3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Cahokia, IL
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Cahokia, Illinois as of June 2026. That's +13% higher than the citywide median of $1,375 and +27% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Cahokia
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 Cahokia
Compare Cahokia's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pekin | $1,190 |
| 2 | Dixon | $1,210 |
| 3 | East Peoria | $1,220 |
| 4 | Charleston | $1,230 |
| 5 | Danville | $1,230 |
| 6 | Quincy | $1,230 |
| 7 | Swansea | $1,243 |
| 8 | Peoria Heights | $1,270 |
| 9 | Rantoul | $1,270 |
| 10 | Rock Island | $1,290 |
| 11 | Decatur | $1,310 |
| 12 | Savoy | $1,310 |
| 13 | Carbondale | $1,320 |
| 14 | Moline | $1,320 |
| 15 | Peoria | $1,340 |
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 | $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 Cahokia.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Cahokia |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis, MO | 6.4 mi | $1,605 | +$55 (+4%) |
| Belleville, IL | 10.9 mi | $1,447 | $-103 (-7%) |
| Maplewood, MO | 11 mi | $1,410 | $-140 (-9%) |
| Affton, MO | 11.3 mi | $1,520 | $-30 (-2%) |
| Fairview Heights, IL | 11.3 mi | $1,710 | +$160 (+10%) |
| Mehlville, MO | 11.3 mi | $1,781 | +$231 (+15%) |
| Granite City, IL | 11.3 mi | $1,410 | $-140 (-9%) |
| Richmond Heights, MO | 12 mi | $1,740 | +$190 (+12%) |
| Clayton, MO | 12.2 mi | $2,250 | +$700 (+45%) |
| Pontoon Beach, IL | 12.5 mi | $1,498 | $-52 (-3%) |
| Swansea, IL | 12.5 mi | $1,243 | $-307 (-20%) |
| Bellefontaine Neighbors, MO | 12.7 mi | $1,540 | $-10 (-1%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Cahokia — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Cahokia?
As of June 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Cahokia, Illinois is $1,550 per month. This is +13% higher than the citywide median of $1,375.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Cahokia?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $62,000 ($5,167/month gross), which works out to roughly $29.81/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cahokia expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Cahokia's 3-bedroom median of $1,550 is +27% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 19th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cahokia rank for 3-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 140 cities in Illinois with 3-bedroom data, Cahokia ranks #32 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Cahokia?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Belleville ($1,447), Maplewood ($1,410), Affton ($1,520).