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Rental Market Trends in Coal City, IL

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Coal City, IL is $1,132/month.

Rent in Coal City is 32% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,132/month

Average Rent

788 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.4%

Change / Year

2

Available Apartments

Coal City rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Coal City average $511 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Coal City average $1,132 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Coal City average $1,095 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Coal City average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$511/month
0 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,132/month
788 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,095/month
720 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Coal City, IL?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.4%, which averages out to $16 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Coal City, IL

August 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Coal City, IL
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
100% $1,001 - $1,500/month
0% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Coal City, IL?

Because the average rent in Coal City is $1,132, you’ll want to make about $3,773 per month or $45,276 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Coal City, IL

2 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Coal City, IL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Coal City, IL to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Wilmington

    Wilmington

    Avg Rent: $824/month

  • Morris

    Morris

    Avg Rent: $1,075/month

  • Channahon

    Channahon

    Avg Rent: $1,341/month

  • Dwight

    Dwight

    Avg Rent: $882/month

Apartment Communities in Coal City We Think You'll Love

690 W Judson St

690 W Judson St

690 W Judson St,
Carbon Hill, IL 60416

1 Bed | $1,150

690 W Judson St

690 W Judson St

690 W Judson St,
Carbon Hill, IL 60416

1 Bed | $1,150

Timber Pointe Apartments

Timber Pointe Apartments

400 Timber Pointe Dr,
Joliet, IL 60431

1-2 Beds | $1,920 - $2,550

The View at Rock Run Collection

The View at Rock Run Collection

1201 Rock Run Crossings Dr,
Joliet, IL 60431

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,855 - $2,575

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Coal City?

The average rent in Coal City is $1,132 per month, which is 32.0% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Coal City?

Rents in Coal City, IL are increasing, with prices up 1.4% year-over-year and $16 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Coal City?

In Coal City, IL, 100% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Illinois Coal City Rental Trends

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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