
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Forest Lake, IL (45 Rentals)


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Station 250

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The Clayson

The 250 Residences

Clover Ridge East Apartments

The Pointe Apartments

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Albion on Lake Cook
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The Atworth at Mellody Farm

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Albion on Northwest

The Landing at Town Center

The Majestic Luxury Apartments

Wauconda Park Apartments

The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment Homes

Springs at Mundelein

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Waterford Place Apartments

Morris Station

Lakeside Village Apartments

Arbor Lakes

Park Butterfield Apartments

Mandalane

Cardinal Square - Building D2

The Landings of Lake Zurich

HIGHPOINT Barrington
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Deer Park Crossing Apartments

The Domaine at Hawthorn Row

Heritage Green Apartments

Emerald Pointe Apartments

The Oaks Of Vernon Hills

Pebbleshire Apartments

Eastbanks of Lake Zurich

728 N Diamond Lake Rd

Liberty Lake
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Court of Birch and Spruce Apartments

Villas By The Lake

Cardinal Square - Building C

Windbrooke Crossing

Zurich Meadows

Lincolnshire Apartments

Villas by the Lake Apartments
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Forest Lake, IL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Lake Studio Apartments | $2,010 | $1,451 | $7,264 |
Forest Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,099 | $1,200 | $5,837 |
| Forest Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,673 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Forest Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,040 | $2,064 | $8,922 |
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Largest Available Forest Lake and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Forest Lake, IL is found at Albion on Lake Cook in the Cherrybrook Village neighborhood and is 1,221 square feet priced from $2,082. The Landing at Town Center in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,162 square feet and currently listed start at $2,570. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Forest Lake:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albion on Lake Cook | A3 - 1 Bed + Den, 1 Bath | 1,221 Sq Ft | $2,082 |
| The Landing at Town Center | 1 Bed 1.5 Bath Den Renovated | 1,162 Sq Ft | $2,570 |
| The 250 Residences | A6a | 1,059 Sq Ft | $2,349 |
| Eastbanks of Lake Zurich | 1/1 | 954 Sq Ft | $1,988 |
| The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A2d | 917 Sq Ft | $2,887 |
| Springs at Mundelein | 1 BR Grand Overlook | 910 Sq Ft | $2,404 |
| The Landings of Lake Zurich | 1 Bdrm/1 Bath | 908 Sq Ft | $1,882 |
| Cardinal Square - Building D2 | CSD2 - x14 Tier | 890 Sq Ft | $2,090 |
| Cardinal Square - Building C | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 831 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
| Albion on Northwest | Elm (A1h) 1 Bedroom Apartment | 830 Sq Ft | $1,633 |
Cheapest Available Forest Lake and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 07, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Forest Lake, IL is the 1 Bed / 1 Bath Model starting from $1,200 at Wauconda Park Apartments in the Liberty Lakes - Freedom Series neighborhood. The second most affordable Forest Lake 1 Bedroom is the 1 BR/1BA Model at Heritage Green Apartments starting at $1,445 in the Central Vernon Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Forest Lake is currently $2,099. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Forest Lake:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Wauconda Park Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | $1,200 |
| Heritage Green Apartments | 1 BR/1BA | $1,445 |
| Lakeside Village Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 710 SQ FT MID LEVEL | $1,485 |
| The Clayson | 1 Bedroom | $1,498 |
| Albion on Northwest | Oak (A) 1 Bedroom Apartment | $1,533 |
| Arrowhead Apartments | A1 | $1,595 |
| Mandalane | 1A | $1,639 |
| Arbor Lakes | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | $1,650 |
| The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 775 sqft | $1,665 |
| Pebbleshire Apartments | One Bedroom- Laminate | $1,675 |
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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 Wauconda Park Apartments listed at $1,200.
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 $2,099.
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 1,221 square feet unit starting from $2,082 at Albion on Lake Cook.
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 1,150 sq ft.
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