3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Barrington, IL
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Barrington, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +36% higher than the citywide median of $2,487 and +59% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Barrington
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 3-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Barrington
Compare Barrington's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rantoul | $988 |
| 2 | Pekin | $1,190 |
| 3 | Dixon | $1,210 |
| 4 | Macomb | $1,220 |
| 5 | Charleston | $1,230 |
| 6 | Danville | $1,230 |
| 7 | Quincy | $1,230 |
| 8 | Swansea | $1,243 |
| 9 | Rock Island | $1,290 |
| 10 | Decatur | $1,310 |
| 11 | Savoy | $1,310 |
| 12 | Carbondale | $1,320 |
| 13 | Moline | $1,320 |
| 14 | Peoria | $1,340 |
| 15 | Urbana | $1,355 |
Most expensive cities for a 3-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $3,390 |
| 2 | Lake Forest | $3,390 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $3,390 |
| 4 | Barrington (this page) | $3,390 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $3,250 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $3,250 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $3,200 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $3,165 |
| 9 | Naperville | $3,068 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $3,060 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $3,060 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $3,040 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $3,010 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $2,985 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $2,970 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Barrington.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Barrington |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palatine, IL | 8.5 mi | $2,410 | $-980 (-29%) |
| Streamwood, IL | 8.7 mi | $3,060 | $-330 (-10%) |
| Schaumburg, IL | 9.1 mi | $2,820 | $-570 (-17%) |
| West Dundee, IL | 10 mi | $2,250 | $-1,140 (-34%) |
| Rolling Meadows, IL | 11.5 mi | $2,500 | $-890 (-26%) |
| Lake in the Hills, IL | 11.5 mi | $2,740 | $-650 (-19%) |
| Bartlett, IL | 11.8 mi | $3,010 | $-380 (-11%) |
| Mundelein, IL | 12.1 mi | $2,570 | $-820 (-24%) |
| Roselle, IL | 12.6 mi | $2,630 | $-760 (-22%) |
| Crystal Lake, IL | 12.7 mi | $2,300 | $-1,090 (-32%) |
| Elgin, IL | 13.1 mi | $2,507 | $-883 (-26%) |
| Arlington Heights, IL | 13.2 mi | $2,615 | $-775 (-23%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Barrington — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Barrington?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Barrington, Illinois is $3,390 per month. This is +36% higher than the citywide median of $2,487.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Barrington?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $135,600 ($11,300/month gross), which works out to roughly $65.19/hour at a full-time job.
Is Barrington expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Barrington's 3-bedroom median of $3,390 is +59% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 88th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Barrington rank for 3-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 3-bedroom data, Barrington ranks #139 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Barrington?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Palatine ($2,410), Streamwood ($3,060), Schaumburg ($2,820).