Average Rent in Des Plaines, IL
6 apartment buildings, 54 units. Real asking prices, refreshed daily.
Avg Rent
$2,508/mo
market average
Cheapest
$750/mo
Glen Oaks Commons
Properties
6
tracked daily
Units
54
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 6 properties in Des Plaines, IL.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Des Plaines, IL Rent Prices
All 6 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Glen Oaks Commons
9273 Fairway Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Park Colony Apartments
9350 Congress Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
The Monarch
150 E River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Kingston Pointe Apartments
1646 River St Unit 516, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
River 595 Apartments
595 S Des Plaines River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Welkin Apartments
1425 Ellinwood St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Glen Oaks Commons 9273 Fairway Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA | $750 | $750 | -- | 2.9 (217) | 1 |
| 2 | Park Colony Apartments 9350 Congress Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA | $1,495 | $1,779 | $1.86 | 3.2 (73) | 9 |
| 3 | The Monarch 150 E River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA | $2,202 | $2,712 | $2.52 | 3.5 (173) | 25 |
| 4 | Kingston Pointe Apartments 1646 River St Unit 516, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA | $2,251 | $2,572 | $2.21 | 4.3 (113) | 7 |
| 5 | River 595 Apartments 595 S Des Plaines River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA | $2,310 | $2,648 | $2.10 | 4.2 (62) | 2 |
| 6 | Welkin Apartments 1425 Ellinwood St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA | $2,364 | $2,756 | $2.99 | 4.5 (40) | 10 |
Explore Each Property
Glen Oaks Commons
2.9 (217)9273 Fairway Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Park Colony Apartments
3.2 (73)9350 Congress Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
The Monarch
3.5 (173)150 E River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Kingston Pointe Apartments
4.3 (113)1646 River St Unit 516, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
River 595 Apartments
4.2 (62)595 S Des Plaines River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Welkin Apartments
4.5 (40)1425 Ellinwood St, Des Plaines, IL 60016, USA
Des Plaines, IL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Des Plaines, IL is $2,508 per month, based on 54 units across 6 apartment communities. Prices range from $750 at Glen Oaks Commons to $2,364 at Welkin Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $2,143/mo | $750/mo | 29 |
| 2 Bed | $2,739/mo | $1,995/mo | 18 |
| 3 Bed | $3,426/mo | $3,393/mo | 7 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Des Plaines, IL?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$100,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,508/mo.
Comfortable income
$120,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($750/mo), you need to earn at least $30,000/year.
Cost of living in Des Plaines, IL
We only have live rent data for Des Plaines, IL so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,508 |
| Estimated total | $2,508/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
Compare
Nearby cities in Illinois
How Des Plaines, IL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Des Plaines, IL | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | $3,482 | +39% | 31 |
| Aurora, IL | $2,177 | -13% | 13 |
| Schaumburg, IL | $2,186 | -13% | 12 |
| Rockford, IL | $1,336 | -47% | 11 |
| Peoria, IL | $1,356 | -46% | 11 |
| Springfield, IL | $1,269 | -49% | 10 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Des Plaines, IL?
The average rent in Des Plaines, IL is $2,508 per month, based on 54 units across 6 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Des Plaines, IL?
The lowest available rent in Des Plaines, IL starts at $750 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Des Plaines, IL?
1-bedroom apartments in Des Plaines, IL average $2,143/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $750/mo across 29 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Des Plaines, IL?
2-bedroom apartments in Des Plaines, IL average $2,739/mo. Units start from $1,995/mo across 18 units currently listed.
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