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Rental Market Trends in Waterman, IL

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Waterman, IL is $813/month.

Rent in Waterman is 51% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$813/month

Average Rent

750 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.8%

Change / Year

1

Available Apartments

Waterman rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Waterman average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Waterman average $813 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Waterman average $922 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Waterman average $1,159 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$813/month
750 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$922/month
950 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,159/month
1,200 Sq Ft
View Waterman Apartments

How much has average rent changed in Waterman, IL?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.8%, which averages out to $15 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Waterman, IL

August 2026
$700 - $1,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Waterman, IL
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
100% $700 - $1,000/month
0% $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 Waterman, IL?

Because the average rent in Waterman is $813, you’ll want to make about $2,710 per month or $32,520 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

Waterman, IL

1 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Waterman, 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.

Apartment Averages

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    Avg Rent: $555/month

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    Avg Rent: $743/month

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    Avg Rent: $870/month

Apartment Communities in Waterman We Think You'll Love

142 E Lincoln Hwy

142 E Lincoln Hwy

142 E Lincoln Hwy,
Waterman, IL 60556

4 Beds | $1,625

Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments

Cornerstone Dekalb Apartments

124 E Lincoln Hwy,
Dekalb, IL 60115

1 Bed | $1,450

Lincolnshire West

Lincolnshire West

1307 W Lincoln Hwy,
DeKalb, IL 60115

1 Bed | $1,175

City Hall Suites

City Hall Suites

200 S 4th St,
Dekalb, IL 60115

1-2 Beds | $1,400 - $1,700

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Waterman?

The average rent in Waterman is $813 per month, which is 51.1% lower than the national average of $1,664.

Are rents going up or down in Waterman?

Rents in Waterman, IL are increasing, with prices up 1.8% year-over-year and $15 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Waterman?

In Waterman, IL, 100% of apartments fall between $700 - $1,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Illinois Waterman 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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