas of Chicago, St. Louis and Indianapolis, Springfield is the centerpiece of Illinois political activity. This town became the Illinois state capital in 1837 with the help of a young lawyer and politician named Abraham Lincoln, who lived here until he left to become the 16th President of the United States.

The community is recognized as a leader in the health care industry and is home to two major hospitals as well as a world-renowned heart surgery institute, which are not far from many apartments for rent in Springfield.

Besides containing many historic Lincoln sites, Springfield offers hundreds of exciting events throughout the year, including: the Old Capitol Art Fair, the International Carillon Festival, the Illinois State Fair and First Night Springfield on New Year’s Eve, just to name a few.

Residents can find anything from charming, one-of-kind boutiques to nationally recognized, big city department stores in Springfield. The historical downtown area is brimming with specialty shops, antique stores, bakeries, art galleries and available Springfield apartments for rent.

Largest employers around Springfield, IL area are:
State of Illinois
Memorial Health System
St. John’s Hospital
Illinois National Guard
Springfield School District #186
City of Springfield
Horace Mann Insurance Company
SIU School of Medicine
Springfield Clinic, LLP
SBC
U.S.Postal Service

10 largest Private Employers in Sangamon County
Memorial Health Systems
St. John’s Hospital
Horace Mann Companies
SBC/Ameritech
Springfield Clinic, LLP
United Contractors Midwest, Inc.
Cingular Wireless SBC
AIG American General
Freeman United Mining
Express Personnel Services