Nearby rentals
Renter hub
Property management
Filters
The average monthly rent in Decatur is up 3.03% compared to last month and up 10.38% year-over-year.
Average rent
Track prices
Rent calculator
What can I afford?
All rentals
1d ago
1–3 beds
1 bath
$750–$1,199
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1020 W Main St #NA, Decatur, IL 62522
Assigned parking
5 beds
3 baths
$1,800
House for rent
Available Oct 3
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$850
House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Verified
2 beds
1 bath
$650
House for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$800
House for rent
Available Sep 30
5d+ ago
Verified
3 beds
1 bath
$650
House for rent
Available Sep 1
21h ago
3 beds
1 bath
$805
House for rent
Available Aug 21
21h ago
1–2 beds
1 bath
$625–$875
Apartment for rent
Be the first to hear about new listings matching your search.
23h ago
1 bed
2 baths
$625
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$575
Apartment for rent
On-Site Laundry
Dishwasher
In-Unit Laundry
Outdoor Space
1d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$950
Apartment for rent
1d ago
The Elms house for rent in Decatur
2248 N Water St, Decatur, IL 62526
In-unit laundry | Central heat | Carpet
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
House for rent
Available Nov 1
1d ago
Studio
1 bath
$625
Apartment for rent
1d ago
NUA house for rent in Decatur
979 W King St, Decatur, IL 62522
In-unit laundry | Carpet | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,000
House for rent
Available Nov 5
2d ago
West End house for rent in Decatur
1980 W Forest Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
In-unit laundry | Storage | Dishwasher
4 beds
2 baths
$2,250
House for rent
Available Nov 21
2d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$775
Apartment for rent
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$862
House for rent
Available May 12
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$850
House for rent
Available May 6
2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$845
House for rent
Available May 20
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$650
Apartment for rent
3d ago
1 bed
1 bath
$725
Apartment for rent
3d ago
The Elms house for rent in Decatur
3 beds
1 bath
$945
$895
Price drop
House for rent
Available Sep 25
4d ago
3707 N Northhaven Ct, Decatur, IL 62526
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Balcony
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Apartment for rent
4d ago
GM Square house for rent in Decatur
238 W Peoria Ave, Decatur, IL 62526
In-unit laundry | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,250
House for rent
Available Nov 1
4d ago
NE house for rent in Decatur
2 beds
1 bath
$820
House for rent
Available Nov 7
4d ago
SIA house for rent in Decatur
2 beds
1 bath
$800
House for rent
Available Dec 16
5d+ ago
Nelson Park - Lyons Park house for rent in Decatur
312 S 19th St, Decatur, IL 62521
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,595
House for rent
Available Oct 31
5d+ ago
Grant Park house for rent in Decatur
Garage parking
3 beds
1 bath
$995
House for rent
Available Oct 22
5d+ ago
NE house for rent in Decatur
2 beds
1 bath
$800
House for rent
Available Dec 12
5d+ ago
Greendell house for rent in Decatur
4 beds
2 baths
$1,200
House for rent
Available Dec 19
5d+ ago
Hess Park house for rent in Decatur
Garage parking | Fireplace
3 beds
1 bath
$895
House for rent
Available Oct 28
5d+ ago
Old King's Orchard house for rent in Decatur
1204 N Church St, Decatur, IL 62521
3 beds
1 bath
$999
House for rent
Available Oct 19
5d+ ago
Clokey Park house for rent in Decatur
340 N Calhoun St, Decatur, IL 62521
2 beds
1 bath
$999
House for rent
Available Oct 19
5d+ ago
Near Westside condo for rent in Decatur
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Condo for rent
Available Oct 18
5d+ ago
Near Westside house for rent in Decatur
1042 W Prairie Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
In-unit laundry | Hardwood floor | Fireplace
5 beds
2 baths
$1,200
House for rent
Available Oct 18
5d+ ago
Lincoln Park house for rent in Decatur
1061 W Decatur St, Decatur, IL 62522
2 beds
1 bath
$549
House for rent
Available Oct 18
5d+ ago
NE house for rent in Decatur
1852 N Gulick Ave, Decatur, IL 62526
2 beds
1 bath
$799
House for rent
Available Oct 18
5d+ ago
Fairlawn house for rent in Decatur
1160 N Summit Ave, Decatur, IL 62522
2 beds
1 bath
$749
House for rent
Available Oct 18
5d+ ago
Clokey Park house for rent in Decatur
105 N Illinois St, Decatur, IL 62521
3 beds
1 bath
$799
House for rent
Available Oct 18
5d+ ago
SIA house for rent in Decatur
1344 Sedgwick St, Decatur, IL 62521
2 beds
1 bath
$849
House for rent
Available Oct 18
5d+ ago
Nelson Park - Lyons Park house for rent in Decatur
2 beds
1 bath
$900
House for rent
Available Nov 30
5d+ ago
Near Westside house for rent in Decatur
6 beds
3 baths
$2,490
House for rent
Available Sep 12
5d+ ago
Hess Park house for rent in Decatur
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Fireplace
2 beds
1 bath
$925
House for rent
Available Oct 16
5d+ ago
Near Westside house for rent in Decatur
7 beds
3 baths
$2,490
House for rent
Available Sep 19
5d+ ago
Martin Luther King house for rent in Decatur
On-site management | Package service
3 beds
1 bath
$1,300
House for rent
Available Nov 30
5d+ ago
GM Square house for rent in Decatur
1931 N Edward St, Decatur, IL 62526
4 beds
2 baths
$700
House for rent
Available Sep 19
5d+ ago
SIA house for rent in Decatur
3 beds
1 bath
$985
House for rent
5d+ ago
Fans Field house for rent in Decatur
1349 E Walnut St, Decatur, IL 62526
Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,100
House for rent
Available Oct 8
5d+ ago
Near Westside house for rent in Decatur
5 beds
2 baths
$1,350
House for rent
Available Dec 31
5d+ ago
NE house for rent in Decatur
On-site management | Package service
3 beds
1 bath
$1,050
House for rent
Available Dec 5
Are you a rental professional?
110 rentals
279 rentals
36 rentals
22 rentals
69 rentals
15 rentals
12 rentals
118 rentals
8 rentals
176 rentals
Decatur rent data for:
As of today, you'll find 81 apartments for rent in Decatur, with a median rent price of $862 per month. Decatur has seen a 10%—or $89—increase in median rent price compared to the previous year.Average Rent
$862Year Over Year Change
10%
$89
Rentals available, last 30 days
81
The average rent in Decatur, IL, for rentals of all sizes and types, is $862, which is a 10.38% increase year-over-year.
The monthly rent for 1-bedroom apartments in Decatur, IL is about $700. The average rent for 2-bedroom apartments in Decatur, IL is $850, and studios are about $625 per month.
See more Decatur, IL rent data on our rent research page.
About Niche: Niche compiles and analyzes the latest data from public sources like the US Census Bureau and the Department of Education to generate rankings for schools and neighborhoods across the US.
Disclaimer: School ratings from Niche are intended for informational purposes only. Check with the nearby schools to verify eligibility and zoning criteria before using this data to decide on your next home.
1025 e johns ave
decatur, IL, 62521
4735 e cantrell st
decatur, IL, 62521
3591 n macarthur rd
decatur, IL, 62526
2115 s taylor rd
decatur, IL, 62521
1499 w main st
decatur, IL, 62522
Showing 1 - 5 of 12 results
Age Range
0-19
24%
20-34
20%
35-44
10%
45-64
24%
65+
20%
Language
English
96%
Spanish
1%
Indo Euro
0%
Asia Pac
0%
Other
0%
Education
No HS
10%
High School
59%
Bachelor's
21%
Master's
5%
Prof Degree
1%
Doctorate
0%
Household Income
0-25k
27%
25-50k
27%
50-75k
18%
75-100k
11%
100-150k
9%
150k+
6%
The overall cost of living in Decatur, IL is 21% lower than the national average, according to the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research. This is calculated by comparing several expenses, including food and basic necessities like energy and healthcare. When it comes to comparing these expenses to the rest of the country, in Decatur you can expect groceries to cost less than the national average, and healthcare to cost less. Eggs run about $3.09 per carton, and milk $4.54. Regarding healthcare costs, a doctor’s visit could amount to $110.00 on average—but this will likely vary depending on several factors, including insurance and medical specialty.
| CATEGORY | AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 16% lower |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Utilities | 6% higher |
| Transportation | 4% lower |
| Health | 18% lower |
CATEGORY
Goods & Services
AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
CATEGORY
Groceries
AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
CATEGORY
Utilities
AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
CATEGORY
Transportation
AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
CATEGORY
Health
AVERAGE COST COMPARED TO NATIONAL AVERAGE
Decatur, IL, often feels like a place where everyone knows each other. Many residents enjoy the affordability of housing and the range of recreational activities, particularly those centered around the area's parks and lakes. The local arts scene and community events draw appreciation, while access to amenities like grocery stores and restaurants adds convenience. However, some people express concerns about the high unemployment rate and the perception of safety in certain neighborhoods, which can overshadow the positives for renters considering a move here.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Decatur, IL is approximately $629, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages around $842.
Rents in Decatur, IL are on the rise, with an average increase of about 7% across all rental sizes and types. Specifically, 1-bedroom rents have increased by 9%, and 2-bedroom rents have grown by 10%.
The best time to look for an apartment in Decatur is in December, when demand is lower compared to available inventory, making it potentially easier to find a deal.
NE and West End are among the most sought-after neighborhoods in Decatur, offering a good balance of amenities and affordability. They are popular for their vibrant atmosphere and convenient transportation options.
Budget-conscious renters may find great options in South Shores, Lincoln Park, and GM Square, which offer pet-friendly amenities and affordable living.
Yes, Decatur has a considerable number of pet-friendly apartments, with around 58.81% of listings allowing pets.
Approximately 31% of rental listings in Decatur include utilities in the rent.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2024 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
Zumper, founded in 2012, is North America’s largest privately-owned rental platform, offering over 1 million listings across the U.S. and Canada. Stay informed on the latest trends and shifts in the rental market with our monthly National Rent Report, your go-to resource for key insights into the evolving rental landscape.
| 🔑Available apartment rentals | 94 |
|---|---|
| 💰Best rent deal | 1061 W Decatur St |
| ✨Popular amenities | , , |
| 🧦In-unit laundry | |
| 🍽With dishwasher | |
| 🏠With photos |