
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Oak Park Neighborhood of Oak Park, IL from $700 (38 Rentals)
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Maple 112-116 1/2

511-521 S. Cuyler Ave.

Pleasant Oak

1000 - 1010 North Blvd

101-111 S. Harvey Ave. and 237-249 South Blvd

1116 Washington - Oak Park

The Bryant at Oak Park

305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph
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218-228 Pleasant St. and 134-140 S. Harvey Ave

527-533 Des Plaines Ave. and 7624-7626 Wilcox
Downtown Oak Park, Oak Park, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Oak Park?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Oak Park Studio Apartments | $1,919 | $999 | $5,372 |
Downtown Oak Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,269 | $1,239 | $5,819 |
Downtown Oak Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,249 | $1,425 | $8,297 |
Downtown Oak Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,691 | $2,495 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Oak Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Oak Park area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Pleasant Oak priced from $1,145. 1116 Washington - Oak Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here are the most affordable Downtown Oak Park apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Pleasant Oak | Studio - B | Studio,1BA | $1,145 |
1116 Washington - Oak Park | 1116-408 | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
The Bryant at Oak Park | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,275 |
305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph | 307 S. Oak Park Ave. W | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
218-228 Pleasant St. and 134-140 S. Harvey Ave | 218 Pleasant G | 2BR,1BA | $1,299 |
405-407 Washington Blvd. | 405-407 Washington | 1BR,1BA | $1,329 |
301-313 N. Oak Park Ave. | 307 N. Oak Park A & D | Studio,1BA | $1,349 |
204 Marengo Ave. | 204 Marengo Ave A, C, D & F | 1BR,1BA | $1,389 |
532 Des Plaines Ave. | 532 Des Plaines G | 1BR,1BA | $1,389 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oak Park, IL
As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Oak Park area is the $1.83 price per square foot 177 N. Grove E Model at 173-181 N. Grove Ave. in the in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood starting from $3,099. The second greatest value Downtown Oak Park apartment is the 515 South Blvd Model at 515 South Blvd, Unit 1w starting at $1,850 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Oak Park apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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173-181 N. Grove Ave. | 177 N. Grove E | 3BR,3BA | $1.83 |
515 South Blvd, Unit 1w | 515 South Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.23 |
417 Washington Blvd, Unit 2 | 417 Washington Blvd | 3BR,2BA | $1.78 |
421 S. Elmwood Ave. | 421 Elmwood - 3x2 | 3BR,2BA | $1.95 |
254 S. Maple Ave. | 1126 | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
131 N Cuyler Ave, Unit B2 | 131 N Cuyler Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
419 Hannah, Unit 3 | 419 Hannah | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
218-228 Pleasant St. and 134-140 S. Harvey Ave | 218 Pleasant G | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
204 Marengo Ave. | 204 Marengo Ave A, C, D & F | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
The Bryant at Oak Park | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.96 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Oak Park, Oak Park, IL
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Oak Park, Oak Park, IL
Oliver W Holmes Elementary School
Gwendolyn Brooks Middle School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Oak Park Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Oak Park?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Oak Park is at Pleasant Oak listed at $1,145.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Oak Park Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Oak Park Apartment is $1,329 at 405-407 Washington Blvd..
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Oak Park Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Oak Park is starting from $1,299 at 218-228 Pleasant St. and 134-140 S. Harvey Ave.
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