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Bronzeville Rent Trends

Chicago, IL · August 2026 · median asking rents from leased listings

Data through August 2026 · Last updated September 10, 2026 · Next release: early October 2026

Median asking rent
$2,077
Effective rent
$2,077
Vs. Chicago median
-18%
Avg days to lease
18
Active rentals now
45

Median asking rent over time

$1.5k$1.8k$2.0k$2.4kSep ’23Sep ’24Feb ’25Jul ’25Dec ’25May ’26Aug ’26
Asking rentEffective rent (after concessions)Concession spread
Studio
$1,128
— YoY · as of November 2024
1 bedroom
$1,598
— YoY · as of June 2026
2 bedroom
$1,790
— YoY · as of June 2026
3+ bedroom
$2,270
— YoY · as of August 2026

Source: MLS (leased rental listings) + Abode managed communities (Dynamics 365). Figures suppressed below 10 listings/month. Methodology

Data through August 2026 · Last updated September 10, 2026 · Next release: early October 2026

Bronzeville renting, answered

What is the average rent in Bronzeville?
As of August 2026, the median asking rent in Bronzeville is $2,077 per month, based on 13 leased listings. By size, the median is $1,598 for a 1 bedroom and $1,790 for a 2 bedroom.
Is Bronzeville more expensive than Chicago overall?
Bronzeville's median asking rent is 18% below the Chicago citywide median of $2,535.
How quickly do rentals lease in Bronzeville?
Over the last 90 days, rentals in Bronzeville leased in an average of 18 days, with 45 active listings on the market right now.

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