How much does it cost to rent in Warrenville, IL?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Warrenville, IL is $2,423. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Warrenville cheaper than other Illinois cities?

Warrenville is one of the pricier cities in Illinois, ranking #25 out of 142 cities tracked at $2,423/mo.

When was Warrenville rent data last updated?

Warrenville rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

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Warrenville

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Pop. 14,718·25th most expensive in Illinois·Warrenville rents are up 15.6% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$2,423/mo

Year-over-Year

+15.6%

Month-over-Month

-0.2%

vs US Median

+$458

Stable (Monthly)

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Warrenville · $2,423

More expensive than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

33/100

Overpriced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 8% above what Warrenville's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$2,423/mo

Expected by trend

$2,235/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Warrenville's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$1,790

1 BR

$1,910

2 BR

$2,160

3 BR

$2,770

4 BR+

$3,260

Research median

$2,160/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$29,076/yr

At $2,423/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 15.6% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+15.6% YoY, -0.2% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Warrenville, IL is majority owner-occupied, has a median income above the national average, 44.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

14,718

Median income

$100,321

Median age

36.5

Renters

25.4%

Age distribution

22.8%

25%

24.1%

13.3%

14.8%

Under 1822.8%

18–3425%

35–5424.1%

55–6413.3%

65+14.8%

Gender

50.3%

49.7%

Male50.3%

Female49.7%

Race & ethnicity

64.2%

25.6%

White64.2%

Black5.2%

Hispanic25.6%

Asian6.7%

Education (25+)

14.1%

18%

23%

44.9%

No HS diploma14.1%

HS diploma18%

Some college23%

Bachelor's+44.9%

Housing tenure

74.6%

25.4%

Owner74.6%

Renter25.4%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How Warrenville, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent

$2,025 → $2,423

up 19.7%

Income

$89,010 → $100,321

up 12.7%

Population

13,738 → 14,718

up 7.1%

Renter share

21.6% → 25.4%

+3.8 pts

Bachelor's+

40.4% → 44.9%

+4.5 pts

Median age

37.8 → 36.5

-1.3 yrs

Five years ago, renters in Warrenville, IL paid around $2,025 a month. That figure now sits near $2,423, up 19.7% from the 2023 baseline. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $89,010 in 2021 to $100,321 more recently. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. Census counts show Warrenville, IL adding about 980 residents over the five-year window, up 7.1% on net. The renter share has risen from 21.6% to 25.4%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 40.4% to 44.9% across the same window. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Warrenville, IL market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Warrenville on your salary?

At $2,423/mo, how Warrenville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $96,370/yr · Rent = 30.2% income

stretched

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $68,422/yr · Rent = 42.5% income

rent-burdened

Police Officer

Avg $78,815/yr · Rent = 36.9% income

stretched

Software Developer

Avg $140,872/yr · Rent = 20.6% income

affordable

Lawyer

Avg $179,999/yr · Rent = 16.2% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $64,066/yr · Rent = 45.4% income

rent-burdened

Truck Driver

Avg $57,844/yr · Rent = 50.3% income

severely rent-burdened

Electrician

Avg $71,298/yr · Rent = 40.8% income

rent-burdened

By apartment size

Warrenville rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Warrenville. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Warrenville, IL

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Warrenville is $2,423/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,790/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,160/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,910/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,770/mo.

At 29% of local median household income ($100,321/yr), Warrenville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 15.6% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Warrenville an affordable city for renters?

Warrenville is considered affordable for renters. At $2,423/mo, rent takes approximately 29% of the local median household income ($100,321/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Warrenville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Warrenville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $97,000/year (~$47/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,423/mo in Warrenville. The local median household income is $100,321/yr, meaning the typical Warrenville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Warrenville?

Rent in Warrenville has increased 15.6% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Warrenville rent compare to other cities in Illinois?

Warrenville is one of the pricier cities in Illinois for rent, ranking #25 out of 142 tracked cities at $2,423/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Warrenville?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Warrenville ($2,423/mo): Carol Stream ($1,822/mo), Lisle ($1,939/mo), Wheaton ($2,169/mo).

What percentage of Warrenville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 25.4% of Warrenville households are renters, while 74.6% are owner-occupied. Warrenville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Warrenville rent compare to the national average?

Warrenville's median rent of $2,423/mo is $458 (23%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Illinois, it ranks #25 out of 142 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

29%

AFFORDABLE

At $2,423/mo, rent takes ~29% of Warrenville's median household income ($100,321/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Warrenville 29%Benchmark 30%

State income tax4.95%

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