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1000 - 1010 North Blvd
1000-1010 North BlvdOak Park, IL 60301
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141 Rockford Ave, Unit 2
141 Rockford AveForest Park, IL 60130
2542 N Newcastle Ave
ChicagoIL60707
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Maple 112-116 1/2
112-122 S Maple AveOak Park, IL 60302
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511-521 S. Cuyler Ave.
511-521 S Cuyler AveOak Park, IL 60304
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2820 N Newcastle Ave, Unit 2
2820 N Newcastle AveChicago, IL 60634
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7520 W Grand Ave
7520 W Grand AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
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Oak Park Residence Corporation
41 South BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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7310 W North Ave, Unit 1b
7310 W North AveElmwood Park, IL 60707
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Grand Park Apartments
1005-1037 Des Plaines AveForest Park, IL 60130
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305-315 S. Oak Park Ave. and 803-805 Randolph
305-315 S Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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415-425 S. Taylor Ave.
415-425 S Taylor AveOak Park, IL 60302
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1116 Washington - Oak Park
1116 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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301-313 N. Oak Park Ave.
301-313 N Oak Park AveOak Park, IL 60302
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The Bryant at Oak Park
1033-1045 Pleasant StOak Park, IL 60302
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Circle Court
214 Circle AveForest Park, IL 60130
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720 Washington
720 Washington BlvdOak Park, IL 60302
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River Forest, IL Local Guide
Oak Park Ave. near Lake St by David Wilson is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in River Forest?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap River Forest Studio Apartments | $2,191 | $895 | $7,500 |
| Cheap River Forest 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,369 | $995 | $9,250 |
| Cheap River Forest 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,340 | $1,500 | $8,592 |
| Cheap River Forest 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,612 | $1,950 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap River Forest 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,900 | $4,800 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Available River Forest Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in River Forest, IL is a Studio unit found at 1000 - 1010 North Blvd in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood priced from $895. 411-419 Thatcher Ave. in the North Maywood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here is today’s list of the most affordable River Forest apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1000 - 1010 North Blvd | 1002 1/2 - 33 | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 411-419 Thatcher Ave. | 411 Thatcher GH | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| 302-312 Washington Blvd. and 337-345 S. Cuyler Ave | 345 S. Cuyler N, 304 & 310 Washington N | Studio,1BA | $1,165 |
| 7520 W Grand Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| 8519 West Grand Avenue | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Oak Park Residence Corporation | 1 bedrooms at various prices and locations | 1BR,1BA | $1,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in River Forest, IL
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the River Forest area is the $1.24 price per square foot 3 bedroom 2 bath Model at 901 Ontario Apartments in the in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value River Forest apartment is the 238 Washington G Model at 238-250 Washington Blvd. and 347-357 S. Harvey Ave. starting at $1,599 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Downtown Oak Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for River Forest apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 901 Ontario Apartments | 3 bedroom 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| 238-250 Washington Blvd. and 347-357 S. Harvey Ave. | 238 Washington G | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.06 |
| 2036 N 72nd Ct, Unit 2 | 2036 N 72nd Ct | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.69 |
| The Brixen | Montclare | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 2129 N 73rd Ave, Unit 1 | 2129 N 73rd Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 432-438 N. Austin Blvd. | 432 N. Austin A & 438 N. Austin H | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 141 Rockford Ave, Unit 2 | 141 Rockford Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Oak Park Residence Corporation | 1 bedrooms at various prices and locations | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Grand Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 902-910 N. Austin Blvd. and 4-10 Iowa St. | 908 N. Austin C & H | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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Walk Score®
84 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
59 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
2 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap River Forest Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in River Forest?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in River Forest is at 1000 - 1010 North Blvd listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom River Forest Apartment is $1,175 at 8519 West Grand Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom River Forest Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in River Forest is starting from $1,429 at 432-438 N. Austin Blvd..
What is the most affordable River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap River Forest Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 901 Ontario Apartments and starts from $1,950.
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