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Bloomingdale is a suburban village in DuPage County, Illinois, located approximately 25 miles west of Chicago. With a population of roughly 22,000, Bloomingdale has a mix of apartment communities, townhomes, and single-family rentals that attract commuters and families. Renters here are frequently interested in understanding security deposit rules, what happens when a landlord fails to make repairs, and what protections exist against unlawful eviction.
Unlike Chicago — which has its own Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO) — Bloomingdale has no local rental ordinance. All tenant protections in Bloomingdale come from Illinois state law, primarily the Security Deposit Return Act (765 ILCS 710), the Security Deposit Interest Act (765 ILCS 710/0.01 et seq.), the Landlord Retaliation Act (765 ILCS 720), and the Rent Control Preemption Act (765 ILCS 720/5). Understanding these statutes is essential for every Bloomingdale renter.
This article provides an overview of tenant rights in Bloomingdale based on Illinois law as of April 2026. It is intended as general information only and is not legal advice. Laws may change, and individual circumstances vary. Renters with specific concerns should contact a qualified attorney or a local legal aid organization.
Bloomingdale has no rent control, and Illinois state law explicitly prohibits it. The Illinois Rent Control Preemption Act (765 ILCS 720/5) bars any unit of local government — including villages, cities, and counties — from enacting, maintaining, or enforcing any ordinance that would control or stabilize rents. This preemption applies statewide, meaning Bloomingdale village government could not adopt a rent control measure even if it wanted to.
In practical terms, this means your landlord in Bloomingdale can raise your rent by any amount at the end of a lease term, provided they give you proper notice before the increase takes effect. For month-to-month tenants, that notice must be at least 30 days in advance. There is no cap on how much rents can increase, no requirement that a landlord justify the increase, and no local board or agency that reviews rental rates. Once you receive a rent increase notice, your options are to accept the new rate, negotiate with your landlord, or give notice that you will vacate.
Illinois state law provides several meaningful protections for renters in Bloomingdale. Key protections include the following:
Security Deposit Rules (765 ILCS 710 & 765 ILCS 710/0.01): Illinois law requires landlords who hold a security deposit to return it — along with an itemized statement of any deductions — within 30 days after the tenant vacates and returns possession. If a landlord fails to comply, the tenant may be entitled to recover the withheld portion plus damages. The Security Deposit Interest Act also requires landlords who hold deposits for more than six months on properties with 25 or more units to pay interest on the deposit.
Habitability (Illinois Common Law & 765 ILCS 735/1): Illinois courts recognize an implied warranty of habitability, requiring landlords to maintain rental units in a livable condition — including functioning heat, plumbing, structural safety, and freedom from pest infestation. If a landlord materially fails to maintain habitable conditions, tenants may have remedies including repair-and-deduct or, in some circumstances, rent withholding after providing notice.
Notice to Terminate (Illinois Common Law): For month-to-month tenancies, either the landlord or tenant must give at least 30 days written notice before the end of a rental period to terminate the lease. Fixed-term leases expire at the end of the stated term unless renewed.
Anti-Retaliation (765 ILCS 720/1): A landlord cannot retaliate against a tenant for reporting housing code violations to a government authority, organizing a tenants union, or exercising any other legal right. Retaliatory acts include raising rent, decreasing services, or threatening or filing eviction within a period that suggests retaliation. A tenant who suffers retaliation may raise it as a defense in an eviction proceeding or bring an affirmative claim.
Lockout & Utility Shutoff Prohibition (735 ILCS 5/9-207 & Illinois common law): Illinois law prohibits self-help eviction. A landlord cannot remove a tenant by changing locks, removing doors, cutting off utilities, or taking other extrajudicial action to force a tenant out. The only lawful method to remove a tenant is through the court eviction process.
In Bloomingdale, security deposit rules are governed by Illinois state law. There is no statutory cap on the amount a landlord may charge as a security deposit for residential rentals outside of Chicago, so landlords may set the deposit amount in the lease.
Return Deadline: Under the Illinois Security Deposit Return Act (765 ILCS 710/1), a landlord must return the security deposit — or the balance after lawful deductions — to the tenant within 30 days after the tenant vacates and surrenders possession of the unit. If the landlord intends to make deductions for damages beyond normal wear and tear, the landlord must provide an itemized written statement of the deductions within that 30-day period, accompanied by paid receipts or invoices, or written estimates if repair work has not yet been completed.
Penalty for Wrongful Withholding: If a landlord fails to return the deposit or provide a proper itemized statement within 30 days, the tenant is entitled to recover the full amount of the security deposit, even if the landlord otherwise had a valid basis for some deductions. Courts may also award attorney fees in appropriate cases. Tenants should document the condition of the unit at move-out — including dated photographs — and retain a copy of any move-out checklist or written communications with the landlord.
Interest on Deposits (765 ILCS 710/0.01 — Interest Act): The Security Deposit Interest Act requires landlords of buildings with 25 or more units to pay interest on security deposits held for more than six months. The interest rate is set annually by the Illinois Office of Banks and Real Estate. Most smaller landlords in Bloomingdale are exempt from the interest requirement, but tenants in larger complexes should inquire whether interest is owed.
In Bloomingdale, a landlord must follow Illinois law to evict a tenant. Self-help eviction — such as changing locks, removing belongings, or shutting off utilities — is illegal regardless of whether the tenant has paid rent or violated the lease.
Step 1 — Written Notice: Before filing in court, the landlord must serve the tenant with written notice. The type and duration of notice depends on the reason for eviction:
Step 2 — Court Filing: If the tenant does not comply with the notice, the landlord may file an eviction complaint (formerly called a forcible entry and detainer action) in the DuPage County Circuit Court. The tenant will be served with a court summons and scheduled for a hearing, typically within a few weeks.
Step 3 — Hearing: At the hearing, both the landlord and tenant may present evidence. Tenants have the right to raise defenses, including that the landlord failed to maintain habitable conditions, that the notice was defective, or that the eviction is retaliatory (765 ILCS 720/1). If the court rules in the landlord's favor, it will enter a judgment for possession.
Step 4 — Order of Possession & Enforcement: After a judgment for possession, the court may issue an order of possession. A DuPage County Sheriff's officer — not the landlord — enforces the order by physically removing the tenant if they have not vacated by the specified date. A landlord who attempts to remove a tenant without a court order may face civil liability.
Just Cause: Bloomingdale has no just-cause eviction ordinance. A landlord may decline to renew a fixed-term lease for any reason at the end of the term, or terminate a month-to-month tenancy with 30 days notice, without being required to state a reason — unless the motivation is retaliatory or discriminatory, which remains prohibited under 765 ILCS 720/1 and the Illinois Human Rights Act (775 ILCS 5).
This article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. The information on this page reflects Illinois law as of April 2026, but laws and local ordinances may change. Every tenant's situation is unique, and the application of law to specific facts can vary significantly. If you have a specific legal problem or question about your rights as a renter in Bloomingdale, Illinois, you should consult a licensed Illinois attorney or contact a qualified legal aid organization such as Prairie State Legal Services or Illinois Legal Aid Online. RentCheckMe does not provide legal representation and is not responsible for actions taken in reliance on this content.
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