Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Glen Neighborhood of Chicago, IL from $700 (16 Rentals)

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5935 N Northwest Hwy
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5935 N Northwest Hwy

5935 N Northwest HwyChicago, IL 60631
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6173-6179 N Northwest Hwy
Studio Apartments

6173-6179 N Northwest Hwy

6173-6179 N Northwest HwyChicago, IL 60631
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6752 N Sauganash Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

6752 N Sauganash Ave

6752-6770 N Sauganash AveChicago, IL 60646
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Jefferson 5045 N Nw Hwy
2 Bedroom Apartments

Jefferson 5045 N Nw Hwy

5045-5049 N Northwest HwyChicago, IL 60630
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6654 W Devon Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

6654 W Devon Ave

6654 W Devon AveChicago, IL 60631
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6911 N Rosemary Ln
2 Bedroom Apartments

6911 N Rosemary Ln

6911 N Rosemary LnNiles, IL 60714
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Celebrate Senior Living
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Celebrate Senior Living

7000 N Newark AveNiles, IL 60714
Senior Living
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Forest Glen, Chicago, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Forest Glen Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Glen area of Chicago, IL is a Studio unit found at Mont Clare priced from $1,310. Garden House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,630. Here are the most affordable Forest Glen apartments for rent in Chicago, IL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mont ClareS3Studio,1BA$1,310
Garden House1 Bed F, G, H, and I1BR,1BA$1,630
Lotus Garden1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650
District 18601 Bed A1BR,1BA$1,982
The Residences at Sawmill StationA21BR,1BA$2,344

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Glen, IL

As of May 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Glen area is the $1.70 price per square foot 5505 N Major Ave Model at 5505 N Major Ave, Unit BSMT in the in the Jefferson Park neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Forest Glen apartment is the 1/1 Model at 3330 Dempster St starting at $2,400 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Gross Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Glen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5505 N Major Ave, Unit BSMT5505 N Major Ave1BR,1BA$1.70
3330 Dempster St1/11BR,1BA$2.40
4919 N Mason Ave, Unit 24919 N Mason Ave2BR,1BA$1.78
Highpoint at 8000 NorthA61BR,1BA$3.21
Lotus Garden1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.26
The Residences at Sawmill StationA21BR,1BA$3.27
District 18601 Bed A1BR,1BA$3.34
Mont ClareS3Studio ,1BA$3.73

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Forest Glen, Chicago, IL

Ranked #114

Among neighborhoods in Chicago, IL for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Glen Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Glen Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest Glen Apartment is $1,630 at Garden House.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest Glen Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest Glen is starting from $1,850 at Garden House.

What is the most affordable Forest Glen Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Forest Glen Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at District 1860 and starts from $4,009.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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