3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Hoffman Estates, IL
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Hoffman Estates, Illinois as of October 2026. That's +27% higher than the citywide median of $2,039 and +21% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Hoffman Estates
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 Hoffman Estates
Compare Hoffman Estates's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbondale | $842 |
| 2 | Pekin | $1,190 |
| 3 | Dixon | $1,210 |
| 4 | East Peoria | $1,220 |
| 5 | Charleston | $1,230 |
| 6 | Danville | $1,230 |
| 7 | Quincy | $1,230 |
| 8 | Swansea | $1,243 |
| 9 | Peoria Heights | $1,270 |
| 10 | Rantoul | $1,270 |
| 11 | Rock Island | $1,290 |
| 12 | Decatur | $1,310 |
| 13 | Savoy | $1,310 |
| 14 | Moline | $1,320 |
| 15 | Peoria | $1,340 |
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 | Wilmette | $3,250 |
| 5 | Buffalo Grove | $3,250 |
| 6 | Highland Park | $3,200 |
| 7 | Plainfield | $3,165 |
| 8 | Naperville | $3,068 |
| 9 | Vernon Hills | $3,060 |
| 10 | Streamwood | $3,060 |
| 11 | Northbrook | $3,040 |
| 12 | Bolingbrook | $2,985 |
| 13 | Romeoville | $2,970 |
| 14 | Elmhurst | $2,970 |
| 15 | Geneva | $2,950 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Hoffman Estates.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Hoffman Estates |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schaumburg, IL | 2.6 mi | $2,820 | +$240 (+9%) |
| Streamwood, IL | 4.7 mi | $3,060 | +$480 (+19%) |
| Roselle, IL | 5.2 mi | $2,630 | +$50 (+2%) |
| Palatine, IL | 6.8 mi | $2,410 | $-170 (-7%) |
| Rolling Meadows, IL | 7 mi | $2,500 | $-80 (-3%) |
| Bloomingdale, IL | 7.2 mi | $2,580 | — |
| Elk Grove Village, IL | 8.7 mi | $2,520 | $-60 (-2%) |
| Carol Stream, IL | 9.4 mi | $2,410 | $-170 (-7%) |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 9.5 mi | $2,580 | — |
| Arlington Heights, IL | 9.6 mi | $2,615 | +$35 (+1%) |
| Addison, IL | 10.8 mi | $2,030 | $-550 (-21%) |
| Carpentersville, IL | 12.9 mi | $2,380 | $-200 (-8%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Hoffman Estates — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Hoffman Estates?
As of October 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Hoffman Estates, Illinois is $2,580 per month. This is +27% higher than the citywide median of $2,039.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Hoffman Estates?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $103,200 ($8,600/month gross), which works out to roughly $49.62/hour at a full-time job.
Is Hoffman Estates expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Hoffman Estates's 3-bedroom median of $2,580 is +21% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 69th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Hoffman Estates rank for 3-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 137 cities in Illinois with 3-bedroom data, Hoffman Estates ranks #102 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Hoffman Estates?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Palatine ($2,410), Rolling Meadows ($2,500), Elk Grove Village ($2,520).