3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Glen Ellyn, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +16% lower than the citywide median of $2,480 and +2% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-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 3-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 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? 1 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Glen Ellyn.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Glen Ellyn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lombard, IL | 2.9 mi | $2,760 | +$680 (+33%) |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 3.9 mi | $2,580 | +$500 (+24%) |
| Wheaton, IL | 3.9 mi | $2,755 | +$675 (+32%) |
| Downers Grove, IL | 4.6 mi | $2,670 | +$590 (+28%) |
| Lisle, IL | 5.5 mi | $2,660 | +$580 (+28%) |
| Addison, IL | 5.5 mi | $2,030 | $-50 (-2%) |
| Carol Stream, IL | 5.8 mi | $2,410 | +$330 (+16%) |
| Bloomingdale, IL | 6.2 mi | $2,580 | +$500 (+24%) |
| Westmont, IL | 7.8 mi | $2,360 | +$280 (+13%) |
| Roselle, IL | 8.1 mi | $2,630 | +$550 (+26%) |
| Elmhurst, IL | 8.6 mi | $2,970 | +$890 (+43%) |
| Woodridge, IL | 8.7 mi | $2,450 | +$370 (+18%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Glen Ellyn — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Glen Ellyn?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Glen Ellyn, Illinois is $2,080 per month. This is +16% below the citywide median of $2,480.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Glen Ellyn?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $83,200 ($6,933/month gross), which works out to roughly $40.00/hour at a full-time job.
Is Glen Ellyn expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Glen Ellyn's 3-bedroom median of $2,080 is +2% below the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 47th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Glen Ellyn rank for 3-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 3-bedroom data, Glen Ellyn ranks #63 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Glen Ellyn?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Addison ($2,030).