3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in La Grange, IL
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in La Grange, Illinois as of August 2026. That's +7% lower than the citywide median of $2,374 and +4% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in La Grange
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 La Grange
Compare La Grange's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbondale | $875 |
| 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 | 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 | Deerfield | $3,390 |
| 3 | Barrington | $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 | Bartlett | $3,010 |
| 13 | Bolingbrook | $2,985 |
| 14 | Romeoville | $2,970 |
| 15 | Elmhurst | $2,970 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than La Grange.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs La Grange |
|---|---|---|---|
| La Grange Park, IL | 3.3 mi | $2,200 | $-10 (0%) |
| Brookfield, IL | 3.3 mi | $1,970 | $-240 (-11%) |
| Willowbrook, IL | 4.9 mi | $2,710 | +$500 (+23%) |
| Broadview, IL | 5.2 mi | $1,800 | $-410 (-19%) |
| Berwyn, IL | 6.6 mi | $2,060 | $-150 (-7%) |
| Forest Park, IL | 6.8 mi | $2,120 | $-90 (-4%) |
| Westmont, IL | 7 mi | $2,360 | +$150 (+7%) |
| Darien, IL | 8 mi | $2,840 | +$630 (+29%) |
| Chicago Ridge, IL | 8.5 mi | $1,880 | $-330 (-15%) |
| Cicero, IL | 8.6 mi | $1,880 | $-330 (-15%) |
| Worth, IL | 8.7 mi | $1,910 | $-300 (-14%) |
| Oak Park, IL | 8.9 mi | $2,607 | +$397 (+18%) |
3-Bedroom rent in La Grange — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in La Grange?
As of August 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in La Grange, Illinois is $2,210 per month. This is +7% below the citywide median of $2,374.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in La Grange?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $88,400 ($7,367/month gross), which works out to roughly $42.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is La Grange expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
La Grange's 3-bedroom median of $2,210 is +4% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 54th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does La Grange rank for 3-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 3-bedroom data, La Grange ranks #75 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near La Grange?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include La Grange Park ($2,200), Brookfield ($1,970), Broadview ($1,800).