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Last updated on June 14, 2026
Average rent in
Bloomington, IL
Average rent in
Last updated on June 14, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Bloomington rent stands today
Bloomington, IL rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $1,132/month. Month to month, rent cooled 4.5%.
Compared to national trends
Bloomington sits 41.9% more affordable than the $1,950/month national median, positioning it as a more accessible market for renters seeking value in a smaller metro with 98 total rentals.
Price ranges
Studios in Bloomington run around $1,009/month, 1-bedrooms around $950/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,100/month, 3-bedrooms at $1,875/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $2,400/month. This range reflects the variety of bedroom options available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
Downtown Bloomington and Founders Grove saw rents fall over 52% year over year to $1,194/month and $1,149/month respectively. South Oakland also declined 28.9% year over year to $995/month, showing notable local variation.
Median rent
Median rent in Bloomington
$1,132/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Bloomington is $1,132 per month as of June 2026. This is 42% below the national average rent, or $817 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Bloomington
98
for rent on Zumper.com as of June 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Bloomington rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Bloomington, IL
Average rent prices in Bloomington have decreased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 1% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Bloomington, IL
Rent prices in Bloomington vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Bloomington is $1,000, whereas a house costs $1,875. 1-bedroom apartments in Bloomington run $950 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,075.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,009 | 8% |  88% | |
1 bedroom | $950 | 2% | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $1,100 | No Change | 7% | |
3 bedroom | $1,875 | 2% | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $2,400 | 1% | 1% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Dimmitt's Grove | $1,037 | |
Downtown Bloomington | $1,194 | |
Irvin Park | $1,400 | |
Lakewood Hillcrest | $1,274 | |
Lang's Alley | $1,140 | |
Near East Side | $1,039 | |
Northwest Union | $1,150 | |
Olde Towne | $1,124 | |
South Hill | $1,020 | |
South Oakland | $995 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,000 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $1,200 | No Change | - | |
Houses | $1,875 | No Change | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,009
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
88%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$950
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,100
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,875
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
1%
Northwest Union
Average rent
$1,150
Near East Side
Average rent
$1,039
Lakewood Hillcrest
Average rent
$1,274
South Hill
Average rent
$1,020
Downtown Bloomington
Average rent
$1,194
Olde Towne
Average rent
$1,124
Lang's Alley
Average rent
$1,140
Irvin Park
Average rent
$1,400
Dimmitt's Grove
Average rent
$1,037
South Oakland
Average rent
$995
Apartments
Average rent
$1,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,200
Houses
Average rent
$1,875
Last 30 days
No Change
The table above reflects average rent prices in Bloomington, IL, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Bloomington, IL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Bloomington and Champaign by all bedroom counts and property types.
Bloomington
42%lower than the national median
35%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Bloomington, IL is 11% lower than the median rent in Champaign, IL.
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Cost of living in Bloomington, IL
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 5% higher |
| Groceries | 1% lower |
| Health | 6% higher |
| Housing | 11% lower |
| Transportation | 2% lower |
| Utilities | 6% higher |
Discover rentals in Bloomington, IL
4d ago
305 S Prospect Rd, Bloomington, IL 61704
2 beds
1 bath
$799
Apartment for rent
3d ago
712 Arcadia Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704
2 beds
1 bath
$875
Apartment for rent
1d ago
339 Riley Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701
2 beds
1 bath
$915
Apartment for rent
3d ago
601 Bradley Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701
2 beds
1 bath
$925
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Stone Mill Ct, Bloomington, IL 61705
2 beds
2 baths
$2,695
Apartment for rent
4d ago
Townhouse for rent in Bloomington
1948 Glenbridge Rd #1948, Bloomington, IL 61704
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,500
House for rent
Available Dec 16
5d+ ago
3216 Gerig Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,725–$1,850
Price drop
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Northwest Union house for rent in Bloomington
2 beds
1.5 baths
$1,850
House for rent
2d ago
2010 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL 61704
2 beds
1 bath
$1,200
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2214 Peirce Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701
1 bed
1 bath
$799
Apartment for rent
1d ago
1718 R T Dunn Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701
2 beds
2 baths
$1,199
Apartment for rent
1d ago
6 Willedrob Rd, Bloomington, IL 61701
2 beds
1 bath
$950–$999
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
38 Melissa Dr #M38, Bloomington, IL 61704
2 beds
1 bath
$1,085
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 12
4d ago
2214 Peirce Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701
1 bed
1 bath
$799
Apartment for rent
1d ago
6 Willedrob Rd, Bloomington, IL 61701
2 beds
1 bath
$950–$999
Apartment for rent
1d ago
5 Willedrob Rd, Bloomington, IL 61701
2 beds
1 bath
$950–$999
Apartment for rent
4d ago
2214 Peirce Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701
1 bed
1 bath
$799
Apartment for rent
1d ago
6 Willedrob Rd, Bloomington, IL 61701
2 beds
1 bath
$950–$999
Apartment for rent
1d ago
5 Willedrob Rd, Bloomington, IL 61701
2 beds
1 bath
$950–$999
Apartment for rent
1d ago
335 Riley Dr, Bloomington, IL 61701
1 bed
1 bath
$899–$925
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Bloomington, IL
Quick answers to common questions about the Bloomington rental market.
How much is rent in Bloomington?
The average rent in Bloomington is $1,132 per month as of June 13, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Bloomington?
Average rent prices in Bloomington have decreased by 5% over the last month and have decreased by 1% since last year.
How does Bloomington rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Bloomington is 42% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $817 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Bloomington?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Bloomington are South Oakland ($995/mo), South Hill ($1,020/mo), and Dimmitt's Grove ($1,037/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Bloomington?
To comfortably afford rent in Bloomington, you'd need to earn approximately $45,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Bloomington?
Bloomington's 2025 rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging around $930 per month, while two-bedroom units average around $1,100 per month. These figures represent increases from the previous year, with one-bedrooms up 9.0% and two-bedrooms up 5.1%.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).