Lincoln, IL rental market
Last updated August 11, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Lincoln, IL is $950.
$950
+$125
-$45
5
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $690 to $2,000.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $800 | 2 |
| $900 | 2 |
| $1,900 | 2 |
| $2,000+ | 2 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has decreased by $45 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $1,300 | $995 |
| Feb | $825 | $500 |
| Mar | $1,278 | $900 |
| Apr | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| May | $800 | $814 |
| Jun | $850 | $814 |
| Jul | $995 | $814 |
| Aug | $1,400 | $985 |
| Sep | $995 | No data |
| Oct | $995 | No data |
| Nov | $995 | No data |
| Dec | $995 | No data |
Market temperature
The Lincoln, IL rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Lincoln, IL is 55% lower than the national average.
$950
$2,100
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Lincoln, IL?
The average rent in Lincoln, IL is $950.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Lincoln, IL?
Houses in Lincoln, IL rent between $690 - $2,000 with an average rent of $950.
3. How has the rent in Lincoln, IL changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Lincoln, IL decreased by $45
4. How much has the rent in Lincoln, IL increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Lincoln, IL increased by $125
5. How many available rentals are there in Lincoln, IL?
There are currently 5 rentals available in Lincoln, IL.
6. How do rent prices in Lincoln, IL compare with the national average?
The average rent in Lincoln, IL is $950 — 54.76% lower the national average of $2,100.