
Cheap Homes for Rent in Forest City, IL from $600 (8 Rentals)
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224 Grandview Ave

2209 Stoneybrook Rd

2213 Stoneybrook Rd
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Forest City, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Forest City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Forest City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $986 | $737 | $1,349 |
Forest City 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,175 | $695 | $1,560 |
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Cheapest Available Forest City Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Forest City, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Linn St Commons in the Averyville neighborhood priced from $600. 8710 W Main St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Forest City apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Linn St Commons | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
8710 W Main St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest City, IL and Nearby
As of June 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest City area is the $1.35 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at The Atworth in the starting from $1,490. The second greatest value Forest City apartment is the Two Bedrooms- Woodfield Model at Woodfield Queenwood Apartments starting at $995 with a $1.05 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. |
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The Atworth | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
Woodfield Queenwood Apartments | Two Bedrooms- Woodfield | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Willow Oaks Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Crestwood Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Linn St Commons | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.87 |
106 S 4th St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Brandywine Crossing Apartments | 1 Bedroom G | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
The Avenue Apartments | 1B/ 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
Civic Center Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.34 |
Williamsburg Townhouses | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest City
What type of rentals are currently available in Forest City?
There are currently 46 Apartments for Rent in Forest City, IL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $2,400. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest City ranging from $629 to $1,560.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest City ranges from $629 to $1,560 with an average monthly rent of $869.
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