Average Rent in Woodlawn, Chicago, IL

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Current Versus Historical Woodlawn, Chicago, IL Rents

Woodlawn rentals average $1,500 for a 1-bedroom rental to $2,325 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,250, or roughly $2 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in January 2025, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $593 (-96.74%) year-over-year from $613 to $20. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $374 (33.20%) year-over-year from $1,126 to $1,500. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $868 (65.21%) year-over-year from $1,332 to $2,200. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $770 (50.33%) year-over-year from $1,530 to $2,300. 4-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $214 (8.80%) year-over-year from $2,433 to $2,648. 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 down by 0.00% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone down by 4.26% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 8.87% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 0.73% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.44% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Jan 2025 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
1 BR	$2.38	$1,500	$1,126 (33.20%)	$1,066 (40.68%)
2 BR	$1.62	$2,200	$1,332 (65.21%)	$1,257 (75.07%)
3 BR	$1.55	$2,300	$1,530 (50.33%)	$1,939 (18.61%)
4+ BR	$1.73	$2,648	$2,433 (8.80%)	$2,103 (25.87%)

Historical Rents in Woodlawn, Chicago, IL

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Top Cities Near Woodlawn

There are a total of 6 cities nearby Woodlawn. The average rent in Woodlawn is currently $2,525 per month. A total of 2 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Chicago, IL, with an average rent of $2,150, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Woodlawn, Chicago, IL is Naperville, IL. Monthly rents here are on average $2,800 per month.

Let's compare Woodlawn, Chicago, IL's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. One bedrooms are about 30.03% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Woodlawn, Chicago, IL are about 22.03% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 31.52% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 6 cities near Woodlawn, Chicago, IL in the following chart.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Chicago, IL	$1,388	$1,808	$2,200	$2,150
Schaumburg, IL	N/A	$2,094	$2,387	$2,250
Aurora, IL	N/A	$1,475	$2,250	$2,400
Oak Park, IL	N/A	$2,175	$2,573	$2,650
Evanston, IL	N/A	$2,225	$2,795	$2,750
Naperville, IL	N/A	N/A	$2,250	$2,800

Top Neighborhoods Near Woodlawn

There are a total of 15 neighborhoods in or near Woodlawn. Some of these neighborhoods include South Shore, Uptown, and Rogers Park. We've included all of these top 15 neighborhoods in or near Woodlawn, Chicago, IL in the following chart.

The average rent for these 15 neighborhoods in or near Woodlawn, Chicago, IL is currently around $2,245 per month. A total of 8 neighborhoods have a lower average rent. Meaning, only seven neighborhoods have a higher average rent than $2,245. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Woodlawn, South Shore has the most affordable average rent at $1,450 per month. Whereas, at $3,150 average rent per month, The Loop is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Woodlawn. View the following chart for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
South Shore, Chicago, IL	$1,018	$1,050	$1,450	$1,450
Uptown, Chicago, IL	$1,195	$1,560	$2,233	$1,590
Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	$1,200	$1,537	$1,875	$1,675
Edgewater, Chicago, IL	$1,300	$1,650	$2,195	$1,775
Pilsen, Chicago, IL	N/A	$1,600	$1,598	$1,950
Humboldt Park, Chicago, IL	N/A	$2,063	$1,650	$2,033
West Rogers Park, Chicago, IL	N/A	$1,700	$1,950	$2,100
Bronzeville, Chicago, IL	N/A	$1,638	$2,100	$2,245
Logan Square, Chicago, IL	$1,598	$2,200	$2,250	$2,300
Lakeview, Chicago, IL	$1,535	$2,000	$2,825	$2,303
Hyde Park, Chicago, IL	$1,145	$1,495	$1,885	$2,395
South Loop, Chicago, IL	$1,750	$2,200	$2,800	$2,655
West Town, Chicago, IL	$2,360	$2,330	$2,667	$2,775
Near North Side, Chicago, IL	$1,823	$2,450	$3,800	$2,973
The Loop, Chicago, IL	$2,020	$2,588	$3,250	$3,150

Top Counties Near Woodlawn

There are a total of 15 counties located by Woodlawn, Chicago, IL. Some of these counties include Downers Grove, IL, Chicago, IL, and Schaumburg, IL. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,395. That's roughly around $2 per sqft. A total of 4 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Downers Grove, IL. It's average rent per month is $2,100. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,750, Evanston, IL is the most expensive county by Woodlawn, Chicago, IL.

In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Woodlawn, Chicago, IL is 25.00% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Woodlawn, Chicago, IL is 23.21% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed the top 10 counties in the chart below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Downers Grove, IL	N/A	$1,850	$2,195	$2,100
Chicago, IL	$1,388	$1,808	$2,200	$2,150
Schaumburg, IL	N/A	$2,142	$2,195	$2,228
Milton, IL	N/A	$1,830	$2,300	$2,249
Palatine, IL	N/A	$1,901	$2,382	$2,300
Libertyville, IL	N/A	$1,966	$2,400	$2,490
Naperville, IL	N/A	N/A	$2,273	$2,500
Oak Park, IL	N/A	$2,175	$2,573	$2,650
Leyden, IL	N/A	$1,375	$2,650	$2,650
Evanston, IL	N/A	$2,225	$2,795	$2,750

Top Zipcodes Near Woodlawn

There are a total of 2 zipcodes in or near Woodlawn, Chicago, IL. The average rent for all of these zipcodes is $2,200.

The following chart includes the top 2 zipcodes in Woodlawn, Chicago, IL. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
60615, Chicago, IL	$1,178	$1,495	$1,885	$2,100
60618, Chicago, IL	$1,673	$1,820	$2,100	$2,300

Frequently Asked Questions - Woodlawn Average Rents

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

The average monthly rental price for Woodlawn, Chicago, IL apartments for rent is approximately $2,250. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Woodlawn, 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 Woodlawn, Chicago, IL.

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

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $0 and an average price per square feet of $0.00. There are a total of 0 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Woodlawn.

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

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,500 and an average price per square feet of $2.38. There are a total of 3 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Woodlawn.

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

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $1,900 and an average price per square feet of $1.62. There are a total of 13 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Woodlawn.

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

Rent prices for rentals in Woodlawn, Chicago, IL can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.97%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.33%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.65%, and three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.50% year-over-year.

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

A reasonable rent price in Woodlawn, Chicago, IL is around $1,800/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.