
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent near Forest Lake, IL (44 Rentals)


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Albion on Lake Cook

Clover Ridge East Apartments

Arrowhead Apartments

Springs at Mundelein

444 Social

The Domaine at Hawthorn Row

The 250 Residences
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The Clayson

The Pointe Apartments

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Albion on Northwest

The Landing at Town Center

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The Majestic Luxury Apartments

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The Atworth at Mellody Farm
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Wauconda Park Apartments

Williams Reserve

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Station 250

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Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments

Morris Station

Lakeside Village Apartments

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Waterford Place Apartments

Park Butterfield Apartments
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Deer Park Crossing Apartments

Pebbleshire Apartments

Mandalane

Cardinal Square - Building D2

The Landings of Lake Zurich

HIGHPOINT Barrington

Heritage Green Apartments

The Oaks Of Vernon Hills
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Emerald Pointe Apartments

Woodlands Apartment Homes

Eastbanks of Lake Zurich

Liberty Lake

Brockway Court Apartments

Court of Birch and Spruce Apartments

Villas By The Lake

Cardinal Square - Building C
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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 | $2,059 | $1,295 | $5,848 |
Forest Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,094 | $1,300 | $6,164 |
| Forest Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,797 | $1,500 | $9,396 |
| Forest Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,856 | $2,455 | $8,051 |
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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 $2,111. The 250 Residences in the McHenry Road neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,059 square feet and currently listed start at $2,547. 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 | A4 - 1 Bed + Den, 1.5 Bath | 1,221 Sq Ft | $2,111 |
| The 250 Residences | A6 | 1,059 Sq Ft | $2,547 |
| The Majestic Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1,001 Sq Ft | $2,570 |
| The Landing at Town Center | 1 Bed 1 Bath D Renovated* | 977 Sq Ft | $2,295 |
| Eastbanks of Lake Zurich | 1/1 | 954 Sq Ft | $1,988 |
| The Oaks Of Vernon Hills | Fresno | 893 Sq Ft | $2,375 |
| Cardinal Square - Building D2 | CSD2 - x15 Tier | 875 Sq Ft | $2,155 |
| Arbor Lakes | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A2 | 834 Sq Ft | $1,750 |
| Cardinal Square - Building C | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 831 Sq Ft | $1,880 |
| Albion on Northwest | Elm (A1s) 1 Bedroom Apartment | 830 Sq Ft | $1,718 |
Cheapest Available Forest Lake and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of September 20, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Forest Lake, IL is the 1 Bed / 1 Bath Model starting from $1,300 at Wauconda Park Apartments in the Liberty Lakes - Freedom Series neighborhood. The second most affordable Forest Lake 1 Bedroom is the 1BR/1.0BA Model at Woodlands Apartment Homes starting at $1,395 in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Forest Lake is currently $2,094. 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 | $1,300 |
| Woodlands Apartment Homes | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,395 |
| Heritage Green Apartments | 1 BR/1BA | $1,445 |
| Park Butterfield Apartments | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | $1,447 |
| Emerald Pointe Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath (714 sq ft) | $1,551 |
| The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 740 sqft | $1,585 |
| Mandalane | 1A | $1,626 |
| Albion on Northwest | Oak (As) 1 Bedroom Apartment | $1,631 |
| Arrowhead Apartments | A1 | $1,655 |
| Pebbleshire Apartments | One Bedroom B - Carpet | $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 $1,300.
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 $2,094.
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 $2,111 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 785 sq ft.
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