1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Glen Ellyn, Illinois as of October 2026. That's +35% lower than the citywide median of $2,195 and +3% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Glen Ellyn
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 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Glen Ellyn
Compare Glen Ellyn's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbondale | $511 |
| 2 | Round Lake Beach | $650 |
| 3 | Charleston | $720 |
| 4 | Pekin | $720 |
| 5 | Quincy | $730 |
| 6 | East Peoria | $740 |
| 7 | Danville | $770 |
| 8 | Dixon | $770 |
| 9 | Peoria Heights | $770 |
| 10 | Marion | $780 |
| 11 | Normal | $790 |
| 12 | Decatur | $800 |
| 13 | Rock Island | $800 |
| 14 | Peoria | $813 |
| 15 | Moline | $820 |
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $2,340 |
| 2 | Lake Forest | $2,340 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $2,340 |
| 4 | Wilmette | $2,240 |
| 5 | Buffalo Grove | $2,240 |
| 6 | Highland Park | $2,210 |
| 7 | Plainfield | $2,155 |
| 8 | Naperville | $2,113 |
| 9 | Vernon Hills | $2,110 |
| 10 | Streamwood | $2,110 |
| 11 | Northbrook | $2,100 |
| 12 | Bolingbrook | $2,060 |
| 13 | Romeoville | $2,050 |
| 14 | Elmhurst | $2,050 |
| 15 | Geneva | $2,040 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Glen Ellyn.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Glen Ellyn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lombard, IL | 2.9 mi | $1,900 | +$470 (+33%) |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 3.9 mi | $1,780 | +$350 (+24%) |
| Wheaton, IL | 3.9 mi | $1,900 | +$470 (+33%) |
| Downers Grove, IL | 4.6 mi | $1,840 | +$410 (+29%) |
| Lisle, IL | 5.5 mi | $1,830 | +$400 (+28%) |
| Addison, IL | 5.5 mi | $1,400 | $-30 (-2%) |
| Carol Stream, IL | 5.8 mi | $1,670 | +$240 (+17%) |
| Bloomingdale, IL | 6.2 mi | $1,780 | +$350 (+24%) |
| Westmont, IL | 7.8 mi | $1,630 | +$200 (+14%) |
| Roselle, IL | 8.1 mi | $1,820 | +$390 (+27%) |
| Elmhurst, IL | 8.6 mi | $2,050 | +$620 (+43%) |
| Woodridge, IL | 8.7 mi | $1,690 | +$260 (+18%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Glen Ellyn — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Glen Ellyn?
As of October 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Glen Ellyn, Illinois is $1,430 per month. This is +35% below the citywide median of $2,195.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Glen Ellyn?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $57,200 ($4,767/month gross), which works out to roughly $27.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Glen Ellyn expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Glen Ellyn's 1-bedroom median of $1,430 is +3% above the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 52th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Glen Ellyn rank for 1-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 137 cities in Illinois with 1-bedroom data, Glen Ellyn ranks #64 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Glen Ellyn?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Addison ($1,400).