2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Des Plaines, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Des Plaines, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +19% lower than the citywide median of $2,031 and in line with the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Des Plaines
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 Des Plaines
Compare Des Plaines'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? 2 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Des Plaines.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Des Plaines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenview, IL | 6.6 mi | $2,080 | +$425 (+26%) |
| Elk Grove Village, IL | 7.1 mi | $1,960 | +$305 (+18%) |
| Morton Grove, IL | 7.5 mi | $2,640 | +$985 (+60%) |
| Arlington Heights, IL | 7.9 mi | $2,035 | +$380 (+23%) |
| Wheeling, IL | 8.2 mi | $1,900 | +$245 (+15%) |
| Northbrook, IL | 8.4 mi | $2,370 | +$715 (+43%) |
| Elmhurst, IL | 8.7 mi | $2,310 | +$655 (+40%) |
| Elmwood Park, IL | 8.8 mi | $1,670 | +$15 (+1%) |
| Rolling Meadows, IL | 9.2 mi | $1,950 | +$295 (+18%) |
| Addison, IL | 10.2 mi | $1,580 | $-75 (-5%) |
| Skokie, IL | 10.5 mi | $1,855 | +$200 (+12%) |
| Broadview, IL | 11.1 mi | $1,400 | $-255 (-15%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Des Plaines — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Des Plaines?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Des Plaines, Illinois is $1,655 per month. This is +19% below the citywide median of $2,031.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Des Plaines?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $66,200 ($5,517/month gross), which works out to roughly $31.83/hour at a full-time job.
Is Des Plaines expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Des Plaines's 2-bedroom median of $1,655 is right at the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 50th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Des Plaines rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Des Plaines ranks #69 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Des Plaines?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Addison ($1,580), Broadview ($1,400).