Average Rent in Illinois

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Current Versus Historical Illinois Rents

Illinois rentals average $1,650 for a studio rental to $3,600 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,395, or roughly $25 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have increased by $325 (21.81%) year-over-year from $1,492 to $1,817. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $349 (18.66%) year-over-year from $1,871 to $2,220. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $197 (8.95%) year-over-year from $2,198 to $2,395. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $233 (8.75%) year-over-year from $2,667 to $2,900. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $258 (7.51%) year-over-year from $3,442 to $3,700. 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 14.35% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 12.60% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 6.52% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.47% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 2.30% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$43.20	$1,817	$1,492 (21.81%)	$1,257 (44.59%)
1 BR	$32.24	$2,220	$1,871 (18.66%)	$1,772 (25.28%)
2 BR	$24.82	$2,395	$2,198 (8.95%)	$2,085 (14.85%)
3 BR	$22.22	$2,900	$2,667 (8.75%)	$2,359 (22.95%)
4+ BR	$20.21	$3,700	$3,442 (7.51%)	$2,997 (23.47%)

Historical Rents in Illinois

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Top Cities Near Illinois

There are a total of 41 cities nearby Illinois. The average rent in Illinois is currently $1,885 per month. A total of 29 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Huntsville, AL, with an average rent of $847, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Illinois is Johns Creek, GA. Monthly rents here are on average $3,000 per month.

Let's compare Illinois's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Illinois is 39.39% more expensive than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 40.42% more expensive. Two bedrooms in Illinois are about 35.00% more expensive. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 26.44% more expensive. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 41 total cities near Illinois in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Indianapolis, IN	$784	$779	$1,350	$1,100
St. Louis, MO	$1,650	$1,910	$1,400	$1,650
Oak Park, IL	$1,902	$1,725	$2,073	$2,295
Chicago, IL	$1,675	$2,233	$2,695	$2,395
Aurora, IL	$1,350	$1,300	$2,200	$2,450
Schaumburg, IL	N/A	$2,182	$2,300	$2,456
Skokie, IL	$1,195	$2,113	$2,300	$2,500
Evanston, IL	$2,218	$1,963	$2,294	$2,500
Vernon Hills, IL	$2,004	$2,229	$2,200	$2,525
Naperville, IL	$1,325	$1,650	$2,325	$2,993

Top Neighborhoods Near Illinois

There are a total of 88 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 88 total neighborhoods in or near Illinois in the following table.

The average rent for these 30 neighborhoods in or near Illinois is currently around $1,980 per month. A total of 63 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Illinois's average rent, which is actually $2,395. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Illinois, Westwood has the most affordable average rent at $979 per month. Whereas, at $4,090 average rent per month, Downtown Greenville 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	$1,700	$1,020	$1,365	$1,300
Eldridge - West Oaks, Houston, TX	N/A	$949	$1,200	$1,449
Alief, Houston, TX	$779	$940	$1,250	$1,450
South Shore, Chicago, IL	$1,098	$1,150	$1,450	$1,500
Edgewater, Chicago, IL	$1,300	$1,600	$2,495	$1,600
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,325	$1,450	$1,995	$1,773
Neartown - Montrose, Houston, TX	$1,100	$1,325	$2,250	$1,830
Uptown, Chicago, IL	$1,350	$1,700	$2,500	$1,900
Great Uptown, Houston, TX	N/A	$1,350	$1,948	$1,943
Greater Heights, Houston, TX	$1,415	$1,213	$2,100	$1,973
West Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,100	$1,500	$1,950	$1,976
Albany Park, Chicago, IL	$1,275	$1,560	$2,000	$1,998
Pilsen, Chicago, IL	$1,998	$1,500	$2,100	$2,100
Acres Home, Houston, TX	$2,075	$1,525	$1,550	$2,200
Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL	$1,500	$1,725	$2,000	$2,200
Ravenswood, Chicago, IL	$1,400	$1,900	$2,695	$2,250
Logan Square, Chicago, IL	$1,548	$2,050	$2,450	$2,345
Lakeview, Chicago, IL	$1,520	$2,195	$3,125	$2,400
Midtown, Atlanta, GA	$1,515	$1,950	$3,400	$2,476
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL	$995	$1,650	$2,390	$2,563
Downtown Houston, Houston, TX	$1,610	$2,309	$3,000	$2,700
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL	$1,850	$2,650	$3,950	$2,725
Washington Avenue - Memorial Park, Houston, TX	$1,482	$1,688	$2,359	$2,750
The Loop, Chicago, IL	$2,292	$2,538	$3,777	$2,750
South Loop, Chicago, IL	$2,154	$2,392	$3,300	$2,804
Grogan's Mill, The Woodlands, TX	N/A	$1,850	$2,680	$2,850
Near North Side, Chicago, IL	$2,155	$2,635	$4,000	$2,975
Near West Side, Chicago, IL	$2,250	$2,658	$3,711	$3,000
West Town, Chicago, IL	$2,517	$2,743	$3,750	$3,300
DePaul, Chicago, IL	$1,975	$2,600	$3,600	$3,600

Top Counties Near Illinois

There are a total of 47 counties located by Illinois. Some of these counties include Center, Indianapolis, IN, St. Louis, MO, and Leyden, IL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,100. That's roughly around $16 per sqft. A total of 31 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Madison, AL. Its average rent per month is $850. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,200, Vernon, IL is the most expensive county by Illinois.

Typically, rent for studios in Illinois is 27.58% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Illinois is 31.38% more expensive than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Illinois is 26.30% 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	$825	$825	$1,425	$1,284
St. Louis, MO	$1,650	$1,910	$1,400	$1,650
Leyden, IL	N/A	$1,488	$1,898	$1,975
Lisle, IL	N/A	$1,650	$1,900	$2,050
Chicago, IL	$1,675	$2,233	$2,695	$2,395
Downers Grove, IL	N/A	$1,595	$2,000	$2,450
Schaumburg, IL	N/A	$1,585	$2,250	$2,500
Naperville, IL	$1,325	$2,100	$2,300	$2,600
Maine, IL	N/A	$1,600	$2,375	$2,600
Wheatland, Naperville, IL	N/A	N/A	$2,400	$3,000

Top Zipcodes Near Illinois

There are a total of 48 zipcodes in or near Illinois. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,311. A total of 26 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 77057, Houston, TX at $1,365 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $3,102 per month is 60611, Chicago, IL.

Studios in these zipcodes have an average rent of $1,498. 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 $1,573 per month. Or in other words, $28 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,186 per month. Which comes out to $24 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	$1,535	$2,100	$3,048	$2,323
60613, Chicago, IL	$1,500	$2,250	$3,000	$2,597
60614, Chicago, IL	$1,850	$2,640	$3,895	$2,800
60640, Chicago, IL	$1,300	$1,795	$2,500	$1,900
60626, Chicago, IL	$1,325	$1,450	$2,000	$1,750
60647, Chicago, IL	$1,595	$2,195	$2,600	$2,415
60611, Chicago, IL	$2,100	$2,600	$4,049	$3,102
77449, Houston, TX	$650	$1,292	$1,693	$1,980
77007, Houston, TX	$1,415	$1,688	$2,360	$2,700
60622, Chicago, IL	$2,378	$2,595	$2,800	$2,900

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 $2,395. 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 $1,650 and an average price per square feet of $43.20. There are a total of 969 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 $2,014 and an average price per square feet of $32.24. There are a total of 2,587 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 $2,300 and an average price per square feet of $24.82. There are a total of 3,908 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 0.22%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.19%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.09%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.09% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Illinois?

A reasonable rent price in Illinois is around $1,916/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.