2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Chatham, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Chatham, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $1,713 and +17% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Chatham
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 Chatham
Compare Chatham'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? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Chatham.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Chatham |
|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield, IL | 9.8 mi | $1,095 | $-285 (-21%) |
| Montgomery, IL | 35.7 mi | $1,593 | +$213 (+15%) |
| Decatur, IL | 49.9 mi | $995 | $-385 (-28%) |
| Bethalto, IL | 56.9 mi | $1,090 | $-290 (-21%) |
| Alton, IL | 58.3 mi | $1,120 | $-260 (-19%) |
| Pekin, IL | 59.9 mi | $920 | $-460 (-33%) |
| Edwardsville, IL | 60.2 mi | $1,300 | $-80 (-6%) |
| Wood River, IL | 61.3 mi | $1,090 | $-290 (-21%) |
| Troy, IL | 68.1 mi | $1,160 | $-220 (-16%) |
| Spanish Lake, MO | 68.8 mi | $1,150 | $-230 (-17%) |
| Pontoon Beach, IL | 69.9 mi | $1,014 | $-366 (-27%) |
| Collinsville, IL | 71 mi | $1,130 | $-250 (-18%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Chatham — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Chatham?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Chatham, Illinois is $1,380 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $1,713.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Chatham?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $55,200 ($4,600/month gross), which works out to roughly $26.54/hour at a full-time job.
Is Chatham expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Chatham's 2-bedroom median of $1,380 is +17% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 31th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Chatham rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Chatham ranks #40 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Chatham?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Springfield ($1,095), Decatur ($995), Bethalto ($1,090).