Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Oak Park Neighborhood of Oak Park, IL from $1,200 (9 Rentals)

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Downtown Oak Park, Oak Park, IL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pleasant OakStudio - BStudio,1BA$1,145
1116 Washington - Oak Park1116-408Studio,1BA$1,250
The Bryant at Oak ParkStudioStudio,1BA$1,275

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oak Park, IL

As of April 13, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
173-181 N. Grove Ave.177 N. Grove E3BR,3BA$1.83
515 South Blvd, Unit 1w515 South Blvd2BR,1BA$1.23
417 Washington Blvd, Unit 2417 Washington Blvd3BR,2BA$1.78
421 S. Elmwood Ave.421 Elmwood - 3x23BR,2BA$1.95
254 S. Maple Ave.11262BR,1BA$2.02
131 N Cuyler Ave, Unit B2131 N Cuyler Ave2BR,1BA$1.80
419 Hannah, Unit 3419 Hannah2BR,1BA$1.58
218-228 Pleasant St. and 134-140 S. Harvey Ave218 Pleasant G2BR,1BA$1.51
204 Marengo Ave.204 Marengo Ave A, C, D & F1BR,1BA$1.98
The Bryant at Oak ParkStudioStudio ,1BA$1.96

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Oak Park

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Oak Park?

There are currently 309 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Oak Park, IL with pricing that ranges from $999 to $10,530. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Oak Park ranging from $1,200 to $6,550.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Oak Park?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Oak Park ranges from $1,200 to $6,550 with an average monthly rent of $2,961.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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