Albion on Lake Cook
500 E Constitution Dr,
Palatine, IL 60074
1-3 Beds | $1,979 - $2,947
Rental Market Trends in Palatine, IL
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Palatine, IL is $1,663/month.
Rent in Palatine is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,663/month.
$1,663/month
Average Rent
767 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.5%
Change / Year
712
Available Apartments
Palatine rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Palatine average $1,245 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Palatine average $1,663 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Palatine average $1,961 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Palatine average $2,425 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Palatine, IL?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.5%, which averages out to $9 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Palatine, IL
July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
52%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
38%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
10%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Palatine, IL?
Because the average rent in Palatine is $1,663, you’ll want to make about $5,543 per month or $66,516 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.
How does Palatine, IL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Palatine, 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Palatine?
The average rent in Palatine is $1,663 per month, which is roughly the same as the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Palatine?
The average rent for a house in Palatine, IL is $3,302 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Palatine?
The average rent for a townhome in Palatine, IL is $2,270 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Palatine?
The average rent for a condo in Palatine, IL is $1,576 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Palatine?
Rents in Palatine, IL are increasing, with prices up 0.5% year-over-year and $9 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Palatine?
In Palatine, IL, 52% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.