3-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Wheeling, IL
Median asking rent for a 3-bedroom apartment in Wheeling, Illinois as of July 2026. That's +16% higher than the citywide median of $2,103 and +15% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130.
Income needed for a 3-bedroom in Wheeling
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 Wheeling
Compare Wheeling'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? 2 of these cities have cheaper 3-bedroom rents than Wheeling.
| City | Distance | 3-Bedroom rent | vs Wheeling |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Grove, IL | 3.9 mi | $3,250 | +$810 (+33%) |
| Deerfield, IL | 4.3 mi | $3,390 | +$950 (+39%) |
| Arlington Heights, IL | 5.1 mi | $2,615 | +$175 (+7%) |
| Northbrook, IL | 5.3 mi | $3,040 | +$600 (+25%) |
| Rolling Meadows, IL | 7.7 mi | $2,500 | +$60 (+2%) |
| Vernon Hills, IL | 7.7 mi | $3,060 | +$620 (+25%) |
| Glenview, IL | 7.9 mi | $2,670 | +$230 (+9%) |
| Des Plaines, IL | 8.2 mi | $2,125 | $-315 (-13%) |
| Lake Forest, IL | 8.3 mi | $3,390 | +$950 (+39%) |
| Palatine, IL | 8.6 mi | $2,410 | $-30 (-1%) |
| Highland Park, IL | 8.9 mi | $3,200 | +$760 (+31%) |
| Elk Grove Village, IL | 9.9 mi | $2,520 | +$80 (+3%) |
3-Bedroom rent in Wheeling — common questions
How much is a 3-bedroom apartment in Wheeling?
As of July 2026, the median 3-bedroom apartment rent in Wheeling, Illinois is $2,440 per month. This is +16% higher than the citywide median of $2,103.
What income do you need to afford a 3-bedroom in Wheeling?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $97,600 ($8,133/month gross), which works out to roughly $46.92/hour at a full-time job.
Is Wheeling expensive for a 3-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Wheeling's 3-bedroom median of $2,440 is +15% above the national 3-bedroom median of $2,130. It ranks in the 63th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Wheeling rank for 3-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 142 cities in Illinois with 3-bedroom data, Wheeling ranks #86 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 3-bedroom options near Wheeling?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 3-bedroom rents include Des Plaines ($2,125), Palatine ($2,410).