3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Lisle, IL
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Lisle, Illinois as of August 2026. That's +34% higher than the citywide median of $1,981 and +25% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Lisle
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 Lisle
Compare Lisle'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 Lisle.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Lisle |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodridge, IL | 4.5 mi | $2,450 | $-210 (-8%) |
| Downers Grove, IL | 4.5 mi | $2,670 | +$10 (0%) |
| Wheaton, IL | 5.2 mi | $2,755 | +$95 (+4%) |
| Glen Ellyn, IL | 5.5 mi | $2,080 | $-580 (-22%) |
| Warrenville, IL | 7 mi | $2,770 | +$110 (+4%) |
| Lombard, IL | 7.3 mi | $2,760 | +$100 (+4%) |
| Bolingbrook, IL | 7.4 mi | $2,985 | +$325 (+12%) |
| Westmont, IL | 7.7 mi | $2,360 | $-300 (-11%) |
| Darien, IL | 7.7 mi | $2,840 | +$180 (+7%) |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 8.9 mi | $2,580 | $-80 (-3%) |
| Carol Stream, IL | 9.3 mi | $2,410 | $-250 (-9%) |
| Addison, IL | 10.8 mi | $2,030 | $-630 (-24%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Lisle — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Lisle?
As of August 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Lisle, Illinois is $2,660 per month. This is +34% higher than the citywide median of $1,981.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Lisle?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $106,400 ($8,867/month gross), which works out to roughly $51.15/hour at a full-time job.
Is Lisle expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Lisle's 3-bedroom median of $2,660 is +25% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 71th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Lisle rank for 3-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 3-bedroom data, Lisle ranks #111 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Lisle?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Woodridge ($2,450), Glen Ellyn ($2,080), Westmont ($2,360).