What's the average rent in Pekin, IL?

Rental Market Trends in Pekin, IL

SOURCE: TRULIA DATA

Rental market highlights

As of November 2026, the average rent in Pekin, IL is $1,000 per month, which is 48% lower than the national average rent of $1,932 per month.

AVERAGE RENT

$1,000
9.9%
$90 increase month-over-month
17.6%
$150 increase year-over-year

AVAILABLE RENTALS

33

APARTMENTS

$1,149

HOUSES

$1,200

TOWNHOUSES

$1,250
As of November 2026, apartments are the most affordable rental option in Pekin, IL at $1,149 per month, while townhomes are the most expensive at $1,250 per month. Houses average $1,200 per month, offering a mid-range alternative for renters.

Average rent by number of bedrooms

Floor plan typeAverage rent
1 Bedroom$699
2 Bedrooms$1,050
3 Bedrooms$1,300
4 Bedrooms—
All$1,000
As of November 2026, the average rent for a 1 bedroom rental in Pekin, IL is $699 per month, followed by $1,050 for a 2 bedroom rental, and $1,300 for a 3 bedroom rental.

Average rent trends and rent ranges

Average rent price over time

In the past year, rent has increased by +24% compared to the previous year, which is a +$200 increase.
This year (2026)
Last year (2025)

Rent distribution

64% of rentals have rent of $800-$1,499/month

Rental price range

The price range for rentals is $650 to $2,500.
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