Studio Apartment Rent in Glen Ellyn, IL
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Glen Ellyn, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +46% lower than the citywide median of $2,480 and +4% above the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio 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 studio 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 studio in Illinois
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dixon | $610 |
| 2 | Rantoul | $638 |
| 3 | Charleston | $640 |
| 4 | Quincy | $650 |
| 5 | Macomb | $660 |
| 6 | Pekin | $660 |
| 7 | Rock Island | $680 |
| 8 | Danville | $690 |
| 9 | Carbondale | $700 |
| 10 | Moline | $700 |
| 11 | Normal | $720 |
| 12 | Peoria | $738 |
| 13 | Springfield | $750 |
| 14 | Washington | $750 |
| 15 | Decatur | $760 |
Most expensive cities for a studio in Illinois
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $2,190 |
| 2 | Lake Forest | $2,190 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $2,190 |
| 4 | Barrington | $2,190 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $2,100 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $2,100 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $2,060 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $2,015 |
| 9 | Naperville | $1,978 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $1,970 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $1,970 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $1,960 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $1,940 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $1,925 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $1,910 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Glen Ellyn.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Glen Ellyn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lombard, IL | 2.9 mi | $1,780 | +$440 (+33%) |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 3.9 mi | $1,660 | +$320 (+24%) |
| Wheaton, IL | 3.9 mi | $1,775 | +$435 (+32%) |
| Downers Grove, IL | 4.6 mi | $1,720 | +$380 (+28%) |
| Lisle, IL | 5.5 mi | $1,710 | +$370 (+28%) |
| Addison, IL | 5.5 mi | $1,310 | $-30 (-2%) |
| Carol Stream, IL | 5.8 mi | $1,560 | +$220 (+16%) |
| Bloomingdale, IL | 6.2 mi | $1,660 | +$320 (+24%) |
| Westmont, IL | 7.8 mi | $1,520 | +$180 (+13%) |
| Roselle, IL | 8.1 mi | $1,700 | +$360 (+27%) |
| Elmhurst, IL | 8.6 mi | $1,910 | +$570 (+43%) |
| Woodridge, IL | 8.7 mi | $1,580 | +$240 (+18%) |
Studio rent in Glen Ellyn — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Glen Ellyn?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Glen Ellyn, Illinois is $1,340 per month. This is +46% below the citywide median of $2,480.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Glen Ellyn?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $53,600 ($4,467/month gross), which works out to roughly $25.77/hour at a full-time job.
Is Glen Ellyn expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Glen Ellyn's studio median of $1,340 is +4% above the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 53th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Glen Ellyn rank for studio rent in Illinois?
Among the 140 cities in Illinois with studio data, Glen Ellyn ranks #63 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Glen Ellyn?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Addison ($1,310).