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Joliet, IL

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Find the best of the Chicagoland suburbs in the “City of Excitement”

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Located just 35 miles southwest of Chicago, Joliet combines historical charm with contemporary living. The city's rental market shows steady growth, with average one-bedroom apartments renting for $1,108 and two-bedrooms for $1,423, reflecting modest year-over-year increases of 1.6% and 3.5% respectively. Downtown Joliet features the Rialto Square Theatre, an architectural masterpiece known as the "Jewel of Joliet," while Pilcher Park offers 640 acres of scenic trails and natural areas. The University of St. Francis campus and downtown entertainment venues, including Harrah's Casino, add to the city's diverse appeal.

Joliet's neighborhoods range from historic districts showcasing architectural character to newer residential developments. The west side features recent construction and growth, while the east side preserves its traditional atmosphere. Residents enjoy outdoor activities at Inwood Golf Course and Woodruff Golf Course, along with miles of paths on the Rock Run and Joliet Junction trails. The city offers excellent transportation options, with Metra rail service to Chicago and convenient access to Interstate 55 and Interstate 80. Joliet's position at the intersection of major waterways and railways has earned it recognition as the "Crossroads of Mid-America," highlighting its role as a key transportation hub in the Chicago metropolitan area.

Explore the City

Victorian style homes can be found near the Historic District in Joliet IL.

Joliet residents walk past restaurants and boutiques in the downtown area.

Joliet is home to several golf courses like the Inwood Golf Course.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Joliet, IL is $956 for a studio, $1,145 for one bedroom, $1,466 for two bedrooms, and $1,458 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Joliet has increased by 2.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,145/month
684 Sq Ft
House
$2,517/month
1,599 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,313/month
777 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,939/month
1,092 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Joliet, IL is 8.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Joliet is 22.7% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $956 - $1,466. You can expect to pay 1.1% more for groceries, 8.1% less for utilities, and 3.6% more for transportation.

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Transportation

44

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

19

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

45

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Troy Craughwell School

Public

Grades PK-4

417 Students

Troy Heritage Trail School

Public

Grades PK-4

422 Students

Grand Prairie Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

548 Students

Forest Park Individual Ed School

Public

Grades K-5

298 Students

Union Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

115 Students

Aux Sable Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

855 Students

Union Elementary School

Public

Grades K-8

115 Students

Dirksen Junior High School

Public

Grades 6-8

573 Students

Laraway Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-8

437 Students

Gompers Junior High School

Public

Grades 6-8

649 Students

Joliet West High School

Public

Grades 9-12

3,541 Students

Joliet Central High School

Public

Grades 9-12

3,377 Students

Joseph E Fisher School

Public

50 Students

Lincoln School Alop

Public

Grades 6-12

Lincoln School Taoep

Public

Grades 6-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Rock Run Greenway - I&M Canal Access
  • Hammel Woods
  • Rock Run Greenway - Paul V. Nichols Access
  • Rock Run Greenway - Black Road Access
  • Rock Run Greenway - Theodore Marsh

Airports

  • Chicago Midway International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.