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Saint Charles, IL 60174
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Rental Market Trends in Saint Charles, IL
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Saint Charles, IL is $1,882/month.
Rent in Saint Charles is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.
$1,882/month
Average Rent
798 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.7%
Change / Year
162
Available Apartments
Saint Charles rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Saint Charles average $1,780 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Saint Charles average $1,882 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Saint Charles average $2,299 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Saint Charles average $2,922 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
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How much has average rent changed in Saint Charles, IL?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.7%, which averages out to $13 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Saint Charles, IL
September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
38%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
62%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Saint Charles?
Based on current rent prices, Fox River Valley is the most affordable neighborhood in Saint Charles.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Saint Charles?
Based on current rent prices, Fox River Valley is the most expensive neighborhood in Saint Charles.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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Which Saint Charles neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Saint Charles with the most apartments available is Fox River Valley .
Neighborhood
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Saint Charles, IL?
Because the average rent in Saint Charles is $1,882, you’ll want to make about $6,273 per month or $75,276 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.
How does Saint Charles, IL compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Saint Charles, 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.
View the Saint Charles Area GuideStudio
$1,698/month
$1,698/month
One Bedroom
$1,734/month
$1,734/month
Two Bedroom
$2,088/month
$2,088/month
Three Bedroom
$2,810/month
$2,810/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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St Charles
Avg Rent: $1,383/month
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Geneva
Avg Rent: $1,896/month
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South Elgin
Avg Rent: $1,798/month
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West Chicago
Avg Rent: $1,373/month
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Batavia
Avg Rent: $1,234/month
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Bartlett
Avg Rent: $1,311/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Saint Charles?
The average rent in Saint Charles is $1,882 per month, which is 13.1% higher than the national average of $1,664.
Are rents going up or down in Saint Charles?
Rents in Saint Charles, IL are decreasing, with prices down 0.7% year-over-year and $13 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Saint Charles?
In Saint Charles, IL, 62% of apartments fall above $2,000/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 September 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.