2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Berwyn, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Berwyn, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +9% higher than the citywide median of $1,472 and +3% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Berwyn
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 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Berwyn
Compare Berwyn's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rantoul | $762 |
| 2 | Dixon | $870 |
| 3 | Pekin | $920 |
| 4 | Charleston | $930 |
| 5 | Quincy | $950 |
| 6 | Macomb | $960 |
| 7 | Rock Island | $990 |
| 8 | Decatur | $995 |
| 9 | Carbondale | $1,010 |
| 10 | Danville | $1,010 |
| 11 | Moline | $1,010 |
| 12 | Normal | $1,010 |
| 13 | Savoy | $1,010 |
| 14 | Pontoon Beach | $1,014 |
| 15 | Marion | $1,020 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $2,640 |
| 2 | Lake Forest | $2,640 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $2,640 |
| 4 | Barrington | $2,640 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $2,530 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $2,530 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $2,490 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $2,455 |
| 9 | Naperville | $2,388 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $2,380 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $2,380 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $2,370 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $2,340 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $2,325 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $2,310 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Berwyn.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Berwyn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cicero, IL | 2.2 mi | $1,460 | $-140 (-9%) |
| Forest Park, IL | 2.8 mi | $1,650 | +$50 (+3%) |
| Oak Park, IL | 3.4 mi | $2,030 | +$430 (+27%) |
| Brookfield, IL | 3.9 mi | $1,530 | $-70 (-4%) |
| Broadview, IL | 4.7 mi | $1,400 | $-200 (-12%) |
| La Grange Park, IL | 5.7 mi | $1,710 | +$110 (+7%) |
| Elmwood Park, IL | 6.1 mi | $1,670 | +$70 (+4%) |
| La Grange, IL | 6.6 mi | $1,720 | +$120 (+8%) |
| Chicago, IL | 8.6 mi | $1,925 | +$325 (+20%) |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 8.8 mi | $1,630 | +$30 (+2%) |
| Chicago Ridge, IL | 9.2 mi | $1,460 | $-140 (-9%) |
| Evergreen Park, IL | 9.9 mi | $1,620 | +$20 (+1%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Berwyn — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Berwyn?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Berwyn, Illinois is $1,600 per month. This is +9% higher than the citywide median of $1,472.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Berwyn?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $64,000 ($5,333/month gross), which works out to roughly $30.77/hour at a full-time job.
Is Berwyn expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Berwyn's 2-bedroom median of $1,600 is +3% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 47th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Berwyn rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Berwyn ranks #61 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Berwyn?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Cicero ($1,460), Brookfield ($1,530), Broadview ($1,400).