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West Ridge Rent Trends

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

Data through June 2026 · Last updated July 8, 2026 · Next release: early August 2026

Median asking rent
$2,100
Effective rent
$2,100
Vs. Chicago median
-16%
Avg days to lease
19
Active rentals now
67

† Computed on a small sample (fewer than 20 leases) — interpret with caution.

Median asking rent over time

$1.6k$1.8k$1.9k$2.1kJun ’24Oct ’24Feb ’25Jun ’25Oct ’25Feb ’26Jun ’26
Asking rentEffective rent (after concessions)Concession spread
1 bedroom
$1,395
YoY · as of March 2025
2 bedroom
$1,750
+6.1% YoY · as of April 2026

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

Data through June 2026 · Last updated July 8, 2026 · Next release: early August 2026

West Ridge renting, answered

What is the average rent in West Ridge?
As of June 2026, the median asking rent in West Ridge is $2,100 per month, based on 10 leased listings. By size, the median is $1,395 for a 1 bedroom and $1,750 for a 2 bedroom.
Are rents in West Ridge going up or down?
Median asking rent in West Ridge is up 16.7% compared with a year ago. Note this figure is computed on a small monthly sample and can swing month to month.
Is West Ridge more expensive than Chicago overall?
West Ridge's median asking rent is 16% below the Chicago citywide median of $2,500.
How quickly do rentals lease in West Ridge?
Over the last 90 days, rentals in West Ridge leased in an average of 19 days, with 67 active listings on the market right now.

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