
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Lake Forest Neighborhood of Lake Forest, IL from $1,200 (18 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Lake Forest area of Lake Forest.


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Downtown Lake Forest, Lake Forest, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Lake Forest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Lake Forest Studio Apartments | $2,060 | $2,060 | $2,060 |
Downtown Lake Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,262 | $1,275 | $4,722 |
Downtown Lake Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,307 | $1,450 | $6,499 |
Downtown Lake Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,183 | $2,570 | $8,200 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown Lake Forest Neighborhood of Lake Forest, IL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Lake Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Lake Forest area of Chicago, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Deer Valley Apartments priced from $1,692. The Residences at Amberley Woods has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $4,126. Here are the most affordable Downtown Lake Forest apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Deer Valley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,692 |
The Residences at Amberley Woods | H | 2BR,2BA | $4,126 |
Bloom Street Townhomes - 425 Bloom St | Corner Unit | 3BR,2BA | $5,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lake Forest, IL
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Lake Forest area is the $2.69 price per square foot Q Model at The Residences at Amberley Woods in the in the Downtown Lake Forest neighborhood starting from $7,000. The second greatest value Downtown Lake Forest apartment is the Corner Unit Model at Bloom Street Townhomes - 425 Bloom St starting at $5,250 with a $2.63 price per square foot in the Downtown Lake Forest neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Lake Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Residences at Amberley Woods | Q | 3BR,3BA | $2.69 |
Bloom Street Townhomes - 425 Bloom St | Corner Unit | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.63 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Lake Forest, Lake Forest, IL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Lake Forest Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Lake Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Lake Forest is starting from $1,999 at Deer Valley Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Lake Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Lake Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Bloom Street Townhomes - 425 Bloom St and starts from $5,250.
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