Average Rent in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL

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Current Versus Historical Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL Rents

Jefferson Park rentals average $1,345 for a studio rental to $5,200 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,325, or roughly $23 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 $39 (3.05%) year-over-year from $1,283 to $1,323. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $433 (31.71%) year-over-year from $1,367 to $1,800. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $392 (21.66%) year-over-year from $1,808 to $2,200. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $117 (4.70%) year-over-year from $2,483 to $2,600. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $2,218 (47.36%) year-over-year from $4,682 to $6,900. 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 0.06% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 14.95% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.94% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 14.71% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 45.52% this month.
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Price / Sqft
Oct 2026 Rent 1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-) 3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio $26.90 $1,323 $1,283 (3.05%) $622 (112.79%)
1 BR $22.80 $1,800 $1,367 (31.71%) $1,289 (39.63%)
2 BR $23.37 $2,200 $1,808 (21.66%) $1,765 (24.65%)
3 BR $21.43 $2,600 $2,483 (4.70%) $2,015 (29.03%)
4+ BR $25.77 $6,900 $4,682 (47.36%) $2,633 (162.11%)

Historical Rents in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL

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Top Cities Near Jefferson Park

There are a total of 11 cities nearby Jefferson Park. The average rent in Jefferson Park is currently $2,450 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Palatine, IL, with an average rent of $2,150, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL is Naperville, IL. Monthly rents here are on average $2,993 per month.

Let's compare Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL is 5.02% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 22.52% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL are about 0.84% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 15.38% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 10 cities out of 11 total cities near Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL in the following table.
City Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Palatine, IL $1,300 $1,500 $1,950 $2,150
Oak Park, IL $1,902 $1,725 $2,073 $2,295
Wheaton, IL $1,475 $1,899 $2,349 $2,349
Chicago, IL $1,675 $2,233 $2,695 $2,395
Arlington Heights, IL $1,200 $1,750 $2,100 $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 Jefferson Park

There are a total of 23 neighborhoods in or near Jefferson Park. Some of these neighborhoods include South Shore, Edgewater, and Rogers Park. We've included all of these top 23 neighborhoods in or near Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL in the following table.

The average rent for these 23 neighborhoods in or near Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL is currently around $2,345 per month. A total of 11 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only twelve neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,345. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Jefferson Park's average rent, which is only $2,325. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Jefferson Park, South Shore has the most affordable average rent at $1,500 per month. Whereas, at $3,600 average rent per month, DePaul is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Jefferson Park. View the following table for more information.
Neighborhood Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
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
Uptown, Chicago, IL $1,350 $1,700 $2,500 $1,900
Lawndale, Chicago, IL $1,200 N/A $1,700 $1,925
Hyde Park, Chicago, IL $1,125 $1,500 $2,400 $1,950
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
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
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL $995 $1,650 $2,390 $2,563
West Loop, Chicago, IL $2,100 $2,600 $3,625 $2,700
Lincoln Park, Chicago, IL $1,850 $2,650 $3,950 $2,725
The Loop, Chicago, IL $2,292 $2,538 $3,777 $2,750
South Loop, Chicago, IL $2,154 $2,392 $3,300 $2,804
Bucktown, Chicago, IL $2,166 $2,302 $3,400 $2,900
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 Jefferson Park

There are a total of 27 counties located by Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL. Some of these counties include Leyden, IL, Proviso, IL, and Oak Park, IL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,450. That's roughly around $24 per sqft. A total of 10 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Worth, IL. Its average rent per month is $1,725. Vice versa, with an average rent of $3,200, Vernon, IL is the most expensive county by Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL.

Typically, rent for studios in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL is 10.97% more expensive than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL is 3.23% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL is 7.69% more expensive than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the table below.
County Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
Leyden, IL N/A $1,488 $1,898 $1,975
Proviso, IL $1,295 $1,400 $1,875 $1,998
Oak Park, IL $1,902 $1,725 $2,073 $2,295
Chicago, IL $1,675 $2,233 $2,695 $2,395
Elk Grove, IL N/A $1,825 $2,200 $2,475
Evanston, IL $2,218 $1,963 $2,294 $2,500
Wheeling, IL $1,200 $1,755 $2,000 $2,500
Maine, IL N/A $1,600 $2,375 $2,600
Niles, IL $1,195 $2,300 $2,325 $2,895
Northfield, IL N/A $1,550 $2,348 $2,963

Top Zipcodes Near Jefferson Park

There are a total of 37 zipcodes in or near Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,285. A total of 20 zipcodes have an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 60649, Chicago, IL at $1,500 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 $1,500. That's at least $40 per sqft. Do you need more space than that? Average rent for one bedroom rentals for the zipcodes in or near Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL is $1,795 per month. Or in other words, $33 per sqft. Meanwhile, two bedroom apartments will cost you an average of $2,300 per month. Which comes out to $27 per sqft. The following table includes the top 10 zipcodes in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.
Zipcode Studio 1 Bed 2 Bed All
60630, Chicago, IL $1,345 $1,550 $2,200 $2,138
60641, Chicago, IL $1,565 $1,500 $1,950 $1,950
60634, Chicago, IL N/A $1,400 $1,875 $2,025
60625, Chicago, IL $1,295 $1,750 $2,198 $2,000
60659, Chicago, IL $1,050 $1,400 $1,895 $1,900
60639, Chicago, IL N/A $1,345 $1,738 $1,795
60618, Chicago, IL $1,475 $1,850 $2,175 $2,225
60077, Skokie, IL $1,195 $2,325 $2,300 $2,600
60645, Chicago, IL $1,350 $1,550 $1,975 $1,976
60660, Chicago, IL $1,300 $1,550 $2,483 $1,550

Frequently Asked Questions - Jefferson Park Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?
The average monthly rental price for Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL apartments for rent is approximately $2,325. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.
Do Jefferson Park, 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 Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL.
How much is a studio apartment in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?
The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $1,345 and an average price per square feet of $26.90. There are a total of 4 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Jefferson Park.
How much is a one bedroom apartment in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?
The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,550 and an average price per square feet of $22.80. There are a total of 5 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Jefferson Park.
How much is a two bedroom apartment in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?
The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,275 and an average price per square feet of $23.37. There are a total of 30 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Jefferson Park.
How have rent prices in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL changed this year?
Rent prices for rentals in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by 0.03%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.32%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.22%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.05% year-over-year.
What is a reasonable rent price in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL?
A reasonable rent price in Jefferson Park, Chicago, IL is around $1,860/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.