1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Forest Lake, IL (41 Rentals)

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Liberty Lake
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Liberty Lake

201 S Buesching RdLake Zurich, IL 60047
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Villas By The Lake
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Villas By The Lake

300 Lakeside DrVernon Hills, IL 60061
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HIGHPOINT Barrington
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HIGHPOINT Barrington

101 W Liberty StBarrington, IL 60010
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Windbrooke Crossing
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Windbrooke Crossing

1160 Windbrooke DrBuffalo Grove, IL 60089
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Zurich Meadows
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Zurich Meadows

250 Mohawk TrlLake Zurich, IL 60047
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Forest Lake, IL Local Guide

Largest Available Forest Lake and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Forest Lake, IL is found at The 250 Residences in the McHenry Road neighborhood and is 1,059 square feet priced from $2,415. The Majestic Luxury Apartments in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,001 square feet and currently listed start at $2,585. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Forest Lake:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The 250 ResidencesA61,059 Sq Ft$2,415
The Majestic Luxury ApartmentsA11,001 Sq Ft$2,585
Deer Park Crossing ApartmentsDoncaster927 Sq Ft$2,397
Cardinal Square - Building D2CSD2 - x18 Tier915 Sq Ft$2,090
Clover Ridge East ApartmentsBerkshire914 Sq Ft$1,847
Springs at Mundelein1 BR Grand Overlook910 Sq Ft$2,550
The Landings of Lake Zurich1 Bdrm/1 Bath908 Sq Ft$1,972
The Oaks Of Vernon HillsCypress889 Sq Ft$2,019
444 SocialOne-Bed/Den841 Sq Ft$2,300
Arbor Lakes1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2834 Sq Ft$1,605

Cheapest Available Forest Lake and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Forest Lake, IL is the 1 BR/1BA Model starting from $1,275 at Heritage Green Apartments in the Central Vernon Hills neighborhood. The second most affordable Forest Lake 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 Model at Park Butterfield Apartments starting at $1,299 in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Forest Lake is currently $2,067. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Forest Lake:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Heritage Green Apartments1 BR/1BA$1,275
Park Butterfield Apartments1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1$1,299
The Clayson1 Bedroom$1,430
Mandalane1A$1,446
Albion on NorthwestOak (A)$1,500
Lakeside Village Apartments1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 760 SQ FT - RENOVATED$1,535
The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment HomesOne Bedroom - 740 sqft$1,590
ArrowheadStream$1,599
Pebbleshire ApartmentsOne Bedroom- Laminate$1,600
Arbor Lakes1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2$1,605

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Forest Lake Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Forest Lake with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Forest Lake is at Heritage Green Apartments listed at $1,275.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Forest Lake Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Forest Lake is $2,067.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Forest Lake Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Forest Lake is a 1,059 square feet unit starting from $2,415 at The 250 Residences.

What is the average size for Forest Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Forest Lake is currently 806 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.