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


Clover Ridge East Apartments

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Station 250

The 250 Residences

The Clayson

The Wheatlands 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 Majestic Luxury Apartments
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Wauconda Park Apartments

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Arrowhead Apartments

Williams Reserve

Springs at Mundelein

The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment Homes

Park Butterfield Apartments

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Waterford Place Apartments

Arbor Lakes

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The Pointe Apartments

Mandalane

The Landings of Lake Zurich

Cardinal Square - Building D2

HIGHPOINT Barrington

Deer Park Crossing Apartments

The Domaine at Hawthorn Row

Heritage Green Apartments

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Everleigh Vernon Hills 55+ Active Adult Apartments

Emerald Pointe Apartments
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Pebbleshire Apartments

The Oaks Of Vernon Hills

Court of Birch and Spruce Apartments

Lincolnshire Apartments

728 N Diamond Lake Rd

21599 W Field Ct

Liberty Lake

Woodlands Apartment Homes

Brockway Court Apartments

Villas By The Lake

Cardinal Square - Building C

The Landing at Town Center

Windbrooke Crossing

Zurich Meadows

Villas by the Lake Apartments
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 | $2,104 | $1,250 | $7,370 |
Forest Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $1,200 | $5,679 |
| Forest Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,765 | $1,500 | $10,000+ |
| Forest Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,966 | $2,142 | $10,000+ |
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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 The Landing at Town Center in the South Vernon Hills neighborhood and is 1,116 square feet priced from $2,370. 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 $2,615. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Forest Lake:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Landing at Town Center | 1 Bed 1 Bath Den Renovated* | 1,116 Sq Ft | $2,370 |
| The 250 Residences | A6a | 1,059 Sq Ft | $2,615 |
| The Majestic Luxury Apartments | A1 | 1,001 Sq Ft | $2,570 |
| Deer Park Crossing Apartments | Doncaster | 927 Sq Ft | $2,485 |
| Station 250 | The Dunbar | 921 Sq Ft | $2,401 |
| The Domaine at Hawthorn Row | A2d | 917 Sq Ft | $2,831 |
| Springs at Mundelein | 1 BR Grand Overlook | 910 Sq Ft | $2,711 |
| The Landings of Lake Zurich | 1 Bdrm/1 Bath | 908 Sq Ft | $1,892 |
| Cardinal Square - Building C | 1 Bedroom / Den, 1 Bath | 893 Sq Ft | $1,850 |
| Cardinal Square - Building D2 | CSD2 - x16 Tier | 871 Sq Ft | $2,100 |
Cheapest Available Forest Lake and Nearby 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of March 14, 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 Oak (A) 1 Bedroom Apartment Model at Albion on Northwest starting at $1,416 in the Cherrybrook Village neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Forest Lake is currently $2,140. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Forest Lake:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Heritage Green Apartments | 1 BR/1BA | $1,275 |
| Albion on Northwest | Oak (A) 1 Bedroom Apartment | $1,416 |
| Court of Birch and Spruce Apartments | 1 Bedroom | $1,425 |
| The Clayson | 1 Bedroom | $1,473 |
| Lakeside Village Apartments | 1 BED / 1.0 BATH, 760 SQ FT - RENOVATED | $1,535 |
| Pebbleshire Apartments | One Bedroom- Laminate | $1,600 |
| The Gates of Deer Grove Apartment Homes | One Bedroom - 740 sqft | $1,620 |
| Arrowhead Apartments | A2 | $1,630 |
| Mandalane | 1A | $1,639 |
| Arbor Lakes | 1 Bedroom Floor Plan A1 | $1,641 |
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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 $2,140.
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 1,116 square feet unit starting from $2,370 at The Landing at Town Center.
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.
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