3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Schaumburg, IL
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Schaumburg, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +34% higher than the citywide median of $2,099 and +32% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Schaumburg
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 Schaumburg
Compare Schaumburg's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 3-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 3-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rantoul | $988 |
| 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 | Rock Island | $1,290 |
| 10 | Decatur | $1,310 |
| 11 | Savoy | $1,310 |
| 12 | Carbondale | $1,320 |
| 13 | Moline | $1,320 |
| 14 | Peoria | $1,340 |
| 15 | Urbana | $1,355 |
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 | Barrington | $3,390 |
| 5 | Wilmette | $3,250 |
| 6 | Buffalo Grove | $3,250 |
| 7 | Highland Park | $3,200 |
| 8 | Plainfield | $3,165 |
| 9 | Naperville | $3,068 |
| 10 | Vernon Hills | $3,060 |
| 11 | Streamwood | $3,060 |
| 12 | Northbrook | $3,040 |
| 13 | Bartlett | $3,010 |
| 14 | Bolingbrook | $2,985 |
| 15 | Romeoville | $2,970 |
Nearby cities — 3-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Schaumburg.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Schaumburg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roselle, IL | 4.6 mi | $2,630 | $-190 (-7%) |
| Rolling Meadows, IL | 4.7 mi | $2,500 | $-320 (-11%) |
| Palatine, IL | 5.6 mi | $2,410 | $-410 (-15%) |
| Elk Grove Village, IL | 6.2 mi | $2,520 | $-300 (-11%) |
| Bloomingdale, IL | 6.6 mi | $2,580 | $-240 (-9%) |
| Streamwood, IL | 7 mi | $3,060 | +$240 (+9%) |
| Arlington Heights, IL | 7.3 mi | $2,615 | $-205 (-7%) |
| Glendale Heights, IL | 8.7 mi | $2,580 | $-240 (-9%) |
| Addison, IL | 9 mi | $2,030 | $-790 (-28%) |
| Barrington, IL | 9.1 mi | $3,390 | +$570 (+20%) |
| Carol Stream, IL | 9.6 mi | $2,410 | $-410 (-15%) |
| Bartlett, IL | 9.7 mi | $3,010 | +$190 (+7%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Schaumburg — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Schaumburg?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Schaumburg, Illinois is $2,820 per month. This is +34% higher than the citywide median of $2,099.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Schaumburg?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $112,800 ($9,400/month gross), which works out to roughly $54.23/hour at a full-time job.
Is Schaumburg expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Schaumburg's 3-bedroom median of $2,820 is +32% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 76th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Schaumburg rank for 3-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 3-bedroom data, Schaumburg ranks #123 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Schaumburg?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Roselle ($2,630), Rolling Meadows ($2,500), Palatine ($2,410).