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Woodlawn Rent Trends

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

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

Median asking rent
$2,300
Effective rent
$2,300
Vs. Chicago median
-9%
Avg days to lease
25
Active rentals now
60

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

Median asking rent over time

$1.7k$1.9k$2.1k$2.3kAug ’24Dec ’24Apr ’25Aug ’25Jan ’26Jul ’26
Asking rentEffective rent (after concessions)Concession spread
2 bedroom
$1,495
— YoY · as of September 2025

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

Woodlawn renting, answered

What is the average rent in Woodlawn?
As of July 2026, the median asking rent in Woodlawn is $2,300 per month, based on 13 leased listings. By size, the median is $1,495 for a 2 bedroom.
Are rents in Woodlawn going up or down?
Median asking rent in Woodlawn is up 15.3% compared with a year ago. Note this figure is computed on a small monthly sample and can swing month to month.
Is Woodlawn more expensive than Chicago overall?
Woodlawn's median asking rent is 9% below the Chicago citywide median of $2,539.
How quickly do rentals lease in Woodlawn?
Over the last 90 days, rentals in Woodlawn leased in an average of 25 days, with 60 active listings on the market right now.

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