4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Lansing, IL
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Lansing, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +35% higher than the citywide median of $1,715 and +8% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Lansing
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 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Lansing
Compare Lansing's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rantoul | $1,011 |
| 2 | Pekin | $1,250 |
| 3 | Quincy | $1,290 |
| 4 | Dixon | $1,300 |
| 5 | Charleston | $1,320 |
| 6 | Savoy | $1,340 |
| 7 | Danville | $1,360 |
| 8 | Urbana | $1,380 |
| 9 | Normal | $1,390 |
| 10 | Peoria | $1,407 |
| 11 | Carbondale | $1,410 |
| 12 | Washington | $1,430 |
| 13 | Bloomington | $1,450 |
| 14 | Macomb | $1,450 |
| 15 | Kankakee | $1,510 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $3,980 |
| 2 | Lake Forest | $3,980 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $3,980 |
| 4 | Barrington | $3,980 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $3,820 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $3,820 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $3,760 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $3,685 |
| 9 | Naperville | $3,600 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $3,590 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $3,590 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $3,580 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $3,530 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $3,505 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $3,490 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Lansing.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Lansing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calumet City, IL | 3.3 mi | $2,160 | $-150 (-6%) |
| Munster, IN | 3.5 mi | $1,920 | $-390 (-17%) |
| Dolton, IL | 5.5 mi | $2,910 | +$600 (+26%) |
| Highland, IN | 6.5 mi | $1,840 | $-470 (-20%) |
| Homewood, IL | 7.9 mi | $2,560 | +$250 (+11%) |
| Riverdale, IL | 8.1 mi | $2,170 | $-140 (-6%) |
| East Chicago, IN | 8.7 mi | $1,230 | $-1,080 (-47%) |
| Blue Island, IL | 11 mi | $2,020 | $-290 (-13%) |
| Park Forest, IL | 11 mi | $2,780 | +$470 (+20%) |
| Gary, IN | 13.4 mi | $1,550 | $-760 (-33%) |
| Midlothian, IL | 13.7 mi | $2,220 | $-90 (-4%) |
| Alsip, IL | 14.8 mi | $2,100 | $-210 (-9%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Lansing — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Lansing?
As of July 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Lansing, Illinois is $2,310 per month. This is +35% higher than the citywide median of $1,715.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Lansing?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $92,400 ($7,700/month gross), which works out to roughly $44.42/hour at a full-time job.
Is Lansing expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Lansing's 4+ bedroom median of $2,310 is +8% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,520. It ranks in the 41th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Lansing rank for 4+ bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 139 cities in Illinois with 4+ bedroom data, Lansing ranks #52 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Lansing?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Calumet City ($2,160), Munster ($1,920), Highland ($1,840).