2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Westmont, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Westmont, Illinois as of August 2026. That's +7% lower than the citywide median of $1,988 and +11% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Westmont
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 Westmont
Compare Westmont's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbondale | $670 |
| 2 | Dixon | $870 |
| 3 | Pekin | $920 |
| 4 | Charleston | $930 |
| 5 | Quincy | $950 |
| 6 | Macomb | $960 |
| 7 | Peoria Heights | $980 |
| 8 | Rantoul | $980 |
| 9 | Rock Island | $990 |
| 10 | Decatur | $995 |
| 11 | Danville | $1,010 |
| 12 | Moline | $1,010 |
| 13 | Normal | $1,010 |
| 14 | Savoy | $1,010 |
| 15 | Pontoon Beach | $1,014 |
Most expensive cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Morton Grove | $2,640 |
| 2 | Deerfield | $2,640 |
| 3 | Barrington | $2,640 |
| 4 | Wilmette | $2,530 |
| 5 | Buffalo Grove | $2,530 |
| 6 | Highland Park | $2,490 |
| 7 | Plainfield | $2,455 |
| 8 | Naperville | $2,388 |
| 9 | Vernon Hills | $2,380 |
| 10 | Streamwood | $2,380 |
| 11 | Northbrook | $2,370 |
| 12 | Bartlett | $2,340 |
| 13 | Bolingbrook | $2,325 |
| 14 | Romeoville | $2,310 |
| 15 | Elmhurst | $2,310 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Westmont.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Westmont |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darien, IL | 3.4 mi | $2,210 | +$370 (+20%) |
| Downers Grove, IL | 3.6 mi | $2,080 | +$240 (+13%) |
| Willowbrook, IL | 4.6 mi | $2,110 | +$270 (+15%) |
| Woodridge, IL | 6.1 mi | $1,910 | +$70 (+4%) |
| Lombard, IL | 6.4 mi | $2,150 | +$310 (+17%) |
| La Grange, IL | 7 mi | $1,720 | $-120 (-7%) |
| La Grange Park, IL | 7.3 mi | $1,710 | $-130 (-7%) |
| Elmhurst, IL | 7.4 mi | $2,310 | +$470 (+26%) |
| Lisle, IL | 7.7 mi | $2,070 | +$230 (+13%) |
| Glen Ellyn, IL | 7.8 mi | $1,620 | $-220 (-12%) |
| Brookfield, IL | 8.9 mi | $1,530 | $-310 (-17%) |
| Broadview, IL | 9.2 mi | $1,400 | $-440 (-24%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Westmont — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Westmont?
As of August 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Westmont, Illinois is $1,840 per month. This is +7% below the citywide median of $1,988.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Westmont?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $73,600 ($6,133/month gross), which works out to roughly $35.38/hour at a full-time job.
Is Westmont expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Westmont's 2-bedroom median of $1,840 is +11% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,655. It ranks in the 60th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Westmont rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Westmont ranks #83 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Westmont?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include La Grange ($1,720), La Grange Park ($1,710), Glen Ellyn ($1,620).