Last updated October 14, 2026
Average Rent in Illinois (2026)
Average rent across Illinois is $2,259/mo as of October 2026, based on 3,012 units tracked daily across 65 cities and 252 apartment communities. Rents are down $140 (6.2%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $505 to $14,706.
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Illinois Rent by City
Cities ranked by tracked inventory depth, biggest first. Prices are refreshed daily.
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | $2,906 | -$113 | 541 | $1,075 |
| Aurora | $2,168 | +$124 | 266 | $1,404 |
| Arlington Heights | $2,324 | +$23 | 175 | $1,504 |
| Naperville | $2,477 | +$31 | 171 | $1,585 |
| Elgin | $1,942 | +$69 | 148 | $1,462 |
| Schaumburg | $2,077 | +$604 | 142 | $1,000 |
| Des Plaines | $2,068 | +$198 | 119 | $1,429 |
| Peoria | $1,355 | -$39 | 112 | $750 |
| Evanston | $3,011 | -$225 | 101 | $1,034 |
| Waukegan | $1,758 | +$3 | 92 | $1,050 |
| Rockford | $1,339 | -$44 | 88 | $505 |
| Bolingbrook | $2,173 | -$234 | 80 | $1,697 |
| Plainfield | $2,325 | +$276 | 80 | $1,703 |
| Champaign | $1,252 | -$1,574 | 79 | $775 |
| Lockport | $2,249 | +$211 | 59 | $1,708 |
| Cicero | $2,764 | -$71 | 55 | $1,000 |
| Springfield | $1,288 | -$55 | 51 | $750 |
| West Dundee | $2,604 | +$148 | 50 | $1,731 |
| Bloomington | $1,464 | +$49 | 47 | $785 |
| Oak Park | $2,341 | -$232 | 39 | $1,375 |
Show 45 smaller Illinois cities
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodridge | $2,257 | +$66 | 38 | $1,695 |
| Wheeling | $2,130 | -- | 35 | $1,810 |
| Tinley Park | $2,889 | +$836 | 34 | $1,509 |
| Palatine | $2,888 | +$221 | 31 | $1,585 |
| Montgomery | $1,965 | +$161 | 30 | $1,562 |
| Joliet | $1,907 | +$408 | 28 | $1,245 |
| Northbrook | $2,352 | +$23 | 26 | $2,009 |
| Morton Grove | $2,448 | +$15 | 21 | $2,034 |
| Romeoville | $2,334 | -$53 | 21 | $1,630 |
| Lombard | $2,480 | +$126 | 20 | $2,090 |
| Skokie | $2,922 | +$136 | 19 | $2,343 |
| Algonquin | $2,021 | -$144 | 18 | $1,831 |
| Downers Grove | $1,985 | +$21 | 17 | $1,703 |
| Orland Park | $2,563 | +$96 | 16 | $1,959 |
| Wheaton | $1,904 | +$113 | 16 | $1,611 |
| St Charles | $1,965 | -$464 | 15 | $1,595 |
| La Grange | $2,836 | -$109 | 13 | $1,994 |
| Mt Prospect | $2,561 | +$448 | 13 | $2,226 |
| Park Ridge | $3,049 | -$371 | 10 | $2,517 |
| East Peoria | $2,293 | +$128 | 9 | $1,940 |
| Decatur | $889 | -$97 | 7 | $625 |
| Justice | $1,303 | -$7 | 7 | $1,245 |
| Crest Hill | $1,511 | -- | 6 | $1,289 |
| North Aurora | $2,769 | +$13 | 6 | $2,589 |
| Oswego | $1,920 | -$34 | 6 | $1,748 |
| Westmont | $1,718 | +$6 | 6 | $1,591 |
| Itasca | $1,727 | +$105 | 5 | $1,545 |
| Lansing | $1,290 | -- | 5 | $1,200 |
| Peoria Heights | $814 | -- | 5 | $700 |
| Elk Grove Village | $1,753 | -$169 | 4 | $1,653 |
| Moline | $1,085 | -$131 | 4 | $955 |
| Orland Hills | $1,650 | -- | 4 | $1,550 |
| Burbank | $1,537 | +$32 | 3 | $1,520 |
| Calumet City | $1,046 | -$19 | 3 | $900 |
| Cherry Valley | $1,399 | -- | 3 | $1,299 |
| Alsip | $1,675 | -$38 | 2 | $1,675 |
| Loves Park | $1,245 | -$105 | 2 | $1,165 |
| Oak Lawn | $1,588 | -$221 | 2 | $1,475 |
| Forest Park | $1,490 | -$175 | 1 | $1,490 |
| La Grange Park | $1,000 | -- | 1 | $1,000 |
| Oak Forest | $1,515 | -$28 | 1 | $1,515 |
| Palos Hills | $1,330 | -$103 | 1 | $1,330 |
| Riverdale | $1,470 | +$210 | 1 | $1,470 |
| Warrenville | $2,277 | -$161 | 1 | $2,277 |
| Wilmette | $13,113 | -- | 1 | $13,113 |
Which Illinois Cities Are Getting Cheaper?
30-day percent change in asking rent across Illinois cities. Green bars dropped, red bars rose. Showing the 15 biggest movers.
The Highest-Earning Apartment Buildings in Illinois
Across the 34 Illinois buildings we can estimate, rental revenue totals about $25M per month ($297M a year). Estimates come from each building's unit-level listing and leasing activity; click a building for the full methodology.
| Building | City | Est. Monthly Revenue | Est. Occupancy | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.Eugenie Terrace on the Park Apartments | Chicago, IL | $1.8M/mo | 97% | 575 |
| 2.465 North Park | Chicago, IL | $1.8M/mo | 100% | 444 |
| 3.Reserve Randall Road | West Dundee, IL | $1.7M/mo | 97% | 704 |
| 4.Willow + Wren Apartments | Aurora, IL | $1.4M/mo | 99% | 704 |
| 5.Butterfield Oaks Apartments | Aurora, IL | $1.4M/mo | 98% | 704 |
| 6.The Grove at Schaumburg Apartments | Schaumburg, IL | $1.2M/mo | 98% | 704 |
| 7.The Lakes at Fountain Square Apartment Homes | Waukegan, IL | $1.2M/mo | 99% | 704 |
| 8.AMLI at Seven Bridges | Woodridge, IL | $1.1M/mo | 95% | 520 |
| 9.Citypoint | Schaumburg, IL | $939K/mo | 99% | 105 |
| 10.The Quin Schaumburg Apartments | Schaumburg, IL | $913K/mo | 96% | 373 |
Research estimates from listing activity, not operator financials.
Rent by Bedroom Type
Average rent in Illinois broken down by apartment size. Only bedroom buckets with 100+ tracked units are shown so every row is backed by meaningful sample size.
| Type | Avg Rent | From | Up To | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,990 | $625 | $4,100 | 307 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,106 | $505 | $4,987 | 1,214 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,336 | $750 | $8,666 | 1,198 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,043 | $1,000 | $13,113 | 177 |
2 bedroom buckets hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Illinois Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Illinois apartments.
Explore Illinois apartments on the map
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What is the average rent in Illinois?
The average rent in Illinois is $2,259 per month as of October 2026, based on 3,012 units tracked across 65 cities.
Which Illinois city has the cheapest rent?
Peoria Heights has the lowest average rent in Illinois at $814 per month, with units starting from $700.
Are rents going up or down in Illinois?
Rents in Illinois have decreased by $140 (6.2%) over the last 30 days.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Illinois?
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Illinois is $2,106 per month, with 1,214 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Illinois?
Park Ridge is the most expensive city in Illinois with an average rent of $3,049 per month.
How many apartments are available in Illinois?
We track 3,012 individual units across 252 apartment communities in 65 Illinois cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Illinois?
The average studio apartment rent in Illinois is $1,990 per month.
How often are Illinois rent prices updated?
We refresh real asking prices every morning. All Illinois rent data is updated daily, giving you the most current pricing available.