Average Rent in Joliet, IL
What is the average rent in Joliet, IL?
The average listed apartment rent in Joliet, IL is $1,994 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 15 priced apartments in 2 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.
2 apartment buildings, 15 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in Joliet, ILAvg Rent
$1,994/mo
median $2,095
market average
Cheapest
$1,250/mo
Bays Tower Apartments
Properties
2
tracked daily
Units
15
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Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 2 properties in Joliet, IL.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Joliet, IL Rent Prices
All 2 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Pheasant Run Apartments
1 Bradford Rd # 1, Joliet, IL 60433, USA
Bays Tower Apartments
311 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60432, USA
The Birches
2355 White Birch Ln, Joliet, IL 60435, USA
Timber Pointe Apartments
248 Timber Ridge Ct, Joliet, IL 60431, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pheasant Run Apartments 1 Bradford Rd # 1, Joliet, IL 60433, USA | $1,230 as of Oct 16 | $1,305 | $1.84/ft² | 4.6 (324) | 3 |
| 2 | Bays Tower Apartments 311 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60432, USA | $1,250 | $1,410 | $2.76/ft² | 4.9 (83) | 5 |
| 3 | The Birches 2355 White Birch Ln, Joliet, IL 60435, USA | $1,315 as of Oct 20 | $1,315 | $2.50/ft² | 4.6 (384) | 1 |
| 4 | Timber Pointe Apartments 248 Timber Ridge Ct, Joliet, IL 60431, USA | $1,895 | $2,287 | $2.01/ft² | 4.7 (21) | 10 |
Rent & Price History by Building
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Pheasant Run Apartments
4.6 (324)1 Bradford Rd # 1, Joliet, IL 60433, USA
Bays Tower Apartments
4.9 (83)311 N Ottawa St, Joliet, IL 60432, USA
The Birches
4.6 (384)2355 White Birch Ln, Joliet, IL 60435, USA
Timber Pointe Apartments
4.7 (21)248 Timber Ridge Ct, Joliet, IL 60431, USA
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Joliet, IL neighborhoods
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Joliet, IL Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in Joliet, IL is $1,994 per month, based on 15 units across 2 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,250 at Bays Tower Apartments to $2,700 at Timber Pointe Apartments.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,300/mo | $1,250/mo | 2 |
| 1 Bed | $1,698/mo | $1,350/mo | 4 |
| 2 Bed | $2,281/mo | $1,550/mo | 9 |
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 Joliet, IL, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in Joliet, IL averages $1,698/mo , with two-bedroom units averaging $2,281/mo. At the local median household income of $88,026, that works out to 27% of gross income, near the 30 percent affordability ceiling.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Joliet, IL at $1,237/mo. The current tracked market average runs 61% 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 Joliet, IL while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Joliet, 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
$80,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,994/mo.
Comfortable income
$96,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,250/mo), you need to earn at least $50,000/year.
Median household income in Joliet, IL is $88,026 , about 8% below the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in Joliet, IL
Overall prices in Joliet, 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 Joliet, IL's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,994 |
| Utilities | $477 |
| Groceries | $563 |
| Transportation | $1,138 |
| Healthcare | $555 |
| Other goods and services | $888 |
| Estimated total | $5,615/mo |
Population
149,785
Median household income
$88,026
Census median rent
$1,237/mo
Census rent burden
30.5%
Median age
35.3
Mean commute
29 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 Joliet, IL rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Joliet, IL | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | $2,996 | +50% | -0.3% | 36 |
| Aurora, IL | $2,094 | +5% | +1.3% | 15 |
| Schaumburg, IL | $2,447 | +23% | -1.3% | 13 |
| Naperville, IL | $2,427 | +22% | +3.1% | 12 |
| Rockford, IL | $1,327 | -33% | -2.3% | 12 |
| Evanston, IL | $3,100 | +55% | +0.8% | 11 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Joliet, IL?
The average listed apartment rent in Joliet, IL is $1,994 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 15 priced apartments in 2 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in Joliet, IL?
The median asking rent in Joliet, IL is $2,095 per month, computed from 15 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,994/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Joliet, IL?
The lowest available rent in Joliet, IL starts at $1,250 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Joliet, IL?
1-bedroom apartments in Joliet, IL average $1,698/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,350/mo across 4 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Joliet, IL?
2-bedroom apartments in Joliet, IL average $2,281/mo. Units start from $1,550/mo across 9 units currently listed.
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