2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Elmhurst, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Elmhurst, Illinois as of August 2026. That's +6% lower than the citywide median of $2,468 and +40% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Elmhurst
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 Elmhurst
Compare Elmhurst's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbondale | $670 |
| 2 | Dixon | $870 |
| 3 | Pekin | $920 |
| 4 | Charleston | $930 |
| 5 | Quincy | $950 |
| 6 | Macomb | $960 |
| 7 | Peoria Heights | $980 |
| 8 | Rantoul | $980 |
| 9 | Rock Island | $990 |
| 10 | Decatur | $995 |
| 11 | Danville | $1,010 |
| 12 | Moline | $1,010 |
| 13 | Normal | $1,010 |
| 14 | Savoy | $1,010 |
| 15 | Pontoon Beach | $1,014 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $2,640 |
| 2 | Deerfield | $2,640 |
| 3 | Barrington | $2,640 |
| 4 | Wilmette | $2,530 |
| 5 | Buffalo Grove | $2,530 |
| 6 | Highland Park | $2,490 |
| 7 | Plainfield | $2,455 |
| 8 | Naperville | $2,388 |
| 9 | Vernon Hills | $2,380 |
| 10 | Streamwood | $2,380 |
| 11 | Northbrook | $2,370 |
| 12 | Bartlett | $2,340 |
| 13 | Bolingbrook | $2,325 |
| 14 | Romeoville | $2,310 |
| 15 | Elmhurst (this page) | $2,310 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Elmhurst.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Elmhurst |
|---|---|---|---|
| Addison, IL | 5.7 mi | $1,580 | $-730 (-32%) |
| Lombard, IL | 5.7 mi | $2,150 | $-160 (-7%) |
| Broadview, IL | 6.5 mi | $1,400 | $-910 (-39%) |
| La Grange Park, IL | 6.5 mi | $1,710 | $-600 (-26%) |
| Westmont, IL | 7.4 mi | $1,840 | $-470 (-20%) |
| Brookfield, IL | 8.1 mi | $1,530 | $-780 (-34%) |
| Downers Grove, IL | 8.2 mi | $2,080 | $-230 (-10%) |
| Glen Ellyn, IL | 8.6 mi | $1,620 | $-690 (-30%) |
| Elk Grove Village, IL | 8.6 mi | $1,960 | $-350 (-15%) |
| Des Plaines, IL | 8.7 mi | $1,655 | $-655 (-28%) |
| Forest Park, IL | 8.8 mi | $1,650 | $-660 (-29%) |
| La Grange, IL | 9.2 mi | $1,720 | $-590 (-26%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Elmhurst — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Elmhurst?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Elmhurst, Illinois is $2,310 per month. This is +6% below the citywide median of $2,468.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Elmhurst?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $92,400 ($7,700/month gross), which works out to roughly $44.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Elmhurst expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Elmhurst's 2-bedroom median of $2,310 is +40% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 80th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Elmhurst rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Elmhurst ranks #128 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Elmhurst?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Addison ($1,580), Lombard ($2,150), Broadview ($1,400).