Cost of living guide for St. John's College-Department of Nursing

Planning housing near St. John's College-Department of Nursing? This cost of living covers rent, neighborhoods, timelines, and next steps for students budgeting total monthly expenses in Springfield, IL.

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Estimated monthly costs

Rent (1BR avg)$1,500/mo (1 BR avg)
Food & groceries~$350/mo (mix of dining hall + groceries)
Transportation~$80/mo (bus pass or bike)
Utilities~$100/mo (as a separate charge if not included)
Estimated total~$2,030/mo estimated

Monthly cost of living near St. John's College-Department of Nursing

All-in student budgets near St. John's College-Department of Nursing typically include rent, food, transportation, and utilities. Our model estimates ~$2,030/mo estimated per month for a typical off-campus student.

Rent breakdown by unit type

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  • Studio: ~$1,250/mo
  • 1 bedroom: ~$1,500/mo
  • 2 bedroom: ~$1,900/mo
  • Per person (shared 2BR): ~$950/mo

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Typical all-in monthly costs near St. John's College-Department of Nursing land around ~$2,030/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cost of living for St. John's College-Department of Nursing?

Cost of living guide for St. John's College-Department of Nursing covers rent ranges, neighborhoods (Springfield Heights, College Hill), lease timing, and tools to browse apartments and roommates.

How much does housing cost near St. John's College-Department of Nursing?

Expect about $1,250/mo for studios and $1,500/mo for 1-bedroom units. Shared 2BR leases often land near $950/person.

When should I start looking for housing near St. John's College-Department of Nursing?

Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For St. John's College-Department of Nursing, starting 60 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.

What neighborhoods are best near St. John's College-Department of Nursing?

Popular areas include Springfield Heights, College Hill, The Loop, Near North. Compare commute, safety, and total monthly cost before signing.

What is the total cost of living near St. John's College-Department of Nursing?

Our estimate for a typical off-campus student is ~$2,030/mo estimated/month including rent ($1,500/mo (1 BR avg)), food (~$350/mo (mix of dining hall + groceries)), transport (~$80/mo (bus pass or bike)), and utilities (~$100/mo (as a separate charge if not included)).

How can I lower housing costs near St. John's College-Department of Nursing?

Typical all-in monthly costs near St. John's College-Department of Nursing land around ~$2,030/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.

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