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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oak Forest?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Oak Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $1,125 | $1,775 |
Cheap Oak Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,669 | $1,325 | $2,800 |
Cheap Oak Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,988 | $2,830 | $3,299 |
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Cheapest Available Oak Forest Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Oak Forest, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at 14600 Pulaski Rd. in the Country Aire neighborhood priced from $1,150. 7448 Sycamore Ct in the Parkside neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Oak Forest apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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14600 Pulaski Rd. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
7448 Sycamore Ct | One Bed s | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
The Residences at 159 Tinley Park Place | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,449 |
Boulevard at Central Station | 2D | 2BR,2BA | $2,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oak Forest, IL
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oak Forest area is the $2.46 price per square foot 2D Model at Boulevard at Central Station in the in the Barrett Brothers neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Oak Forest apartment is the One Bed s Model at 7448 Sycamore Ct starting at $1,395 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Parkside neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oak Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Boulevard at Central Station | 2D | 2BR,2BA | $2.46 |
7448 Sycamore Ct | One Bed s | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
6537 173rd Pl, Unit 1B | 6537 173rd Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
The Residences at 159 Tinley Park Place | 1 Bedroom Small | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
14600 Pulaski Rd. | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
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Getting Around Oak Forest, IL
Walk Score®
53 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
25 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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 Oak Forest Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment is $1,150 at 14600 Pulaski Rd..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oak Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oak Forest is starting from $1,495 at 7448 Sycamore Ct.
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