Last updated on October 23, 2026

Average rent in
Vernon Hills, IL

Median rent

Median rent in Vernon Hills

$2,725/mo

increased by14%

vs previous year

The average rent in Vernon Hills is $2,725 per month as of October 2026. This is 43% above the national average rent, or $825 more per month.

$1.89

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Vernon Hills

26

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Vernon Hills rentals at each price point

65%49%33%16%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Vernon Hills, IL

Average rent prices in Vernon Hills have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 14% 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 Vernon Hills, IL

Rent prices in Vernon Hills vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Vernon Hills is $2,715, whereas a house costs $3,375. 1-bedroom apartments in Vernon Hills run $2,075 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,725.

Listings

Studio

$1,760

4%

1%

1 bedroom

$1,990

6%

33%

2 bedroom

$2,422

1%

14%

3 bedroom

$3,500

6%

17%

4 bedroom

$4,600

27%

39%

Studio

Average rent

$1,760

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

1%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,990

Last 30 days

6%

Last year

33%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$2,422

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

14%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$3,500

Last 30 days

6%

Last year

17%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$4,600

Last 30 days

27%

Last year

39%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Vernon Hills, 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 Vernon Hills, IL compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Vernon Hills and Arlington Heights by all bedroom counts and property types.

Vernon Hills

Median rent price$2,725
increased by43%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$2,063
increased by9%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Vernon Hills, IL is 32% higher than the median rent in Arlington Heights, IL.

Average rent in nearby cities

Explore rent trends in neighboring markets

Arlington Heights

$2,063

increased by9%
Last year
Buffalo Grove

$2,500

increased by3%
Last year
Gurnee

$1,772

decreased by2%
Last year
Hoffman Estates

$1,997

increased by5%
Last year
Mount Prospect

$1,950

increased by7%
Last year
Northbrook

$2,859

decreased by13%
Last year

Discover rentals in Vernon Hills, IL

13h ago

7.7

Very good

840 Westmoreland Drive

840 Westmoreland Dr, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

2 beds

1 bath

$1,700

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.
3 Timber Ln #10 - Photo 1 of 1

1d ago

Condo for rent in Vernon Hills

$1800 - 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Condo In Vernon Hills With Great Amenities

3 Timber Ln #10, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

2 beds

1.5 baths

$1,800

Price dropped $200Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
3 Echo Ct #5 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Vernon Hills

3 Echo Ct #5, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

2 beds

1.5 baths

$1,800

Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
346 Mallard Ct #346 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Condo for rent in Vernon Hills

Residential Lease, Vernon Hills, IL

346 Mallard Ct #346, Vernon Hills, IL 60061

2 beds

1 bath

$1,850

Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.

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Frequently asked questions for Vernon Hills, IL

Quick answers to common questions about the Vernon Hills rental market.

How much is rent in Vernon Hills?

The average rent in Vernon Hills is $2,725 per month as of October 17, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Vernon Hills?

Average rent prices in Vernon Hills have increased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 14% since last year.

How does Vernon Hills rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Vernon Hills is 43% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $825 more per month.

What salary do I need to afford rent in Vernon Hills?

To comfortably afford rent in Vernon Hills, you'd need to earn approximately $109,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Vernon Hills?

May offers the lowest rents in Vernon Hills, with approximately 15% savings compared to August when rents peak. This seasonal variation creates clear timing opportunities for budget-conscious renters.

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).

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1011 Green Meadow Ave, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
346 Farmington Ln, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
1268 Georgetown Way, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
3 Timber Ln, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
337 Mallard Ct, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
449 Bay Tree Cir, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
650 Westmoreland Dr, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
1140 Danforth Ct, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
951 Wilshire Ct, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
3 Echo Court, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
334 Plumwood Ln, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
726 Summit Ln, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
880 N Lakeside Dr, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
302 Creekside Dr, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
312 Camargo Ct, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
384 W Pointe Dr, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
507 Exeter Pl, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
17 Cedar Ct, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
17 Parkside Ct, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA
10 Mayflower Rd, Vernon Hills, IL 60061, USA