2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Glen Ellyn, Illinois as of August 2026. That's +25% lower than the citywide median of $2,173 and +2% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-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 2-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 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 | $2,310 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Glen Ellyn.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Glen Ellyn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lombard, IL | 2.9 mi | $2,150 | +$530 (+33%) |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 3.9 mi | $2,010 | +$390 (+24%) |
| Wheaton, IL | 3.9 mi | $2,145 | +$525 (+32%) |
| Downers Grove, IL | 4.6 mi | $2,080 | +$460 (+28%) |
| Lisle, IL | 5.5 mi | $2,070 | +$450 (+28%) |
| Addison, IL | 5.5 mi | $1,580 | $-40 (-2%) |
| Carol Stream, IL | 5.8 mi | $1,880 | +$260 (+16%) |
| Bloomingdale, IL | 6.2 mi | $2,010 | +$390 (+24%) |
| Westmont, IL | 7.8 mi | $1,840 | +$220 (+14%) |
| Roselle, IL | 8.1 mi | $2,050 | +$430 (+27%) |
| Elmhurst, IL | 8.6 mi | $2,310 | +$690 (+43%) |
| Woodridge, IL | 8.7 mi | $1,910 | +$290 (+18%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Glen Ellyn — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Glen Ellyn?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Glen Ellyn, Illinois is $1,620 per month. This is +25% below the citywide median of $2,173.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Glen Ellyn?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $64,800 ($5,400/month gross), which works out to roughly $31.15/hour at a full-time job.
Is Glen Ellyn expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Glen Ellyn's 2-bedroom median of $1,620 is +2% below the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 48th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Glen Ellyn rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Glen Ellyn ranks #65 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Glen Ellyn?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Addison ($1,580).