
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Lake Forest Neighborhood of Lake Forest, IL from $3,000 (4 Rentals)
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81 Westover Rd

823 Jenkisson Ave

1850 Amberley Ct
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Downtown Lake Forest, Lake Forest, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Lake Forest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Lake Forest 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,400 | $3,900 | $4,800 |
Downtown Lake Forest 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,791 | $3,000 | $7,800 |
Downtown Lake Forest 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,100 | $3,900 | $6,800 |
Downtown Lake Forest 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $12,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 4 rentals with your search options within a 3 mile radius of the Downtown Lake Forest Neighborhood of Lake Forest, IL.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lake Forest, IL
As of April 16, 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 |
Arrive North Shore | Ashland | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Lake Forest
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Lake Forest?
There are currently 36 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Lake Forest, IL with pricing that ranges from $1,275 to $8,200. There are also 13 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Lake Forest ranging from $3,000 to $12,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Lake Forest?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Lake Forest ranges from $3,000 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $6,572.
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