What is the average rent in Wilmette?

As of September 2025, the median asking rent in Wilmette is $2,975 per month, based on 10 leased listings.

Is Wilmette more expensive than Chicago overall?

Wilmette's median asking rent is 42% above the Chicago citywide median of $2,100.

Over the last 90 days, rentals in Wilmette leased in an average of 21 days, with 17 active listings on the market right now.

Chicago, IL · September 2025 · median asking rents from leased listings

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

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

What is the average rent in Wilmette?: As of September 2025, the median asking rent in Wilmette is $2,975 per month, based on 10 leased listings.
Is Wilmette more expensive than Chicago overall?: Wilmette's median asking rent is 42% above the Chicago citywide median of $2,100.
How quickly do rentals lease in Wilmette?: Over the last 90 days, rentals in Wilmette leased in an average of 21 days, with 17 active listings on the market right now.

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