
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Forest City, IL from $547 (42 Rentals)
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Sunset Hills Apartments

528 Henrietta

Glen Oak Towers

Willow Oaks Apartments

The Avenue Apartments

106 S 4th St

Williamsburg Townhouses
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Morton Estates

Brandywine Crossing Apartments

Marquette Place

Stonecrest

511 W High St
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1806 N Peoria Ave

215 N 3rd St

1315 W John H Gwynn Jr Ave

824 W Mac Queen Ave

1001 Veerman St

8710 W Main St

2112-2117 N Linn St

1507 S Livingston St
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2604 Pine St

1107 Pekin Ave

1540 W Kettelle St

Cityscape

Churchview Garden Homes

Glen Oak Manor

301 N Carole Ave

730 E McClure Ave
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3009 W Antoinette St

1532 W Barker Ave

502 W High St

1317 N Ellis St

5217 West Monroe Road

1824 N Gale Ave

1102 W McClure Ave

4208 S Lafayette Ave
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911 Hamilton St

905 W Nebraska Ave
Forest City, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest City Studio Apartments | $1,178 | $795 | $1,600 |
| Forest City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,340 | $750 | $2,500 |
| Forest City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,364 | $547 | $2,260 |
| Forest City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,319 | $620 | $2,300 |
| Forest City 4 Bedroom Apartments | $840 | $630 | $1,100 |
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Cheapest Available Forest City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest City, IL is a 2 Beds unit found at Cityscape in the Averyville neighborhood priced from $711. 528 Henrietta has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest City apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cityscape | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $711 |
| 528 Henrietta | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| 106 S 4th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Civic Center Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| 301 N Carole Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| ASPEN BLUFF APARTMENTS | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Morton Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Marquette Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest City, IL and Nearby
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest City area is the $0.95 price per square foot 2 BR Model at 511 W High St in the in the Averyville neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Forest City apartment is the Sunset Hills Model at Sunset Hills Apartments starting at $925 with a $0.71 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 511 W High St | 2 BR | 2BR,3BA | $0.95 |
| Sunset Hills Apartments | Sunset Hills | 3BR,2BA | $0.71 |
| Cityscape | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| Brandywine Crossing Apartments | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Woodfield Queenwood Apartments | Two Bedrooms- Woodfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 301 N Carole Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 106 S 4th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 528 Henrietta | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Forest City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Forest City is at Civic Center Plaza Apartments listed at $825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Forest City Apartment is $750 at 528 Henrietta.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Forest City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Forest City is starting from $711 at Cityscape.
What is the most affordable Forest City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Forest City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sunset Hills Apartments and starts from $925.
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