Average Rent in Arlington Heights, IL
What is the average rent in Arlington Heights, IL?
The average listed apartment rent in Arlington Heights, IL is $2,335 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 167 priced apartments in 10 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 6, 2026 through November 8, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
10 apartment buildings, 167 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Arlington Heights, ILCheapest
$1,566/mo
Orion ParkView
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10
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167
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Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
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Arlington Heights, IL Rent Prices
All 10 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Orion ParkView
1821 W Golf Rd, Mt Prospect, IL 60056, USA
Hancock Square at Arlington Station
200 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
Ashton Arlington Heights
2400 S Goebbert Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
Brook Run
2734 N Buffalo Grove Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
Residences at Payton Place
3401 Payton Pl, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
ONE Wheeling Town Center
375 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090, USA
Uptown 500
500 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Orion ParkView 1821 W Golf Rd, Mt Prospect, IL 60056, USA | $1,566 | $1,802 | $2.16/ft² | 2.5 (241) | 25 |
| 2 | Hancock Square at Arlington Station 200 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA | $1,723 | $2,269 | $2.56/ft² | 4.3 (144) | 36 |
| 3 | Ashton Arlington Heights 2400 S Goebbert Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA | $1,750 | $1,956 | $2.22/ft² | 4 (128) | 6 |
| 4 | Brook Run 2734 N Buffalo Grove Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA | $1,790 | $2,099 | $2.43/ft² | 4.1 (176) | 9 |
| 5 | Residences at Payton Place 3401 Payton Pl, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA | $1,899 | $2,554 | $2.61/ft² | 4.4 (137) | 32 |
| 6 | ONE Wheeling Town Center 375 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090, USA | $1,988 | $2,465 | $2.51/ft² | 4.2 (145) | 15 |
| 7 | Uptown 500 500 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090, USA | $1,994 | $2,599 | $2.49/ft² | 4 (140) | 13 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Orion ParkView
2.5 (241)1821 W Golf Rd, Mt Prospect, IL 60056, USA
Hancock Square at Arlington Station
4.3 (144)200 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
Ashton Arlington Heights
4 (128)2400 S Goebbert Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
Brook Run
4.1 (176)2734 N Buffalo Grove Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60004, USA
Residences at Payton Place
4.4 (137)3401 Payton Pl, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA
ONE Wheeling Town Center
4.2 (145)375 W Dundee Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090, USA
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Arlington Heights, IL neighborhoods
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Arlington Heights, IL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Arlington Heights, IL is $2,335 per month, based on 167 units across 10 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,566 at Orion ParkView to $3,550 at Residences at Payton Place.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,988/mo | $1,723/mo | 15 |
| 1 Bed | $2,244/mo | $1,566/mo | 63 |
| 2 Bed | $2,424/mo | $1,637/mo | 86 |
| 3 Bed | $3,417/mo | $3,300/mo | 3 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in Arlington Heights, IL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Arlington Heights, IL averages $2,244/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,424/mo. At the local median household income of $118,532, that works out to 24% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Arlington Heights, IL at $1,727/mo. The current tracked market average runs 35% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Arlington Heights, IL while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Arlington Heights, 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
$93,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,335/mo.
Comfortable income
$112,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,566/mo), you need to earn at least $63,000/year.
Median household income in Arlington Heights, IL is $118,532 , about 6% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Arlington Heights, IL
Overall prices in Arlington Heights, IL runs above the national average by about 2% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 102.5, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Arlington Heights, IL's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,335 |
| Utilities | $477 |
| Groceries | $563 |
| Transportation | $1,138 |
| Healthcare | $555 |
| Other goods and services | $888 |
| Estimated total | $5,956/mo |
Population
76,220
Median household income
$118,532
Census median rent
$1,727/mo
Census rent burden
24.6%
Median age
42.7
Mean commute
28 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
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
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
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 were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Illinois
How Arlington Heights, IL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Arlington Heights, IL | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | $2,996 | +28% | -0.9% | 36 |
| Aurora, IL | $2,089 | -11% | +1.9% | 15 |
| Schaumburg, IL | $2,447 | +5% | -1.3% | 13 |
| Naperville, IL | $2,425 | +4% | +5.6% | 12 |
| Rockford, IL | $1,326 | -43% | -1.3% | 12 |
| Evanston, IL | $3,061 | +31% | -0.2% | 11 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Arlington Heights, IL?
The average listed apartment rent in Arlington Heights, IL is $2,335 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 167 priced apartments in 10 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Arlington Heights, IL?
The median asking rent in Arlington Heights, IL is $2,305 per month, computed from 167 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $2,335/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Arlington Heights, IL?
The lowest available rent in Arlington Heights, IL starts at $1,566 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Arlington Heights, IL?
1-bedroom apartments in Arlington Heights, IL average $2,244/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,566/mo across 63 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Arlington Heights, IL?
2-bedroom apartments in Arlington Heights, IL average $2,424/mo. Units start from $1,637/mo across 86 units currently listed.
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