Average Rent in Bucktown, Chicago, IL

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Current Versus Historical Bucktown, Chicago, IL Rents

Bucktown rentals average $2,195 for a studio rental to $5,900 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,975, or roughly $35 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in June 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $250 (11.76%) year-over-year from $2,123 to $2,373. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $330 (14.56%) year-over-year from $2,265 to $2,595. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $811 (30.15%) year-over-year from $2,689 to $3,500. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $683 (19.43%) year-over-year from $3,517 to $4,200. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,334 (41.55%) year-over-year from $5,617 to $7,950. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone up by 5.79% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 9.34% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.48% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.39% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 20.76% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jun 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$43.43	$2,373	$2,123 (11.76%)	$1,526 (55.56%)
1 BR	$39.68	$2,595	$2,265 (14.56%)	$2,044 (26.99%)
2 BR	$35.33	$3,500	$2,689 (30.15%)	$2,529 (38.42%)
3 BR	$32.12	$4,200	$3,517 (19.43%)	$3,515 (19.49%)
4+ BR	$33.41	$7,950	$5,617 (41.55%)	$3,530 (125.21%)

Historical Rents in Bucktown, Chicago, IL

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Top Cities Near Bucktown

There are a total of 11 cities nearby Bucktown. The average rent in Bucktown is currently $2,413 per month. A total of 10 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Berwyn, IL, with an average rent of $1,400, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Bucktown, Chicago, IL is River Grove, IL. Monthly rents here are on average $3,318 per month.

Let's compare Bucktown, Chicago, IL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Bucktown, Chicago, IL is 37.41% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 32.79% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Bucktown, Chicago, IL are about 34.29% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 28.59% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 11 total cities near Bucktown, Chicago, IL in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Berwyn, IL	$1,050	$1,300	$1,850	$1,400
Oak Park, IL	$1,595	$1,625	$2,350	$1,813
Chicago, IL	$1,550	$2,050	$2,350	$2,200
Schaumburg, IL	N/A	$2,091	$2,250	$2,260
Aurora, IL	$1,275	$1,549	$2,195	$2,413
Naperville, IL	$1,413	$1,886	$2,500	$2,595
Evanston, IL	$2,575	$2,250	$2,548	$2,681
Skokie, IL	N/A	$1,650	$2,100	$2,775
Vernon Hills, IL	N/A	$2,276	$2,300	$2,850
River Grove, IL	$1,335	$1,450	$3,295	$3,318

Top Neighborhoods Near Bucktown

There are a total of 24 neighborhoods in or near Bucktown. Some of these neighborhoods include South Shore, Edgewater, and Englewood. We've included all of these top 24 neighborhoods in or near Bucktown, Chicago, IL in the following table.

The average rent for these 24 neighborhoods in or near Bucktown, Chicago, IL is currently around $2,345 per month. A total of 21 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only three neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,345. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Bucktown's average rent, which is actually $2,975. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Bucktown, South Shore has the most affordable average rent at $1,450 per month. Whereas, at $3,450 average rent per month, Near West Side is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Bucktown. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
South Shore, Chicago, IL	$1,200	$1,050	$1,400	$1,450
Edgewater, Chicago, IL	$1,300	$1,500	$2,600	$1,598
Englewood, Chicago, IL	$1,100	$1,250	$1,360	$1,600
Albany Park, Chicago, IL	$1,285	$1,500	$1,800	$1,695
Uptown, Chicago, IL	$1,400	$1,650	$2,175	$1,710
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,195	$1,450	$1,890	$1,750
Lawndale, Chicago, IL	N/A	$1,450	$1,725	$1,875
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL	$1,440	$1,895	$2,623	$1,925
West Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	N/A	$1,595	$1,973	$2,000
Pilsen, Chicago, IL	N/A	$1,600	$1,850	$2,050
Woodlawn, Chicago, IL	$1,825	$1,300	$1,700	$2,200
Logan Square, Chicago, IL	$1,650	$1,895	$2,295	$2,295
Lakeview, Chicago, IL	$1,600	$2,195	$3,000	$2,395
Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL	$1,500	$1,750	$2,100	$2,395
Far East, Aurora, IL	N/A	$1,779	$2,424	$2,429
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL	$1,100	$1,750	$2,295	$2,450
North Center, Chicago, IL	$1,750	$1,995	$2,600	$2,525
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL	$1,650	$2,450	$3,725	$2,525
Near North Side, Chicago, IL	$1,875	$2,500	$3,864	$2,700
South Loop, Chicago, IL	$1,775	$2,350	$3,200	$2,850
The Loop, Chicago, IL	$1,935	$2,475	$3,500	$2,950
West Town, Chicago, IL	$2,200	$2,425	$2,800	$3,200
DePaul, Chicago, IL	$1,910	$2,375	$3,400	$3,400
Near West Side, Chicago, IL	N/A	$2,923	$3,575	$3,450

Top Counties Near Bucktown

There are a total of 24 counties located by Bucktown, Chicago, IL. Some of these counties include Berwyn, IL, Oak Park, IL, and Proviso, IL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,473. That's roughly around $24 per sqft. A total of 22 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Berwyn, IL. Its average rent per month is $1,400. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,100, New Trier, IL is the most expensive county by Bucktown, Chicago, IL.

Typically, rent for studios in Bucktown, Chicago, IL is 39.18% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Bucktown, Chicago, IL is 33.30% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Bucktown, Chicago, IL is 35.71% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Berwyn, IL	$1,050	$1,300	$1,850	$1,400
Oak Park, IL	$1,595	$1,625	$2,350	$1,813
Proviso, IL	$1,095	$1,450	$1,900	$1,900
Chicago, IL	$1,550	$2,050	$2,350	$2,200
Maine, IL	N/A	$1,500	$2,200	$2,500
Northfield, IL	$1,400	$2,023	$2,598	$2,600
Evanston, IL	$2,575	$2,250	$2,548	$2,681
Niles, IL	$2,200	$1,650	$2,100	$2,875
Leyden, IL	$1,335	$1,450	$3,145	$2,875
New Trier, IL	$1,680	$1,845	$3,100	$3,100

Top Zipcodes Near Bucktown

There are a total of 34 zipcodes in or near Bucktown, Chicago, IL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,392. A total of 30 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 60402, Berwyn, IL at $1,400 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,400 per month is 60607, Chicago, IL.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,469. That's at least $39 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Bucktown, Chicago, IL is $1,761 per month. Or in other words, $31 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,400 per month. Which comes out to $29 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Bucktown, Chicago, IL. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
60614, Chicago, IL	$1,800	$2,400	$3,425	$2,900
60647, Chicago, IL	$1,695	$2,095	$2,495	$2,425
60642, Chicago, IL	$2,200	$2,395	$2,980	$2,998
60622, Chicago, IL	$1,635	$2,150	$2,700	$2,895
60657, Chicago, IL	$1,645	$2,195	$3,000	$2,295
60610, Chicago, IL	$1,613	$2,400	$3,800	$2,500
60618, Chicago, IL	$1,420	$1,700	$2,400	$2,313
60613, Chicago, IL	$1,450	$2,150	$3,000	$2,500
60654, Chicago, IL	$2,133	$2,700	$4,101	$2,950
60612, Chicago, IL	$1,650	$1,750	$2,695	$2,550

Frequently Asked Questions - Bucktown Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Bucktown, Chicago, IL?

The average monthly rental price for Bucktown, Chicago, IL apartments for rent is approximately $2,975. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Bucktown, Chicago, IL rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Bucktown, Chicago, IL.

How much is a studio apartment in Bucktown, Chicago, IL?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $2,195 and an average price per square feet of $43.43. There are a total of 5 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Bucktown.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Bucktown, Chicago, IL?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $2,455 and an average price per square feet of $39.68. There are a total of 17 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Bucktown.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Bucktown, Chicago, IL?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $3,500 and an average price per square feet of $35.33. There are a total of 20 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Bucktown.

How have rent prices in Bucktown, Chicago, IL changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Bucktown, Chicago, IL can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.12%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.15%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.30%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.19% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Bucktown, Chicago, IL?

A reasonable rent price in Bucktown, Chicago, IL is around $2,380/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.