3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Des Plaines, IL
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Des Plaines, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +5% higher than the citywide median of $2,031 and in line with the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-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 3-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 3-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rantoul | $988 |
| 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 | Rock Island | $1,290 |
| 10 | Decatur | $1,310 |
| 11 | Savoy | $1,310 |
| 12 | Carbondale | $1,320 |
| 13 | Moline | $1,320 |
| 14 | Peoria | $1,340 |
| 15 | Urbana | $1,355 |
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? 2 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Des Plaines.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Des Plaines |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenview, IL | 6.6 mi | $2,670 | +$545 (+26%) |
| Elk Grove Village, IL | 7.1 mi | $2,520 | +$395 (+19%) |
| Morton Grove, IL | 7.5 mi | $3,390 | +$1,265 (+60%) |
| Arlington Heights, IL | 7.9 mi | $2,615 | +$490 (+23%) |
| Wheeling, IL | 8.2 mi | $2,440 | +$315 (+15%) |
| Northbrook, IL | 8.4 mi | $3,040 | +$915 (+43%) |
| Elmhurst, IL | 8.7 mi | $2,970 | +$845 (+40%) |
| Elmwood Park, IL | 8.8 mi | $2,150 | +$25 (+1%) |
| Rolling Meadows, IL | 9.2 mi | $2,500 | +$375 (+18%) |
| Addison, IL | 10.2 mi | $2,030 | $-95 (-4%) |
| Skokie, IL | 10.5 mi | $2,380 | +$255 (+12%) |
| Broadview, IL | 11.1 mi | $1,800 | $-325 (-15%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Des Plaines — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Des Plaines?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Des Plaines, Illinois is $2,125 per month. This is +5% higher than the citywide median of $2,031.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Des Plaines?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $85,000 ($7,083/month gross), which works out to roughly $40.87/hour at a full-time job.
Is Des Plaines expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Des Plaines's 3-bedroom median of $2,125 is right at the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 50th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Des Plaines rank for 3-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 3-bedroom data, Des Plaines ranks #68 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Des Plaines?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Addison ($2,030), Broadview ($1,800).