2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Rolling Meadows, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Rolling Meadows, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +2% lower than the citywide median of $1,984 and +18% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Rolling Meadows
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 2-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Rolling Meadows
Compare Rolling Meadows's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rantoul | $762 |
| 2 | Dixon | $870 |
| 3 | Pekin | $920 |
| 4 | Charleston | $930 |
| 5 | Quincy | $950 |
| 6 | Macomb | $960 |
| 7 | Rock Island | $990 |
| 8 | Decatur | $995 |
| 9 | Carbondale | $1,010 |
| 10 | Danville | $1,010 |
| 11 | Moline | $1,010 |
| 12 | Normal | $1,010 |
| 13 | Savoy | $1,010 |
| 14 | Pontoon Beach | $1,014 |
| 15 | Marion | $1,020 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $2,640 |
| 2 | Lake Forest | $2,640 |
| 3 | Deerfield | $2,640 |
| 4 | Barrington | $2,640 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $2,530 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $2,530 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $2,490 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $2,455 |
| 9 | Naperville | $2,388 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $2,380 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $2,380 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $2,370 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $2,340 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $2,325 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $2,310 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 4 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Rolling Meadows.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Rolling Meadows |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Heights, IL | 2.7 mi | $2,035 | +$85 (+4%) |
| Palatine, IL | 3.9 mi | $1,875 | $-75 (-4%) |
| Elk Grove Village, IL | 4.4 mi | $1,960 | +$10 (+1%) |
| Schaumburg, IL | 4.7 mi | $2,197 | +$247 (+13%) |
| Buffalo Grove, IL | 7.6 mi | $2,530 | +$580 (+30%) |
| Wheeling, IL | 7.7 mi | $1,900 | $-50 (-3%) |
| Roselle, IL | 8 mi | $2,050 | +$100 (+5%) |
| Des Plaines, IL | 9.2 mi | $1,655 | $-295 (-15%) |
| Addison, IL | 9.6 mi | $1,580 | $-370 (-19%) |
| Bloomingdale, IL | 9.8 mi | $2,010 | +$60 (+3%) |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 11.3 mi | $2,010 | +$60 (+3%) |
| Barrington, IL | 11.5 mi | $2,640 | +$690 (+35%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Rolling Meadows — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Rolling Meadows?
As of July 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Rolling Meadows, Illinois is $1,950 per month. This is +2% below the citywide median of $1,984.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Rolling Meadows?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $78,000 ($6,500/month gross), which works out to roughly $37.50/hour at a full-time job.
Is Rolling Meadows expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Rolling Meadows's 2-bedroom median of $1,950 is +18% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 66th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Rolling Meadows rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Rolling Meadows ranks #95 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Rolling Meadows?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Palatine ($1,875), Wheeling ($1,900), Des Plaines ($1,655).