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Rental Market Trends in Plainfield, IL

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Plainfield, IL is $1,895/month.

Rent in Plainfield is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.

$1,895/month

Average Rent

621 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.3%

Change / Year

219

Available Apartments

Plainfield rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Plainfield average $1,789 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Plainfield average $1,895 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Plainfield average $2,249 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Plainfield average $2,756 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,789/month
653 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,895/month
621 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,249/month
1,076 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,756/month
1,192 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,218/month
1,751 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,858/month
2,422 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,737/month
1,471 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,930/month
1,789 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Plainfield, IL?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.3%, which averages out to $25 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Plainfield, IL

August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Plainfield, IL
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
10% $700 - $1,000/month
20% $1,001 - $1,500/month
40% $1,501 - $2,000/month
30% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Plainfield is $1,895, you’ll want to make about $6,316 per month or $75,792 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

Plainfield, IL

219 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Plainfield, 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.

  • Oswego

    Oswego

    Avg Rent: $1,761/month

  • Romeoville

    Romeoville

    Avg Rent: $1,831/month

  • Crest Hill

    Crest Hill

    Avg Rent: $1,448/month

  • Bolingbrook

    Bolingbrook

    Avg Rent: $1,832/month

  • Joliet

    Joliet

    Avg Rent: $1,341/month

  • Naperville

    Naperville

    Avg Rent: $1,838/month

  • Montgomery

    Montgomery

    Avg Rent: $1,447/month

Apartment Communities in Plainfield We Think You'll Love

Seasons at Plainfield

Seasons at Plainfield

13915 S Autumn Way,
Plainfield, IL 60544

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,795 - $4,608

The Belvedere Apartments

The Belvedere Apartments

3223 111th St,
Naperville, IL 60564

1-3 Beds | $2,800 - $3,400

Sixteen30

Sixteen30

14750 S Wallin Dr,
Plainfield, IL 60544

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,873 - $2,823

The Legacy Apartments

The Legacy Apartments

12822 White Willow Dr,
Plainfield, IL 60585

1-3 Beds | $1,800 - $2,700

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Plainfield?

The average rent in Plainfield is $1,895 per month, which is 13.9% higher than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Plainfield?

The average rent for a house in Plainfield, IL is $3,218 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Plainfield?

The average rent for a townhome in Plainfield, IL is $2,737 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Plainfield?

Rents in Plainfield, IL are increasing, with prices up 1.3% year-over-year and $25 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Plainfield?

In Plainfield, IL, 40% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Illinois Plainfield 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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