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Pilsen 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
$2,066
Effective rent
$2,066
Vs. Chicago median
-19%
Avg days to lease
19
Active rentals now
23

Median asking rent over time

$1.7k$1.9k$2.0k$2.2kApr ’24Sep ’24Feb ’25Jul ’25Dec ’25May ’26Aug ’26
Asking rentEffective rent (after concessions)Concession spread
Studio
$1,926
— YoY · as of August 2026
1 bedroom
$2,281
— YoY · as of July 2026
2 bedroom
$1,800
-13.0% YoY · as of July 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

Pilsen renting, answered

What is the average rent in Pilsen?
As of August 2026, the median asking rent in Pilsen is $2,066 per month, based on 23 leased listings. By size, the median is $2,281 for a 1 bedroom and $1,800 for a 2 bedroom.
Is Pilsen more expensive than Chicago overall?
Pilsen's median asking rent is 19% below the Chicago citywide median of $2,535.
How quickly do rentals lease in Pilsen?
Over the last 90 days, rentals in Pilsen leased in an average of 19 days, with 23 active listings on the market right now.

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