3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Cicero, IL
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Cicero, Illinois as of August 2026. That's +43% higher than the citywide median of $1,314 and +12% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Cicero
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 Cicero
Compare Cicero's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbondale | $875 |
| 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 | Peoria Heights | $1,270 |
| 10 | Rantoul | $1,270 |
| 11 | Rock Island | $1,290 |
| 12 | Decatur | $1,310 |
| 13 | Savoy | $1,310 |
| 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 | Deerfield | $3,390 |
| 3 | Barrington | $3,390 |
| 4 | Wilmette | $3,250 |
| 5 | Buffalo Grove | $3,250 |
| 6 | Highland Park | $3,200 |
| 7 | Plainfield | $3,165 |
| 8 | Naperville | $3,068 |
| 9 | Vernon Hills | $3,060 |
| 10 | Streamwood | $3,060 |
| 11 | Northbrook | $3,040 |
| 12 | Bartlett | $3,010 |
| 13 | Bolingbrook | $2,985 |
| 14 | Romeoville | $2,970 |
| 15 | Elmhurst | $2,970 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Cicero.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Cicero |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berwyn, IL | 2.2 mi | $2,060 | +$180 (+10%) |
| Oak Park, IL | 4 mi | $2,607 | +$727 (+39%) |
| Forest Park, IL | 4.4 mi | $2,120 | +$240 (+13%) |
| Brookfield, IL | 6.1 mi | $1,970 | +$90 (+5%) |
| Chicago, IL | 6.5 mi | $2,473 | +$593 (+32%) |
| Elmwood Park, IL | 6.6 mi | $2,150 | +$270 (+14%) |
| Broadview, IL | 6.8 mi | $1,800 | $-80 (-4%) |
| La Grange Park, IL | 7.9 mi | $2,200 | +$320 (+17%) |
| Oak Lawn, IL | 8.6 mi | $2,090 | +$210 (+11%) |
| La Grange, IL | 8.6 mi | $2,210 | +$330 (+18%) |
| Evergreen Park, IL | 8.9 mi | $2,080 | +$200 (+11%) |
| Chicago Ridge, IL | 9.4 mi | $1,880 | — |
3-Bedroom rent in Cicero — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Cicero?
As of August 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Cicero, Illinois is $1,880 per month. This is +43% higher than the citywide median of $1,314.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Cicero?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $75,200 ($6,267/month gross), which works out to roughly $36.15/hour at a full-time job.
Is Cicero expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Cicero's 3-bedroom median of $1,880 is +12% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 37th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Cicero rank for 3-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 3-bedroom data, Cicero ranks #49 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Cicero?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Broadview ($1,800).