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Kenwood Rent Trends

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

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

Median asking rent
$2,625
Effective rent
$2,625
Vs. Chicago median
+4%
Avg days to lease
17
Active rentals now
15

Median asking rent over time

$2.0k$2.2k$2.4k$2.6kNov ’25May ’26
Asking rentEffective rent (after concessions)Concession spread

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

Kenwood renting, answered

What is the average rent in Kenwood?
As of May 2026, the median asking rent in Kenwood is $2,625 per month, based on 14 leased listings.
Is Kenwood more expensive than Chicago overall?
Kenwood's median asking rent is 4% above the Chicago citywide median of $2,526.
How quickly do rentals lease in Kenwood?
Over the last 90 days, rentals in Kenwood leased in an average of 17 days, with 15 active listings on the market right now.

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