Last updated August 19, 2026
Average Rent in Illinois (2026)
Average rent across Illinois is $2,454/mo as of August 2026, based on 3,401 units tracked daily across 61 cities and 249 apartment communities. Rents are up $138 (6.4%) compared to 30 days ago. Prices range from $600 to $15,000.
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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 | $3,165 | +$247 | 717 | $1,115 |
| Evanston | $2,730 | +$126 | 600 | $975 |
| Aurora | $2,221 | -$17 | 244 | $1,483 |
| Schaumburg | $1,974 | -$29 | 184 | $1,000 |
| Naperville | $2,458 | +$85 | 158 | $1,559 |
| Elgin | $2,111 | -$127 | 133 | $1,464 |
| Arlington Heights | $2,419 | +$32 | 121 | $1,421 |
| Des Plaines | $2,260 | +$63 | 112 | $1,495 |
| Waukegan | $1,794 | +$28 | 79 | $900 |
| Rockford | $1,290 | +$132 | 62 | $850 |
| Cicero | $2,835 | +$135 | 61 | $1,000 |
| Lockport | $2,386 | +$225 | 59 | $1,714 |
| Bolingbrook | $2,330 | +$21 | 56 | $1,741 |
| Skokie | $2,535 | +$674 | 56 | $1,325 |
| Woodridge | $2,152 | +$222 | 54 | $1,580 |
| Peoria | $1,275 | -$457 | 51 | $750 |
| Plainfield | $2,277 | +$48 | 47 | $1,720 |
| Springfield | $1,240 | -$1 | 41 | $600 |
| Oak Park | $2,590 | +$299 | 38 | $1,949 |
| West Dundee | $2,382 | -$89 | 38 | $1,736 |
Show 41 smaller Illinois cities
| City | Avg Rent | 30d Change | Units | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington | $1,224 | +$35 | 35 | $753 |
| Palatine | $2,614 | -$35 | 33 | $1,510 |
| Morton Grove | $2,425 | -$188 | 32 | $1,843 |
| Northbrook | $2,330 | +$149 | 30 | $2,029 |
| Romeoville | $2,260 | -$62 | 28 | $1,715 |
| Champaign | $1,102 | +$24 | 24 | $650 |
| Decatur | $1,210 | -$94 | 22 | $625 |
| Joliet | $1,617 | -$55 | 21 | $895 |
| Lombard | $2,510 | -$204 | 21 | $1,953 |
| St Charles | $2,275 | -$184 | 21 | $1,790 |
| Mt Prospect | $2,391 | -$31 | 20 | $1,230 |
| Normal | $1,125 | +$15 | 16 | $775 |
| East Peoria | $2,194 | -$3 | 14 | $1,970 |
| Downers Grove | $1,997 | +$6 | 12 | $1,733 |
| North Aurora | $2,812 | -$52 | 12 | $2,485 |
| Orland Park | $3,217 | -$2 | 12 | $2,852 |
| La Grange | $3,105 | +$62 | 10 | $2,316 |
| Montgomery | $1,990 | +$342 | 10 | $1,200 |
| Itasca | $1,629 | +$94 | 9 | $1,500 |
| Park Ridge | $3,229 | -$56 | 9 | $2,422 |
| Tinley Park | $1,787 | +$254 | 9 | $1,509 |
| Warrenville | $2,641 | +$68 | 8 | $2,354 |
| Wheaton | $1,698 | +$77 | 8 | $1,611 |
| Justice | $1,278 | -$26 | 7 | $1,243 |
| Prospect Heights | $1,743 | +$29 | 7 | $1,475 |
| Westmont | $1,693 | +$143 | 7 | $1,537 |
| Algonquin | $2,178 | -$116 | 6 | $1,897 |
| Oak Forest | $1,526 | +$148 | 6 | $1,390 |
| Oswego | $1,969 | -$64 | 6 | $1,717 |
| Lansing | $1,290 | -- | 5 | $1,200 |
| Oak Lawn | $1,735 | +$49 | 5 | $1,650 |
| Calumet City | $1,065 | -- | 4 | $900 |
| Cherry Valley | $1,399 | -- | 4 | $1,299 |
| Orland Hills | $1,650 | -$33 | 4 | $1,550 |
| Palos Hills | $1,433 | +$103 | 4 | $1,330 |
| Alsip | $1,658 | +$37 | 3 | $1,525 |
| La Grange Park | $1,000 | -$616 | 2 | $1,000 |
| Burbank | $1,505 | -$150 | 1 | $1,505 |
| Elk Grove Village | $1,938 | +$217 | 1 | $1,938 |
| Forest Park | $1,825 | +$137 | 1 | $1,825 |
| Loves Park | $1,525 | -$25 | 1 | $1,525 |
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 $18M per month ($215M 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 | 98% | 575 |
| 2.Reserve Randall Road | West Dundee, IL | $1.7M/mo | 97% | 704 |
| 3.465 North Park | Chicago, IL | $1.4M/mo | 96% | 444 |
| 4.AMLI at Seven Bridges | Woodridge, IL | $1.1M/mo | 92% | 520 |
| 5.The Quin Schaumburg Apartments | Schaumburg, IL | $956K/mo | 95% | 373 |
| 6.Parq Fulton | Chicago, IL | $938K/mo | 94% | 278 |
| 7.500 Station | Aurora, IL | $888K/mo | 95% | 417 |
| 8.AMLI 808 | Chicago, IL | $843K/mo | 96% | 319 |
| 9.Apartments at Residences of Orland Park Crossing | Orland Park, IL | $684K/mo | 97% | 231 |
| 10.The Residences of Orland Park Crossing | Orland Park, IL | $684K/mo | 97% | 231 |
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 | $2,034 | $625 | $4,715 | 771 |
| 1 Bedroom | $2,256 | $600 | $10,000 | 1,256 |
| 2 Bedroom | $2,634 | $725 | $14,500 | 1,126 |
| 3 Bedroom | $3,834 | $753 | $12,450 | 223 |
1 bedroom bucket hidden with fewer than 100 tracked units.
Illinois Rent Trend Over Time
Average rent trend across all tracked Illinois apartments.
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What is the average rent in Illinois?
The average rent in Illinois is $2,454 per month as of August 2026, based on 3,401 units tracked across 61 cities.
Which Illinois city has the cheapest rent?
Champaign has the lowest average rent in Illinois at $1,102 per month, with units starting from $650.
Are rents going up or down in Illinois?
Rents in Illinois have increased by $138 (6.4%) 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 $2,256 per month, with 1,256 units available.
What is the most expensive city in Illinois?
Park Ridge is the most expensive city in Illinois with an average rent of $3,229 per month.
How many apartments are available in Illinois?
We track 3,401 individual units across 249 apartment communities in 61 Illinois cities. Prices are updated daily.
What is the average rent for a studio in Illinois?
The average studio apartment rent in Illinois is $2,034 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.