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Last updated on September 26, 2026
Average rent in
Chicago, IL
Average rent in
Last updated on September 26, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Chicago rent stands today
Chicago, IL rent rose 5.8% year over year, with a current median of $2,212/month. Renters today are paying $49 more per month on average than last year, with rents just 0.4% below the recent peak in May 2026.
Compared to national trends
Chicago runs 16.4% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a pricier major metro with 9,220 total rentals available across the city.
Price ranges
Studios rent for $1,650/month, 1-bedrooms for $2,195/month, 2-bedrooms for $2,500/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $3,588/month in Chicago. This range reflects the variety of bedroom options available to renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
West Elsdon experienced a YoY rent decline of 51.7% to $1,400/month. This steep drop contrasts with the overall citywide rent increase, showing localized market shifts in Chicago, IL.
Median rent
Median rent in Chicago
$2,212/mo
6%vs previous year
The average rent in Chicago is $2,212 per month as of September 2026. This is 16% above the national average rent, or $312 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Chicago
9,220
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Chicago rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Chicago, IL
Average rent prices in Chicago have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 6% 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
Chicago, IL
Rent prices in Chicago vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Chicago is $2,125, whereas a house costs $2,600. 1-bedroom apartments in Chicago run $2,100 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,450.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,650 | No Change | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $2,195 |  1% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $2,500 | No Change | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $2,800 | No Change | 2% | |
4 bedroom | $3,588 | 8% | 12% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Edgewater | $1,850 | |
Lakeview | $2,195 | |
Lincoln Park | $2,595 | |
Logan Square | $2,295 | |
Loop | $2,757 | |
Near North Side | $2,895 | |
Near West Side | $2,900 | |
Rogers Park | $1,620 | |
South Shore | $1,300 | |
Uptown | $1,890 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,125 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $2,518 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $2,600 | 6% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,551 | 11% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$1,650
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,195
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,800
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,588
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
12%
Near North Side
Average rent
$2,895
Lakeview
Average rent
$2,195
Near West Side
Average rent
$2,900
Loop
Average rent
$2,757
Rogers Park
Average rent
$1,620
Uptown
Average rent
$1,890
Logan Square
Average rent
$2,295
Lincoln Park
Average rent
$2,595
Edgewater
Average rent
$1,850
South Shore
Average rent
$1,300
Apartments
Average rent
$2,125
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$2,518
Last 30 days
No Change
Houses
Average rent
$2,600
Last 30 days
6%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,551
Last 30 days
11%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Chicago, 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 Chicago, IL compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Chicago and Alsip by all bedroom counts and property types.
Chicago
16%higher than the national median
16%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Chicago, IL is 39% higher than the median rent in Alsip, IL.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,595
10%$1,250
33%$1,800
5%$1,200
5%$1,845
$1,850
7%$1,695
2%$1,615
18%$1,350
1%$1,697
9%$2,034
1%$1,950
7%Cost of living in Chicago, 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 | 13% higher |
| Groceries | 4% higher |
| Health | 14% higher |
| Housing | 45% higher |
| Transportation | 3% higher |
| Utilities | 3% lower |
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1209 East Madison Park, Chicago, IL 60615
4–5 beds
2–3 baths
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1–2 beds
1 bath
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1–3 beds
1–2 baths
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3d ago
710 E 47th St, Chicago, IL 60653
Studio
-1 baths
$400–$740
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3d ago
6858 S Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60621
2 beds
2 baths
$58,000
Condo for rent
Available Sep 26
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1140 N Wells St, Chicago, IL 60610
Studio–4 beds
1–4 baths
$1,896–$45,000
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3923 N Ashland Ave #A, Chicago, IL 60613
3 beds
2 baths
$40,000
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3923 N Ashland Ave #B, Chicago, IL 60613
3 beds
2 baths
$40,000
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5200 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,699–$2,050
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18h ago
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4726 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,140–$1,825
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1h ago
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1035 W Van Buren St, Chicago, IL 60607
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,225–$4,420
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2h ago
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5035 S East End Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,870–$3,550
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2h ago
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5200 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,699–$2,050
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18h ago
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4726 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,140–$1,825
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2d ago
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1 E Delaware Pl, Chicago, IL 60611
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,266–$4,598
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4h ago
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4526 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640
Studio
1 bath
$1,050–$1,075
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2h ago
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5200 S Blackstone Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,699–$2,050
Apartment for rent
18h ago
Verified
4726 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,140–$1,825
Apartment for rent
2h ago
Verified
5035 S East End Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,870–$3,550
Apartment for rent
3h ago
Verified
1000 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,516–$9,453
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Frequently asked questions for Chicago, IL
Quick answers to common questions about the Chicago rental market.
How much is rent in Chicago?
The average rent in Chicago is $2,212 per month as of September 19, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Chicago?
Average rent prices in Chicago have increased by 1% over the last month and have increased by 6% since last year.
How does Chicago rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Chicago is 16% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $312 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Chicago?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Chicago are South Shore ($1,300/mo), Rogers Park ($1,620/mo), and Edgewater ($1,850/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Chicago?
To comfortably afford rent in Chicago, you'd need to earn approximately $88,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Chicago?
February offers the lowest rents in Chicago, running about 4.2% below July's peak prices. November and December also see less competition, while April and May are the most competitive months when demand outpaces inventory.
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).
For additional insights into rental trends, including month-over-month changes and historical comparisons, see Zumper's Monthly Metro Report.
Chicago Metro Report
The Zumper Chicago Metro Area Report analyzed active listings last month across metro cities to highlight the most and least expensive cities and cities with the fastest growing rents. The Illinois one bedroom median rent was $1,494 last month.
The Most Expensive
- Chicago was the most expensive city with one-bedroom rent priced at $2,190.
- Schaumburg was the second priciest with rent at $1,930.
- Wheaton placed third with rent at $1,870.
The Least Expensive
- Gary was the most affordable city with rent at $840.
- Hammond ranked as the second least expensive with rent at $1,000.
- Valparaiso placed third with rent at $1,110.
The Fastest Growing (Y/Y%)
- Joliet had the fastest growing rent, up 14.9% since this time last year.
- Arlington Heights saw rent climb 11.5%, making it the second fastest growing.
- Aurora was third with rent increasing 8.9%.
The Fastest Growing (M/M%)
About
The Zumper Chicago Metro Area Report analyzed active listings that hit the market last month. Listings are aggregated by city to calculate median asking rents.
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Crystal ChenCrystal Chen is a seasoned real estate and housing market expert with more than a decade of experience analyzing rental trends, housing affordability, and urban living. At Zumper, she leads data storytelling as well as press and media relations, where she translates complex housing research into easily digestible insights for renters, industry professionals, and journalists. Her reports can be seen cited in national outlets like The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and CNBC. She is passionate about helping renters navigate today’s evolving housing landscape with clarity and confidence. Living in New York City herself, she knows firsthand the chaos and challenges of navigating a competitive rental market.