Average Rent in Illinois

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Current Versus Historical Illinois Rents

Illinois rentals average $1,550 for a studio rental to $3,900 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,300, or roughly $26 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in July 2026, median rents have fallen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $2 (-0.11%) year-over-year from $1,552 to $1,550. 1-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $105 (-5.25%) year-over-year from $2,000 to $1,895. 2-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $65 (-2.87%) year-over-year from $2,265 to $2,200. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $1 (0.02%) year-over-year from $2,799 to $2,800. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $167 (4.41%) year-over-year from $3,783 to $3,950. 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 1.19% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 0.96% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone down by 2.80% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 1.18% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 1.80% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jul 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$38.85	$1,550	$1,552 (-0.11%)	$1,183 (30.99%)
1 BR	$31.84	$1,895	$2,000 (-5.25%)	$1,634 (16.00%)
2 BR	$24.89	$2,200	$2,265 (-2.87%)	$1,932 (13.89%)
3 BR	$22.79	$2,800	$2,799 (0.02%)	$2,397 (16.83%)
4+ BR	$21.05	$3,950	$3,783 (4.41%)	$3,032 (30.29%)

Historical Rents in Illinois

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Top Cities Near Illinois

There are a total of 44 cities nearby Illinois. The average rent in Illinois is currently $1,925 per month. A total of 33 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Indianapolis, IN, with an average rent of $950, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Illinois is Alpharetta, GA. Monthly rents here are on average $3,125 per month.

Let's compare Illinois's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Illinois is 35.87% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 30.88% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Illinois are about 28.38% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 22.79% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 44 total cities near Illinois in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Indianapolis, IN	$673	$825	$1,199	$950
Berwyn, IL	$1,100	$1,238	$1,750	$1,375
St. Louis, MO	$1,640	$1,150	$1,400	$1,400
Joliet, IL	$1,650	$1,748	$2,300	$2,300
Chicago, IL	$1,595	$2,150	$2,425	$2,300
Oak Park, IL	$1,300	$1,700	$2,498	$2,300
Schaumburg, IL	N/A	$2,034	$2,300	$2,300
Aurora, IL	$1,275	$1,695	$2,199	$2,400
Naperville, IL	N/A	$1,799	$2,399	$2,590
Skokie, IL	N/A	$1,650	$2,475	$2,600

Top Neighborhoods Near Illinois

There are a total of 92 neighborhoods in or near Illinois. Some of these neighborhoods include Woodlake - Briar Meadow, Eldridge - West Oaks, and Alief. We've included the top 30 neighborhoods out of 92 total neighborhoods in or near Illinois in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Illinois is currently around $1,923 per month. A total of 68 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Illinois's average rent, which is actually $2,300. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Illinois, Westwood has the most affordable average rent at $992 per month. Whereas, at $4,150 average rent per month, Creekside Park is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Illinois. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Woodlake - Briar Meadow, Houston, TX	$849	$1,099	$1,395	$1,288
Eldridge - West Oaks, Houston, TX	$1,149	$1,014	$1,200	$1,399
Alief, Houston, TX	$779	$920	$1,200	$1,425
South Shore, Chicago, IL	$975	$1,300	$1,450	$1,538
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,195	$1,400	$1,850	$1,650
Neartown - Montrose, Houston, TX	$997	$1,350	$2,175	$1,840
Great Uptown, Houston, TX	$1,544	$1,484	$1,950	$1,850
Edgewater, Chicago, IL	$1,500	$1,733	$2,588	$1,850
Greater Heights, Houston, TX	$1,288	$1,289	$2,033	$1,853
Albany Park, Chicago, IL	$1,550	$1,463	$2,100	$1,925
Uptown, Chicago, IL	$1,400	$1,785	$2,875	$2,000
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL	$1,480	$1,950	$2,450	$2,023
West Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	N/A	$1,595	$1,995	$2,095
Downtown Houston, Houston, TX	$1,525	$1,823	$2,975	$2,100
Logan Square, Chicago, IL	$1,595	$2,095	$2,595	$2,295
Acres Home, Houston, TX	$1,825	$1,049	$1,400	$2,300
Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston, TX	$1,459	$1,714	$2,347	$2,395
Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL	$1,500	$1,925	$2,150	$2,400
Far East, Aurora, IL	N/A	$1,829	$2,261	$2,401
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL	$1,175	$1,673	$2,355	$2,445
Lakeview, Chicago, IL	$1,595	$2,150	$3,100	$2,565
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL	$1,750	$2,500	$3,925	$2,595
Midtown, Atlanta, GA	$1,600	$2,175	$2,995	$2,605
Near North Side, Chicago, IL	$1,900	$2,550	$4,000	$2,800
Grogan's Mill, The Woodlands, TX	$1,233	$1,780	$2,199	$2,830
South Loop, Chicago, IL	$1,780	$2,350	$3,200	$2,900
The Loop, Chicago, IL	$2,175	$2,500	$3,763	$2,909
West Town, Chicago, IL	$2,350	$2,350	$2,800	$3,200
DePaul, Chicago, IL	$1,915	$2,445	$3,435	$3,300
Near West Side, Chicago, IL	N/A	$2,900	$3,700	$3,400

Top Counties Near Illinois

There are a total of 48 counties located by Illinois. Some of these counties include Center, Indianapolis, IN, St. Louis, MO, and St. Louis, MO. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,171. That's roughly around $16 per sqft. A total of 32 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Center, Indianapolis, IN. Its average rent per month is $975. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,195, Vernon, IL is the most expensive county by Illinois.

Typically, rent for studios in Illinois is 22.58% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Illinois is 25.13% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Illinois is 20.51% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Center, Indianapolis, IN	$673	$825	$1,275	$975
St. Louis, MO	$785	$2,042	$1,250	$1,298
St. Louis, MO	$1,640	$1,150	$1,400	$1,400
Leyden, IL	$1,295	$1,400	$2,513	$2,275
Chicago, IL	$1,595	$2,150	$2,425	$2,300
Schaumburg, IL	N/A	$1,750	$2,200	$2,300
Naperville, IL	$1,650	$1,799	$2,350	$2,429
Downers Grove, IL	N/A	$1,625	$1,873	$2,475
Lisle, IL	$1,380	$1,623	$2,050	$2,600
Wheatland, Naperville, IL	N/A	N/A	$2,400	$3,000

Top Zipcodes Near Illinois

There are a total of 49 zipcodes in or near Illinois. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,310. A total of 24 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 77090, Northwest Harris, TX at $1,150 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,300 per month is 60607, Chicago, IL.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,480. That's at least $30 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Illinois is $1,700 per month. Or in other words, $27 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,224 per month. Which comes out to $23 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Illinois. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
60657, Chicago, IL	$1,627	$2,150	$3,125	$2,450
60613, Chicago, IL	$1,595	$2,150	$3,095	$2,695
60614, Chicago, IL	$1,845	$2,500	$3,600	$2,895
60640, Chicago, IL	$1,480	$1,800	$2,525	$1,950
60626, Chicago, IL	$1,195	$1,400	$1,850	$1,595
60647, Chicago, IL	$1,595	$2,100	$2,650	$2,473
60611, Chicago, IL	$2,200	$2,500	$4,200	$2,756
77449, Houston, TX	$2,400	$1,275	$1,668	$2,000
77007, Houston, TX	$1,509	$1,700	$2,300	$2,310
60622, Chicago, IL	$1,800	$2,225	$2,700	$3,100

Frequently Asked Questions - Illinois Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Illinois?

The average monthly rental price for Illinois apartments for rent is approximately $2,300. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Illinois 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 Illinois.

How much is a studio apartment in Illinois?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,550 and an average price per square feet of $38.85. There are a total of 671 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Illinois.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Illinois?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,940 and an average price per square feet of $31.84. There are a total of 2,040 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Illinois.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Illinois?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,250 and an average price per square feet of $24.89. There are a total of 3,433 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Illinois.

How have rent prices in Illinois changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Illinois can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.00%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.05%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.03%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.00% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Illinois?

A reasonable rent price in Illinois is around $1,840/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.