Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ford Heights, IL from $700 (17 Rentals)
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Ford Heights, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ford Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ford Heights Studio Apartments | $875 | $750 | $975 |
Ford Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $825 | $2,618 |
Ford Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,642 | $1,025 | $3,874 |
Ford Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,739 | $1,319 | $2,540 |
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Cheapest Available Ford Heights Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ford Heights, IL is a Studio unit found at Crest Apartments in the Downtown Park Forest neighborhood priced from $750. Ginger Ridge Apartments in the North River neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $860. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ford Heights apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $750 |
Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Redbud | 1BR,1BA | $860 |
Chelsea Garden | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $900 |
St James Senior Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $974 |
Carriage Creek Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ford Heights, IL and Nearby
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ford Heights area is the $1.35 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Oakwood Townhomes in the in the Indian Hill neighborhood starting from $1,820. The second greatest value Ford Heights apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bath Townhouse W/D Model at Central Park Apartments & Townhomes starting at $1,600 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Indian Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ford Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Oakwood Townhomes | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
Central Park Apartments & Townhomes | 2 Bed 1 Bath Townhouse W/D | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Park Towers Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom 2 Bath- 1040 sqft | 2BR,2BA | $1.63 |
Carriage Creek Apartments | 1 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
Sherwood Lake Apartments | 970 | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Farmer | 2x1A | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
St James Senior Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
1010 W Pine St | 1B 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Ginger Ridge Apartments | The Birch | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Crest Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.67 |
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Getting Around Ford Heights, IL
Walk Score®
14 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
29 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
2 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ford Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ford Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ford Heights Apartment is $825 at Crest Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ford Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ford Heights is starting from $1,025 at Carriage Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ford Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ford Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ginger Ridge Apartments and starts from $1,319.
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