2-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Willowbrook, IL
Median asking rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Willowbrook, Illinois as of October 2026. That's +1% higher than the citywide median of $2,090 and +27% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657.
Income needed for a 2-bedroom in Willowbrook
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 Willowbrook
Compare Willowbrook's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 2-bedroom in Illinois
| # | City | 2-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Carbondale | $645 |
| 2 | Dixon | $870 |
| 3 | Pekin | $920 |
| 4 | Charleston | $930 |
| 5 | East Peoria | $940 |
| 6 | Quincy | $950 |
| 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 | 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 | 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 | Bolingbrook | $2,325 |
| 13 | Romeoville | $2,310 |
| 14 | Elmhurst | $2,310 |
| 15 | Geneva | $2,300 |
Nearby cities — 2-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 2-bedroom rents than Willowbrook.
| City | Distance | 2-Bedroom rent | vs Willowbrook |
|---|---|---|---|
| Darien, IL | 3.6 mi | $2,210 | +$100 (+5%) |
| Westmont, IL | 4.6 mi | $1,840 | $-270 (-13%) |
| La Grange, IL | 4.9 mi | $1,720 | $-390 (-18%) |
| Woodridge, IL | 7.8 mi | $1,910 | $-200 (-9%) |
| Downers Grove, IL | 8 mi | $2,080 | $-30 (-1%) |
| Brookfield, IL | 8 mi | $1,530 | $-580 (-27%) |
| Broadview, IL | 9.4 mi | $1,400 | $-710 (-34%) |
| Worth, IL | 10.3 mi | $1,490 | $-620 (-29%) |
| Orland Park, IL | 10.5 mi | $1,800 | $-310 (-15%) |
| Elmhurst, IL | 10.6 mi | $2,310 | +$200 (+9%) |
| Chicago Ridge, IL | 10.7 mi | $1,460 | $-650 (-31%) |
| Lombard, IL | 11 mi | $2,150 | +$40 (+2%) |
2-Bedroom rent in Willowbrook — common questions
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Willowbrook?
As of October 2026, the median 2-bedroom apartment rent in Willowbrook, Illinois is $2,110 per month. This is +1% higher than the citywide median of $2,090.
What income do you need to afford a 2-bedroom in Willowbrook?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $84,400 ($7,033/month gross), which works out to roughly $40.58/hour at a full-time job.
Is Willowbrook expensive for a 2-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Willowbrook's 2-bedroom median of $2,110 is +27% above the national 2-bedroom median of $1,657. It ranks in the 74th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Willowbrook rank for 2-bedroom rent in Illinois?
Among the 137 cities in Illinois with 2-bedroom data, Willowbrook ranks #115 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 2-bedroom options near Willowbrook?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 2-bedroom rents include Westmont ($1,840), La Grange ($1,720), Woodridge ($1,910).