Cheap Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, IL from $600 (136 Rentals)

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520 Elgin Ave
Studio Apartments

520 Elgin Ave

520 Elgin AveForest Park, IL 60130
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300 Des Plaines Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

300 Des Plaines Ave

300 Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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1143 S Lathrop Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1143 S Lathrop Ave

1143 S Lathrop AveForest Park, IL 60130
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7441-7445 Roosevelt Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

7441-7445 Roosevelt Rd

7441-7445 Roosevelt RdForest Park, IL 60130
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7513 Roosevelt Rd
1 Bedroom Apartments

7513 Roosevelt Rd

7513 Roosevelt RdForest Park, IL 60130
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320 Elgin Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

320 Elgin Ave

320 Elgin AveForest Park, IL 60130

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229  Marengo Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

229 Marengo Ave

229 Marengo AveForest Park, IL 60130
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1229 S Harlem Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1229 S Harlem Ave

1229 S Harlem AveForest Park, IL 60130
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102 Rockford Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

102 Rockford Ave

102 Rockford AveForest Park, IL 60130
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7406 Randolph St.
2 Bedroom Apartments

7406 Randolph St.

7406 Randolph StForest Park, IL 60130
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1501 Harlem Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1501 Harlem Ave

1501 Harlem AveForest Park, IL 60130
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1013 S Harlem Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1013 S Harlem Ave

1013 S Harlem AveForest Park, IL 60130
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Forest Properties, LLC
1 Bedroom Apartments

Forest Properties, LLC

1004 S Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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1140-1144 S Dunlop
2 Bedroom Apartments

1140-1144 S Dunlop

7625 Roosevelt RdForest Park, IL 60130
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333 Circle Ave
3 Bedroom Apartments

333 Circle Ave

333 Circle AveForest Park, IL 60130
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532 Des Plaines Ave.
1 Bedroom Apartments

532 Des Plaines Ave.

532 Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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204 Marengo Ave.
1 Bedroom Apartments

204 Marengo Ave.

204 Marengo AveForest Park, IL 60130
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37 Rockford Ave.
1 Bedroom Apartments

37 Rockford Ave.

37 Rockford AveForest Park, IL 60130
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The Maywood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Maywood Apartments

1015-1017 S 4th AveMaywood, IL 60153
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1850 S 61st Ct
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1850 S 61st Ct

1850 S 61st CtCicero, IL 60804
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Forest Park, IL Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Forest Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest Park, IL is a Studio unit found at Pleasant Oak in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood priced from $1,145. 3125-3129 S Harlem Ave in the Ogden Avenue District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest Park apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pleasant OakStudio - BStudio,1BA$1,145
3125-3129 S Harlem Ave2D1BR,1BA$1,150
1116 Washington - Oak Park1116-301Studio,1BA$1,175
618-632 S. Austin Blvd.620 S. Austin C, 622 S. Austin F, 628 S. Austin...1BR,1BA$1,199
The Bryant at Oak ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,275
305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph313 S. Oak Park WStudio,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, IL

As of April 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Park area is the $0.12 price per square foot 908 Lyman Ave Model at 908 Lyman Ave in the in the Oak Park Historic District neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Forest Park apartment is the 1811 Gunderson Ave Model at 1811 Gunderson Ave, Unit 1 starting at $1,700 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Rehm Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
908 Lyman Ave908 Lyman Ave1BR,1BA$0.12
1811 Gunderson Ave, Unit 11811 Gunderson Ave2BR,1BA$0.89
238-250 Washington Blvd. and 347-357 S. Harvey Ave.238 Washington G2BR,1.5BA$1.06
515 South Blvd, Unit 1w515 South Blvd2BR,1BA$1.23
60 Washington Blvd, Unit 260 Washington Blvd2BR,2BA$1.23
432-438 N. Austin Blvd.432 N. Austin A & 438 N. Austin H2BR,1BA$1.56
419 Hannah, Unit 3419 Hannah2BR,1BA$1.58
218-228 Pleasant St. and 134-140 S. Harvey Ave218 Pleasant G2BR,1BA$1.51
141 Rockford Ave, Unit 2141 Rockford Ave1BR,1BA$1.17
910 Lyman Ave, Unit 3rd floor910 Lyman Ave1BR,1BA$1.50

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Forest Park Overview

A quaint village in Illinois, Forest Park lies just to the west of Chicago, allowing residents to enjoy short commutes to their personal and professional engagements. Excellent job opportunities abound across the cityscape as do chances for fun and excitement at all the major attractions, including the Lincoln Park Zoo and Millennium Park. When it comes time for rest and relaxation, it’s easy to wind down at home since all the neighborhoods boast a quiet aesthetic. As a small suburb, the community has a tight-knit feel, helping you feel right at home from the very first day in your new apartments in Forest Park.

Why live in Forest Park, IL?

By moving to Forest Park apartments, you get to live in a place with endless charm, close-knit community connections, and a quiet, laidback atmosphere. The world just seems to move a little bit slower in town, allowing you to savor the special moments at your own pace. Plus, whenever you want to kick it up a notch, you just have to head east to Chicago for all the glitz and glam of the big city. With so many places to shop right in town, you don’t have to do that though, unless you’re in the mood for the trip.

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Getting Around Forest Park, IL

Walk Score®

85 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

55 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

4 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Park Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest Park?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest Park is at Pleasant Oak listed at $1,145.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Park Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Park Apartment is $1,150 at 3125-3129 S Harlem Ave.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Park Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Park is starting from $1,299 at 218-228 Pleasant St. and 134-140 S. Harvey Ave.

What is the most affordable Forest Park Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Forest Park Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 415-425 S. Taylor Ave. and starts from $2,549.

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