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Rental Market Trends in Wilmette, IL

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Wilmette, IL is $1,843/month.

Rent in Wilmette is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,843/month

Average Rent

689 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.5%

Change / Year

129

Available Apartments

Wilmette rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Wilmette average $1,299 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Wilmette average $1,843 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Wilmette average $3,478 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Wilmette average $6,149 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,299/month
480 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,843/month
689 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,478/month
1,030 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$6,149/month
1,760 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,010/month
1,432 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$6,999/month
2,011 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,871/month
765 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Wilmette, IL?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.5%, which averages out to $65 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Wilmette, IL

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Wilmette, IL
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
14% $700 - $1,000/month
14% $1,001 - $1,500/month
21% $1,501 - $2,000/month
50% Above $2,000/month

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

Because the average rent in Wilmette is $1,843, you’ll want to make about $6,143 per month or $73,716 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

Wilmette, IL

129 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Wilmette, 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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  • Kenilworth

    Kenilworth

    Avg Rent: $1,335/month

  • Winnetka

    Winnetka

    Avg Rent: $1,416/month

  • Evanston

    Evanston

    Avg Rent: $1,899/month

  • Northfield

    Northfield

    Avg Rent: $1,450/month

  • Skokie

    Skokie

    Avg Rent: $1,772/month

  • Morton Grove

    Morton Grove

    Avg Rent: $2,375/month

  • Glencoe

    Glencoe

    Avg Rent: $1,438/month

  • Lincolnwood

    Lincolnwood

    Avg Rent: $2,419/month

Apartment Communities in Wilmette We Think You'll Love

The Henry at Harms Woods

The Henry at Harms Woods

5424 Old Orchard Rd,
Skokie, IL 60077

Studio - 4 Beds | $3,040 - $7,515

Optima Old Orchard Woods

Optima Old Orchard Woods

9739 Woods Dr,
Skokie, IL 60077

1-3 Beds | $2,165 - $3,290

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Skokie

Furnished Studio-Chicago - Skokie

5211 Old Orchard Rd,
Skokie, IL 60077

Studio | $1,949

Trevian Townhomes

Trevian Townhomes

3115-3119 Lake Ave,
Wilmette, IL 60091

3 Beds | $3,869 - $3,974

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Wilmette?

The average rent in Wilmette is $1,843 per month, which is 10.7% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Wilmette?

The average rent for a house in Wilmette, IL is $4,010 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Wilmette?

Rents in Wilmette, IL are increasing, with prices up 3.5% year-over-year and $65 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Wilmette?

In Wilmette, IL, 50% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Illinois Wilmette 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 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.

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